Master Classics

4 Fall Workshops to Elevate Your Craft

 

Fall is here—and that means it’s time to get back in the studio. Join us for Classics on the Rocks’ Master Classics Workshop Series, a four-part program designed to help actors sharpen their skills and deepen their connection to Shakespeare’s text.

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🎭 This season’s workshops include:
 

Monologue Audition Prep with William Downes — Wednesday, October 29 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Get expert guidance to make your next Shakespeare monologue stand out. Classics on the Rocks’ Artistic Director, William has directed and performed in numerous Shakespeare productions and trained with renowned practitioners like Cicely Berry, Barry Ingham, and John Barton. His approach focuses on trust, text, and truthful connection to the audience.

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Mastering Memorization with John St. Croix — Wednesday, November 5 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Take the stress out of learning lines and bring more confidence to every performance. A New York–based actor and teaching artist, John has performed Shakespeare across the city with companies including Titan Theatre Company and Classics on the Rocks. His practical, repeatable tools make memorization simple, effective, and fun—helping actors feel fully prepared, deeply connected, and ready to shine.

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Reading Shakespeare’s Text Like a Musical Score with Sharon Stevens — Wednesday, November 12 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Unlock the rhythm, melody, and emotional flow of Shakespeare’s language—especially for musical theatre performers. Sharon, a UCLA Theatre graduate and Classics company member, has played many of the Bard’s leading ladies, from Hermione to Cleopatra. Her class invites actors to bring their unique voice, curiosity, and musicality to the text.

 

Yoga & Physical Movement for Shakespeare with Julie McNamara — Wednesday, November 19 | 7:30–9:30 PM
Discover how breath, balance, and body awareness can transform your performance. Julie is a longtime Classics company member, actress, comedian, and 200-hour certified yoga instructor with 13 years of teaching experience. Her practice blends physical alignment and mental clarity to help performers connect more deeply to themselves and their craft.

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💡 Take one class for $20, or register for all four for just $60.

📍 Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue, 16th Floor
📅 Wednesdays: Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, and Nov 19
🔗 Reserve your spot now.

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Whether you’re returning to the classics or stepping into them for the first time, this series is designed to meet you where you are—and help you grow.