Classes
Learn. Create. Laugh. Perform.
Imagination and creativity flourish in the Studio with fun and enriching courses for youth and adults. Each program is led by Chesapeake Shakespeare Company teaching artists. Age-appropriate activities encourage imagination and develop performing skills, using the rich language of Shakespeare’s plays. Classes are geared towards personal and/or professional growth. All programs are non-competitive: No auditions required. All courses include programs for actors and non-actors.
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FALL 2026 COURSES
CRITICAL ANALYSIS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Dig into the text with experts and other critical thinkers! The perfect way to develop your critical eye, capture the nuance of classic masterworks, and connect with other lovers of drama and literature. This class will analyze and discuss A Christmas Carol. Tuition includes a free ticket to see Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s mainstage production of A Christmas Carol, adapted by Laura Rocklym and directed by Quae Simpson, running November 28 - December 23, 2026, which we will discuss during our follow-up class.
Open to participants ages 18 and older
Instructor: Molly Horton Booth
Dates: Mondays, November 9 – December 7, 2026; December 28, 2026 (Follow-up)
Times: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Tuition: $125 (Includes a free ticket to see CSC's production of A Christmas Carol)
Questions? Please contact Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's Studio, at studio@chesapeakeshakespeare.com.
There are no offerings at this time. Please check our Spring Youth Courses.
Questions? Please contact Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's Studio, at studio@chesapeakeshakespeare.com
SPRING 2027 COURSES
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Critical Analysis: The Crucible
Critical Analysis: Much Ado About Nothing
Questions? Please contact Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's Studio, at studio@chesapeakeshakespeare.com
CRITICAL ANALYSIS: THE CRUCIBLE
Dig into the text with experts and other critical thinkers! The perfect way to develop your critical eye, capture the nuance of classic masterworks, and connect with other lovers of drama and literature. This class will analyze and discuss The Crucible. Tuition includes a free ticket to see Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s mainstage production of The Crucible directed by Lise Bruneau, running February 12-March 7, 2027
Open to participants ages 18 and older
Instructor: Ellie Skoda and Molly Horton Booth
Dates: Mondays, January 11 – February 22, 2027; March 8, 2027 (Follow-up)
Times: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Tuition: $125 (Includes a free ticket to see CSC's production of The Crucible)
CRITICAL ANALYSIS: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
Dig into the text with experts and other critical thinkers! The perfect way to develop your critical eye, capture the nuance of classic masterworks, and connect with other lovers of drama and literature. This class will analyze and discuss Much Ado About Nothing. Tuition includes a free ticket to see Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s mainstage production of Much Ado About Nothing directed by Megan Behm, running April 23-May 16, 2027.
Open to participants ages 18 and older
Instructor: Molly Horton Booth
Dates: Mondays, April 5- May 3, 2027; May 17 (Follow-up)
Times: 6:30pm-7:45pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Tuition: $125 (Includes a free ticket to see CSC's production of Much Ado About Nothing)
Professional Stage Combat training in Quarter Staff with Certified Teacher Jenny Male. Those interested in testing with the Society of American Fight Directors will need to register for BOTH sessions and pay an additional, non-refundable adjudication fee. Students who pass will receive the Society of American Fight Director's recognition in Quarter Staff.
Open to participants ages 18 and older
Instructor: Jenny Male
Prerequisites: Session I (or, with permission, comparable previous SAFD instruction) is a prerequisite for Session II.
Dates:
Session I: February 7- February 23, 2027
Session II: February 28-March 16, 2027
Times: Tuesdays, 7-10pm and Sundays 3-6pm
Location: The Studio at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD , 21202
Tuition: $225 per session (additional $60 adjudication fee payable to instructor/SAFD)
Discover the joy of bringing timeless characters and stories to life. Whether you're completely new to acting or looking to build confidence and performance skills, this welcoming class is designed for adults of all experience levels. Throughout the course, students will explore a variety of Shakespearean scenes and sonnets while learning the fundamentals of acting, and together, we'll demystify Shakespeare's language, uncover the humor, drama, and emotion within the text, and learn how to make these classic works engaging and fun.
Open to participants ages 18 and older
Instructor: Molly Moores
Dates: Mondays, March 1 – April 26, 2027. No class March 22.
Times: 7:00-8:30pm
Other date/time info: Final presentation occurs during final session.
Location: The Studio at CSC, 206 E. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
Tuition: $250
Questions? Please contact Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's Studio, at studio@chesapeakeshakespeare.com.
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In this youth course, students will learn how to fake a punch, slap, kick, roll, and much more with Society of American Fight Director's talented Melissa Freilich! Students will learn the fundamentals of unarmed stage combat, and will choreograph a scene to be presented to friends and family during the final session.
Open to students ages 9 – 13 as of January 19, 2027.
Instructor: Melissa Freilich
Dates: Tuesdays, January 19 – March 2, 2027.
Times: 3:30-5:00pm
Location: The Studio at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD , 21202
Tuition: $360
Welcome to the stage, young storytellers! In this playful, year-long, welcoming class, homeschool students will explore the basics of acting, ensemble, and stagecraft through theatre games, creative movement, and joyful collaboration. Using Macbeth as our guiding story, students will dive into Shakespeare’s world of witches, prophecies, and fun — discovering how their voices, bodies, and imaginations can bring it all to life. No auditions or Shakespeare/theatre experience required! Throughout the year, we’ll build confidence and community while gently developing performance skills. In the fall, students will explore characters, scenes, and storytelling tools, ending in a showcase of in-progress work for families and friends. In the spring, we’ll shift into rehearsal mode, culminating in a magical, abridged performance of Macbeth.
Open to participants ages 6-11.
Instructor: Melissa Freilich
Dates: Fridays
Session 2: January 15, 2027 - March 19, 2027
Times: 10:00am-12:00pm
Additional Dates/Time Info: No class on November 27, 2026. Performances on March 19, 2027 at 7:00pm
Location: The Studio at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 206 E Redwood Street, Baltimore MD, 21202
Tuition: $900
Step into the world of Shakespeare — where pirates sail, potions bubble, and every kid is a storyteller. In this playful, welcoming class, young actors will explore scenes, characters, and language from Shakespeare’s plays through games, movement, and collaborative performance. We’ll bring stories to life with our voices, bodies, and big imaginations — no experience required. Whether your child loves being center stage or is just dipping a toe into theatre, Shakespeare Play is a place to grow confidence, creativity, and community. Come play, speak the speech, and discover just how fun the Bard can be!
Open to students ages 7 – 11 as of March 2, 2027
Dates: Tuesdays, March 2- May 4, 2027.
Times: 4:00-5:30pm
Location: The Studio at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company, 7 S Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD , 21202
Tuition: $150
If your student would like to start class after March 2, please email education@chesapeakeshakespeare.com
Questions? Please contact Chesapeake Shakespeare Company's Studio, at studio@chesapeakeshakespeare.com
Cancellation/Refund policy: CSC reserves the right to cancel or postpone any class. If a class is cancelled, registrants will be contacted and issued a full refund. If a registrant wishes to cancel their registration, a full refund will be issued if notice is given at least two weeks prior to the start of the class. There will be no refunds issued outside of this time frame.