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Join us for the Oxford People's Theatre Bitesize Shakespeare Workshops Week—where the Bard is brought to life in ways you’ve never imagined!

 

Whether you’re a lifelong lover of Shakespeare, someone who’s always found his works intimidating, or even if you’ve sworn you hate it, this week is designed just for you.

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Never performed before? Perfect. Seasoned actor? Also great. All you need is a bit of curiosity and a willingness to play. Expect hands-on activities, lively discussions, and plenty of laughter.

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This isn’t just Shakespeare—it’s your Shakespeare. Accessible. Fun. Different.

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Tuesday 22nd

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10.30am- 1pm: The Witches' Mark: Magic, Ritual & Prophecy in Shakespeare.

Explore the role of the witches in Macbeth, transformation & casting spells.

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2-4.30pm: Behind the Curtain: Unveiling Shakespeare's Plays Within Plays

Join our travelling troupe of rude mechanicals—crafting mini classics on the fly!

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Wednesday 23rd

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2-4.30 pm: Put a Sonnet in your Bonnet

Explore the imagery & language of Shakespeare’s sonnets through games, improvisation and ensemble-crafted scenes.

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6.00 - 8.30pm: Songs of the Storm

A Tempest-Inspired Singing and Movement workshop

Songs of the Storm is a singing and movement workshop inspired by the elemental power and magic of The Tempest. 

 

Thursday 24th

 

10.30 - 1pm: Star Crossed Party Time!

Enter the Capulet’s party. Create a ballroom scene and weave some party text within!

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2- 4.30pm: Diaries and Letters of Romeo & Juliet

Dig into the back story to R&J through a beautiful cacophony of ‘i wish and what if’s!

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Friday 25th

 

2 - 6pm: Open rehearsal time

A guided rehearsal time to rehearse your acts for the open mic night! (we will email everyone who has taken part in the workshops to see if they'd like to perform, nearer the time)

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7 - 9.30pm: Open Mic and Supper.

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Bring a sonnet, a song or a piece of Shakespearean or Shakespearean inspired text. Bring something you've prepared to perform yourself, or perform something we've created together that week. Or simply come to watch others perform. Your ticket will include a dinner, surrounded by a number of performances, all taking place in the Burton Taylor studio.

 

Prices per workshop:

 

Pay Even Less £5

Pay Less £10

Standard £15

Pay it Forward £25 (covering your ticket and the difference between standard and pay Less tickets)

 

Please email us if cost is a barrier to discuss a fully funded place. Available for  Carers, those on benefits, low waged, & those in full time education.

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Book workshops here

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Book Open Mic & Community Supper here