Decoding Shakespeare *In-Person* *NEW*

This class is for the intermediate actor looking to develop their classical text skills. Reading, understanding, and performing Shakespeare's text are not gifts you need to be born with; they are skills you can learn and hone just like any other ability. In this course, actors will gain an integral understanding of Shakespeare's writing for the stage, acquire and execute physical and mental tools for breaking down his language, and marry Shakespeare's text with contemporary acting training. Shakespeare's writing will come alive in all its dynamic and thrilling glory through text analysis, on-your-feet rehearsal, and ensemble-building exercises. In class, actors will explore ensemble chorus work short scenes and leave the class having analyzed, rehearsed, and performed a final Shakespeare monologue. Instructor: Grant Sorenson

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Grant Sorenson is a versatile theatre-maker with extensive experience as an actor, director, writer, and producer. A native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Grant has spent most of his life working professionally onstage and off. His work has been seen at the Guthrie, Theatre Latte Da, the Playwright's Center, and many more. Grant is passionate about reinvigorating classic and heightened texts and reimagining how these plays can speak immediately and passionately about our world. He received his undergraduate training at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, is a proud Actors' Equity member, and is pursuing his MFA in Directing at Boston University. www.grant-sorenson.com