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  • Locations: London, United Kingdom
  • Program Terms: Fall, FullYear Fall Site, FullYear Spring Site, Spring
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  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English Areas of Study: Theater/Drama
Program Type: Study center program Program Status: Colby-approved program
Class Status: 3 - Junior
Program Description:

14-WEEK COURSE – STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Based on the work of Shakespeare and either Jacobean or English Comedy of Manners playwrights, this course is designed to deepen students’ engagement with classical texts and develop their skills. Intensive and entirely practical, it offers international students an exhilarating introduction to British conservatoire training.

You will take technical classes in acting, voice, singing, textual analysis and interpretation, Alexander Technique, movement and physical theatre, stage combat and historical dance. You will also take part in three workshops, rehearsing scenes and finally a play from classical texts and performing them to your peers. You will attend a variety of London theatre productions, including performances at Shakespeare’s Globe.The course includes a visit to Stratford-upon-Avon to see the work of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Our Semester Programme Classical Acting consists of four individual modules that are validated by the University of Kent. APPLY NOW

Type of Program: Study Center-Based Program
Areas of Study: Theatre Studies
Program Languages: English-only
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring
Colby Status: Approved Program


This program is currently not accepting applications.