Shakespeare
In Schools
"As
a parent, watching 5th graders perform and understand
Shakespeare was an experience I didn't think possible. I
don't know who was more impressed, me or my son."
" The children were incredible and watching the parents'
response was even more fun."
"We didn't understand it, but they sure did. Never dreamed
my daughter could do that."
This program is designed to give students a greater
appreciation and working knowledge of the language of
Shakespeare. The work consists of a thorough study of the
sounds, vibrations, rhythm and structure of the words
themselves, coupled with a greater comprehension of the
exact meaning of the text. The final step in this program
focuses on the clarity and specificity of storytelling
through preparation for performance. The benefits of this
program have been tested and proven within school systems
throughout the country and we are excited to introduce it
into Madison County.
Results show an appreciation of the collaborative process
through mounting a production as members of a team, a
greater sense of confidence and presentation skills through
performance and an active and fun approach to learning the
classics.
The most important finding and the one First Stage is
targeting is an increase in student vocabulary and an
improvement in reading skills.
