Making Shakespeare Your Own (Zoom): A Personal Approach to the Bard

Workshop participants must be 18 years or older.

Whether you’re a seasoned Shakespeare enthusiast or new to his works, this workshop is designed to demystify the Bard’s language, helping you discover how to make his words sound as natural and relevant today as they were centuries ago. Nia Lynn, with her extensive background in voice coaching and Shakespearean performance, will guide you through techniques to lift Shakespeare’s words off the page and bring them to life in a way that is uniquely yours.

What will you get from this workshop?

Interactive Experience: Engage in an interactive Zoom session where you can choose to participate or observe. For those who wish to interact, you’ll have the chance to work directly with Nia and the text, receiving personalized guidance and feedback.

Personal Connection: Learn how to connect your own emotions and experiences with Shakespeare’s characters and language, making the texts more accessible and impactful.

Practical Techniques: Nia will share practical techniques to help you interpret and vocalize Shakespeare’s works in a way that feels authentic and true to you, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the text.

Empowering Insights: Gain insights into how to approach Shakespeare’s language with confidence, removing any intimidation and discovering the joy and relevance of his works in our modern world.

Community Interaction: Join a community of Shakespeare enthusiasts where you can share your experiences and learn from others in a supportive and inspiring environment.

This workshop is perfect for anyone who loves Shakespeare, from actors and students to educators and enthusiasts. If you want to deepen your connection with Shakespeare’s works and discover how to make his timeless language your own, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Join us and transform your relationship with the words of one of the greatest playwrights in history.