Don't miss your chance to observe high-level acting technique in process and learn by osmosis! Internationally award-winning Shakespeare Actor & Director, Sally McLean, is back teaching her unique set of techniques and exercises working with actors to conquer Shakespeare's language and truly make it their own with her Playing The Bard: Shakespeare In Performance course, live in an online small group class for a limited time and Audience (otherwise known as "Auditor") bookings are open now until February 25, 2025.
Come join Sally through the month of February from the comfort of your couch and be an active observer of this live, unique Shakespeare class in a fun, supportive and transformational online space, watching the transformations take place as participating students work with this multi award-winning and critically acclaimed director of Shakespeare.
“… polished, beautifully made series from director/producer Sally McLean … a fine use of the platform and, more importantly, a very fine adaptation of the Bard … Shakespeare Republic is put together with grace and wit. An assortment of actors do terrific work making the (non-dumbed down) dialogue accessible, prying it open with great care and skill.” - THE GUARDIAN
Book your Audience/Auditor Pass here: https://events.humanitix.com/playing-the-bard-shakespeare-in-performance-course-auditor-tickets-with-sally-mclean
Using techniques developed over ten years of developing and directing Shakespeare for the screen and stage, including internationally acclaimed digital series' Shakespeare Republic, Walking Shadows and Dark Arcadia as well as her years of teaching Shakespeare at institutions such as the Howard Fine Acting Studio Australia and the Equity Foundation, plus her extensive experience playing Shakespeare on stage and screen in both Australia and the UK, Sally brings all her knowledge and expertise to this 4 week class, enabling actors to delve deep into Shakespeare’s text, get grounded and embody character, while making Shakespeare’s language their own. It is guaranteed to be enlightening, inspiring and most of all - fun!
OUTCOME: The chance to achieve a deeper understanding of Shakespeare interpretation and performance at a professional level through observation, adding portable tools to your acting toolbox that will be useful in performing Shakespeare, but can be applied to all performance texts, learning through watching others undergo the process of discovery and application.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Am I too young/old to be an Auditor/Audience member in this class?
This class is for students aged 17-70 years old - and beyond! You are never too old to learn and all ages 17 and up are welcome.
Do I need to know anything about Shakespeare to audit this class?
No! Sally will work with each participating student from where they are in regards to experience with Shakespeare - whether they are a total novice, experienced performer or somewhere in-between. As an auditor/audience, you get to watch and learn by observation as each student receives tailored guidance, working with their experience level. This way all auditors will learn from observing the active students, as well as from Sally.
What exactly will I be doing in this class as an Auditor/Audience member?
Learning how to effectively and authentically interpret Shakespeare text through observing actors at work with Sally McLean.
Can I ask questions during the class?
At the end of each class there will be a short amount of time allocated for any questions from the participating students and auditors. That is when you as an auditor/audience member can ask your questions directly of Sally.
CLASS DETAILS:
FORMAT: Virtual online live class. Live online classes are held via Zoom. Access link will be delivered via email one day prior to the first class.
TEACHER: Sally McLean
AGE GROUP: 17 – 70 years old and beyond!
DATE/S:
Wednesday February 5 2025
Wednesday February 12 2025
Wednesday February 19 2025 &
Wednesday February 26 2025
HOURS:
7.00pm-10.00pm each day AEDT (Melbourne Australia time)
Full Information about the Playing The Bard programs including full information about the course student testimonials press pull quotes & interviews with Sally and more: https://www.playingthebard.com
Event Venue
Online
