Groundlings Programs
6th—9th Graders
Groundlings JUNIOR, Junior High Acting
This is an acting class for 6th-9th grade students who are interested in working on their acting and team building skills. The emphasis of the program will be on learning basic acting skills, working together as an ensemble, and speaking Shakespeare’s text. Workshops on movement, voice, text analysis, character development, and Shakespearean performance will take place throughout the program.
Sunday Nights, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Location: In person at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 1195 Elm Street.
Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30/ Nov. 6, 13/ Dec. 4, 11, and Dec. 18- Final Performance for Fall Semester
Feb. 5, 19, 26/ Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26/ Apr. 2, 9, and April 15- Final Performance for Spring Semester
Groundlings JUNIOR students are encouraged but not required to participate in both semesters. Students are required to participate in the Final Performances.
Cost: $315 + fees / semester. Scholarships are available. Email to inquire.
10th—12th Graders
Groundlings, High School Acting
This is an acting ensemble developed to provide 10th-12th grade students with the opportunity to learn performance techniques from professional actors while studying Shakespeare and his texts. This 20-week acting-intensive program includes workshops, text analysis, and training in both voice and movement. CSC’s Groundlings provides students with the tools they need to develop their acting talents in a fun and nurturing environment.
Saturday Mornings, 9:30-11:30am
Location: In person at Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, 1195 Elm Street.
Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29/Nov. 5, 12, 19/ Dec. 3, 10 and Dec. 17- Final Performance for Fall Semester
Feb. 4, 18, 25/ Mar.4, 11, 18, 25/ Apr. 1, 8 and April 15- Final Performance for Spring Semester
Groundlings students are required to participate in both semesters AND participate in the Final Performances.
Cost: $790/year (Paid in 2 semester installments of $395 + fees). Scholarships are available. Email to inquire.