Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Education Program

08/24/2026

That’s a wrap on Summer at The Studio!

Our final troupe of campers wrapped up their summer at the studio with a performance for family and friends, bringing Shakespeare’s HAMLET to life with plenty of creativity, energy, and theatrical flair.

07/30/2026

Bring the Bard to life through the larger-than-life performance style of professional wrestling. In this class, words marry action and spectacle as you take on the role of iconic Shakespeare characters; this time settling their differences with equal parts poetry, spectacle, and body slams.

Open to participants ages 18 and older

Don't wait! Register by August 1 and save 20% on tuition with our Early Bird Special. To register and learn more about all our Fall course offerings, visit ChesShakes.com/Classes

07/29/2026

Only 2 Days Left to Save 20% on Fall Classes!
Looking for a creative challenge this fall? Whether you're 7 or 70, brand new to theatre or a seasoned performer, there's a place for you at CSC! No experience required for any of our classes. Register now before this limited-time discount ends August 1!

https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/education-community/camps-classes/classes/

For Kids & Teens
Kids Combat: Unarmed (Ages 14-18) - Learn the art of stage combat and choreograph your own fight scene with SAFD Certified Teacher Melissa Freilich.
Shakespeare Play (Ages 7-11) - Explore the worlds of three Shakespeare plays through games, crafts, and interactive storytelling.
Homeschool Players (Ages 6-11) & Homeschool CORPS (Ages 12-18) - Our year-long homeschool programs immerse students in a Shakespeare play that they will bring to life in a full performance at the end of the year.

For Adults
Critical Analysis: Frankenstein & A Christmas Carol (Virtual) - Join fellow literature lovers for engaging discussions of these classic works and CSC's productions. Registration includes a ticket to each show!
Writer's Guild: Adaptations - Learn from experienced adaptors as they share their journeys transforming plays, novels, and more for the stage. Register for a single session or all six.
All the World's a Ring: Shakespeare in the World of Pro-Wrestling - Discover where Shakespeare meets spectacle as you embody iconic characters and settle their conflicts through the performance language of professional wrestling.
Stage Combat: Two-Handed Sword - Train with SAFD Certified Teacher Jonathan Ezra Rubin and work toward earning Society of American Fight Directors recognition in Two-Handed Sword.

The 20% discount disappears in just TWO DAYS. Don't miss your chance to learn, create, perform, and connect with an incredible community this fall.
Register today and save 20% before it's gone!.

07/09/2026

REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASSES IS NOW OPEN! 🍁

Discover something new this fall with CSC! Whether you're exploring theatre for the first time or growing your craft, we have classes for youth and adults alike.

LIMITED TIME ONLY! Act NOW to unlock your EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! Register for classes by AUGUST 30th and SAVE 20%

For more information and to register visit ➡️ ChesShakes.com/Classes

07/07/2026

Few spots available for Summer at The Studio!
In our final three weeks of camp, August 3-21, campers are divided into ages, 7-10yr olds and 11-14yr olds. While focusing on the same Shakespearian show, our Younglings will focus on the world building, designing masks and costumes, and understanding Shakespeare's basics, while our Elders are diving deep into character analysis, stage combat, and technical theater. Camp always ends with a staged performance for friends and family to attend! Join us! https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/.../camps.../camps/

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

Sign up today!

⚔️ 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