playshops

In-school sessions taught by SF Shakes’ teaching artists.

Consisting of up to three sessions (typically 1-hour classes), Playshops bring a professional Theatre Artist into your classroom to lead a customizable and interactive workshop, focused around a single topic or skill set. Narrower in breadth than a full residency, these workshops energize students and create buy-in for your subject matter.

For inquiries or to book a Playshop, contact us at education@sfshakes.org or 415-558-0888.

Most of our playshops can be taught either in-person or virtually.
We recommend most programs for grades 4-12, but we can customize programs for younger students.
Pricing varies based on number of sessions, number of students/classes, number of teaching artists needed, required materials, and transportation.
Scroll down to learn more about the different Playshop programs we offer.

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In addition to Playshops, we have other educational offerings in Your Classroom.

playshop programs

standard playshop

This one-off Playshop is an interactive, performance-based way for students to experience the language and themes of Shakespeare.

voice playshop

Students will connect to their authentic voices to create free and open sound grounded in the body. They will explore breath, resonance, and articulation to become more confident and expressive speakers.

movement playshop

Students will deepen their understanding of their bodies’ nuances and patterns, to explore emotional response and the relationship between movement and stillness, increasing self-awareness and self-expression through exploring non-verbal communication.

clowning playshop

In this physically energized and interactive class students will explore ensemble building and improvisation to create vibrant characters. Our goal is to invigorate your students, build their self confidence and freedom of play!

commedia dell'arte

Originating in 16th century Italy, Commedia employs masked “types” and a combination of scripted and improvised action serving a comical narrative.

intro to shakespeare

Exploring Shakespeare’s time 1500-1600’s, specific arts and cultural aspects of society, and an introduction to Shakespeare’s language.