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“By working with [Shakespeare in the Ruff], students not only got a more personal grasp on Shakespeare’s words, they benefited from the experience the actors had accumulated in their own theatrical journeys. I found their approach to working with the students refreshing, and their ability to connect with my students created an environment where they could take risks and try things they had found intimidating.”

Shawn RocheleauHead of Drama, Middlefield Collegiate, Markham

For the past five years, Shakespeare in the Ruff has been invited into schools, community centres, and assisted living facilities to offer a variety of workshops and performances.

They have included sessions in:

  • Playing with Shakespeare’s Language
  • Stage Combat: both hand to hand & with weaponry
  • Introduction to Puppetry

We currently have workshops available in:

  • Shakespearean Language
  • Introduction to Movement Narrative
  • Introduction to Stage Combat
  • Play with Words: How to Start Writing a Play

To discuss bringing Shakespeare in the Ruff to your school, email our Head of Education, PJ Prudat.

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“…all of the exercises were appropriate & did a good job of touching on major themes of the play. It was great that the kids were given opportunities to demonstrate their creative choices.”

L. Reedy
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“The workshop was fantastic. We will definitely do it again, and also come out to see your production. It was magical.”

N. Kenny