The Mansfield Shakespeare Company is thrilled to announce an exclusive acting workshop focusing on Shakespearean acting techniques, led by the esteemed local actor and director, Scott Smith.
 

This immersive workshop offers participants a unique opportunity to delve into the world of Shakespearean theater. The event will take place on Saturday, April 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. on the campus of Ohio State University at Mansfield, Founders Auditorium in Ovalwood Hall.

In this intensive four-hour workshop, participants will explore the importance of Shakespearean works as a touchstone for actors.

Through a comprehensive curriculum, students will learn the fundamentals of preparing Shakespearean verse for performance, including scansion, explication, and scoring. 

These essential techniques will unlock the possibilities of character development, allowing participants to breathe life into Shakespeare’s timeless words.

Moreover, students will discover how modern acting tactics can be seamlessly applied to Shakespeare’s works, bridging the gap between classical theater and contemporary
performance styles.