Playing with Shakespeare Event

A workshop and exchange of views for teachers of Shakespeare in primary, secondary and tertiary education with Ros King, Professor of English, University of Southampton, author of A Beginner's Guide to Shakespeare (Oneworld Publications, 2011) and Patrick Sandford, Artistic Director of the Nuffield Theatre.

The object of the day is to

• banish the myth that Shakespeare's language is difficult because it is four hundred years old
• grow teacher confidence in the use of practical drama techniques
• share ideas, problems and strategies
• develop continuity in the Shakespeare experience from primary to tertiary levels of education
• grow audiences for Shakespeare
• explore ways in which teachers at all levels can make the Southampton area a beacon of excellence for young people's involvement with Shakespeare
• learn from primary and secondary teachers about the challenges which university researchers and teachers of Shakespeare should address

The day will include:

• Talk by Ros King, ‘Finding Pleasure in Shakespeare's Language'
• Practical workshop with Patrick Sandford, ‘Making it real'
• Discussion on problems and opportunities for Shakespeare in the curriculum
• Sharing ideas on teaching strategies

This event, including lunch, is free thanks to the Edyth Jeffries Shakespeare Project, University of Southampton.