A PASSION FOR EDUCATION
ShakesCollage is open to bookings throughout the year. ShakesCollage is a 50 minute, lively compilation of Shakespeare's works. Contact [email protected] for information
Teachers can choose from several options: Single performance, Single Workshop, Half-Day Residency, Full-Day Residency, or Intensive Residency. Each 50-minute performance features three professional SRT actors performing a collage of monologues, sonnets and scenes from Shakespeare’s greatest works. The action is fast-paced and interactive, with minimal use of costumes and props so that students can focus on the power and imagery in the language. Performances can be held in a common area, outdoors, or right in the classroom. A single classroom size being ideal, but we can handle larger audiences as well. Each performance can include a post-show Q&A session with students, if requested. We've also performed ShakesCollage at libraries, parks, breweries, and more! For questions, pricing, and booking reservations: [email protected]
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"I love this show! The audience participation is something I enjoy because from it stems pure improvisation and comedic moments."
"Shared Radiance did a marvelous job of combining Shakespeare’s most iconic words with modern day pop culture and ideas."
"All of them brought such a fun spirit to their roles."
"I felt personally motivated from beginning to end. I enjoyed how they involved the audience in the acts and the level of audience participation!"
"(During) the tragedies I actually felt the emotion and it made me sad with them. They are very skilled actors. They are excellent at making the audience feel what the characters are feeling."
"They have made learning about Shakespeare an enjoyable experience rather than a boring and dull experience. They all have great personalities and great chemistry! Every time they come it makes me want to get interested in Shakespeare."
"Shared Radiance did a marvelous job of combining Shakespeare’s most iconic words with modern day pop culture and ideas."
"All of them brought such a fun spirit to their roles."
"I felt personally motivated from beginning to end. I enjoyed how they involved the audience in the acts and the level of audience participation!"
"(During) the tragedies I actually felt the emotion and it made me sad with them. They are very skilled actors. They are excellent at making the audience feel what the characters are feeling."
"They have made learning about Shakespeare an enjoyable experience rather than a boring and dull experience. They all have great personalities and great chemistry! Every time they come it makes me want to get interested in Shakespeare."
BARDS Registration Open for 2025 - 2026
Register here!
BARDS is Shared Radiance’s free program for teens and preteens where we learn about Shakespeare, play theatre games, and participate in workshops led by professional, local theatre artists! We typically meet on the third Saturday of each month from 2:00 to 4:00 at the Greensboro Cultural Center. This program is free to all teens and preteens who wish to attend. Upcoming sessions include:
Julius Caesar & Ancient Rome Playshop led by Chappell Upper
January 17th (1/17/2026)
Room 203
Learn about Shakespeare's Julius Caesar ahead of auditions for the collaborative production with Creative Greensboro with the Director.
Fight Choreography Playshop led by Taylor Neese
February 21st (2/21/2026)
Stephen D. Hyers Theatre
Practice stage combat and safety techniques with an experienced Fight Choreographer known for her creativity and awesome fight sequences.
Sonnet Playshop led by Jen H. Mont
March 21st (3/21/2026)
Room 203
Reading and discussing sonnets will culminate in a mini-performance. We may even try writing a few sonnets ourselves!
Ensemble & Supporting Character Playshop led by Candace Hescock
April 18th (4/18/2026)
Room 203
Are "small roles" truly small? Learn the importance of working as a team, details, and responsibilities through games, scenes, and meter work.
Romeo & Juliet Playshop led by Kelly Kerr & Lark Romberg
May 16th (5/16/2026)
Room 203
Explore the world of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet ahead of the Shared Radiance production with Director Kelly Kerr & Assistant Director Lark Romberg.
Folklore & Storytelling Playshop led by Michael Lamont
June 20th (6/20/2026)
Room 203
Delve into the world of storytelling & folklore through a lecture and activity.
Costume Design Playshop led by Sarah Wilson
July 18th (7/18/2026)
Room 203
Fabrics and colors and garments, oh my! Dip your toe into the creative side of clothes with an experienced costume designer.
Shakespearean Scene Work Playshop led by Lori Koenig
August 15th (8/15/2026)
Room 203
Play with goals, obstacles, and intentions in short scenes! We’ll also have fun with Shakespearean insults and improv.
As You Like It Playshop led by Sherri Raeford
September 19th (9/19/2026)
Room TBA
Discover the story and characters of Shakespeare's As You Like It ahead of the Shared Radiance production with Director Sherri Raeford.
Improvisation Playshop led by Lizzy Brannan
October 17th (10/17/2026)
Room TBA
Everyone loves playing improv games! Create, experiment, and laugh on the spot.
Character Analysis Playshop led by Jamila Curry
November 21st (11/21/2026)
Room TBA
Join us on a deep dive to examine the characters of William Shakespeare's The Tempest. Explore motivations, tactics, and different types of characters.
No BARDS in December 2026!
Julius Caesar & Ancient Rome Playshop led by Chappell Upper
January 17th (1/17/2026)
Room 203
Learn about Shakespeare's Julius Caesar ahead of auditions for the collaborative production with Creative Greensboro with the Director.
Fight Choreography Playshop led by Taylor Neese
February 21st (2/21/2026)
Stephen D. Hyers Theatre
Practice stage combat and safety techniques with an experienced Fight Choreographer known for her creativity and awesome fight sequences.
Sonnet Playshop led by Jen H. Mont
March 21st (3/21/2026)
Room 203
Reading and discussing sonnets will culminate in a mini-performance. We may even try writing a few sonnets ourselves!
Ensemble & Supporting Character Playshop led by Candace Hescock
April 18th (4/18/2026)
Room 203
Are "small roles" truly small? Learn the importance of working as a team, details, and responsibilities through games, scenes, and meter work.
Romeo & Juliet Playshop led by Kelly Kerr & Lark Romberg
May 16th (5/16/2026)
Room 203
Explore the world of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet ahead of the Shared Radiance production with Director Kelly Kerr & Assistant Director Lark Romberg.
Folklore & Storytelling Playshop led by Michael Lamont
June 20th (6/20/2026)
Room 203
Delve into the world of storytelling & folklore through a lecture and activity.
Costume Design Playshop led by Sarah Wilson
July 18th (7/18/2026)
Room 203
Fabrics and colors and garments, oh my! Dip your toe into the creative side of clothes with an experienced costume designer.
Shakespearean Scene Work Playshop led by Lori Koenig
August 15th (8/15/2026)
Room 203
Play with goals, obstacles, and intentions in short scenes! We’ll also have fun with Shakespearean insults and improv.
As You Like It Playshop led by Sherri Raeford
September 19th (9/19/2026)
Room TBA
Discover the story and characters of Shakespeare's As You Like It ahead of the Shared Radiance production with Director Sherri Raeford.
Improvisation Playshop led by Lizzy Brannan
October 17th (10/17/2026)
Room TBA
Everyone loves playing improv games! Create, experiment, and laugh on the spot.
Character Analysis Playshop led by Jamila Curry
November 21st (11/21/2026)
Room TBA
Join us on a deep dive to examine the characters of William Shakespeare's The Tempest. Explore motivations, tactics, and different types of characters.
No BARDS in December 2026!
