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06/11/2026
⚔️ Sharpen your stage combat skills in our Sword & Shield Intensive with Certified Teacher Jonathan Ezra Rubin.
Train in one of theatrical combat's most exciting disciplines while building technique, safety, and storytelling skills. Students may also test for recognition through the Society of American Fight Directors (additional SAFD adjudication fee applies).
COURSE BEGINS JUNE 22! Learn more and register at ChesShakes.com/Sword-Shield
06/11/2026
Unlock the mystery behind Shakespeare’s most surprising romance. 👑✨
Join fellow lovers of drama and literature for a deep dive into The Tale of Cymbeline. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll sharpen your critical eye, unpack Shakespeare’s language, and explore the themes of love, identity, betrayal, and redemption that make this late play so captivating.
And the best part? Your tuition includes a FREE TICKET to experience The Tale of Cymbeline live onstage, outdoors and under the stars in Ellicott City.
Come ready to question, discover, and connect. Spots are limited—register today at ChesShakes.com/Crit-Cymbeline
06/11/2026
⚔️ Sharpen your stage combat skills in our Sword & Shield Intensive with Certified Teacher Jonathan Ezra Rubin.
Train in one of theatrical combat's most exciting disciplines while building technique, safety, and storytelling skills. Students may also test for recognition through the Society of American Fight Directors (additional SAFD adjudication fee applies).
COURSE BEGINS JUNE 22! Learn more and register at ChesShakes.com/Sword-Shield
06/10/2026
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⚔️ Sharpen your stage combat skills in our Sword & Shield Intensive with Certified Teacher Jonathan Ezra Rubin.
Train in one of theatrical combat's most exciting disciplines while building technique, safety, and storytelling skills. Students may also test for recognition through the Society of American Fight Directors (additional SAFD adjudication fee applies).
COURSE BEGINS JUNE 22! Learn more and register at ChesShakes.com/Sword-Shield
06/08/2026
"One reason we chose the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s performance for our students is their mission of creating vibrant and delightful experiences." - Gina Miller, Montgomery County English Teacher
This is an amazing shout-out from Clarksburg High School English teacher Gina Miller. Seeing students connect with Romeo and Juliet on stage before reading it is exactly the kind of impact we hope for. We’re grateful to be part of formative experiences like this for students.
Read the full article below.
3 Questions: Gina Miller, Montgomery County English Teacher - Maryland State Education Association Clarksburg High School English teacher Gina Miller understands how kids learn. Her English class field trips bring to life Shakespeare’s timeless themes and familiar complicated relationships. You received a $5,000 NEA Foundation grant to take 150 ninth-grade students to a live production of Romeo...
05/28/2026
Our next Critical Analysis class is starting next week! Join us on Zoom to discover the Tale of Cymbeline.
Unlock the mystery behind Shakespeare’s most surprising romance. 👑✨
Join fellow lovers of drama and literature for a deep dive into The Tale of Cymbeline. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll sharpen your critical eye, unpack Shakespeare’s language, and explore the themes of love, identity, betrayal, and redemption that make this late play so captivating.
And the best part? Your tuition includes a FREE TICKET to experience The Tale of Cymbeline live onstage, outdoors and under the stars in Ellicott City.
Come ready to question, discover, and connect. Spots are limited—register today at ChesShakes.com/Crit-Cymbeline
Join our weekly Critical Analysis: The Tale of Cymbeline virtual course beginning Tuesday, June 2 from 6:30-7:45pm, led by Molly Horton Booth! Dig into the text with experts and other critical thinkers! This is perfect way to develop your critical eye, capture the nuance of Shakespeare's final romance, and connect with other lovers of drama and literature. All class participants receive a complementary ticket to The Tale of Cymbeline, directed by Ben Lambert, running June 12-July 19, 2026.
To sign up:
05/20/2026
Get ready for a summer full of imagination, laughter, and fearless storytelling!
Whether you’re a young theater-maker ready for full-day, week-long creative adventures, or a teen artist eager to dive deep into Shakespeare with our bold Teen Mechanicals ensemble, there’s a place for you on our stage.
Spots fill quickly! Don’t miss your chance to make this a summer of big ideas, fearless performances, and unforgettable fun.
To learn more and to register, visit -> ChesShakes.com/Camps
04/15/2026