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Hamlette! Mark me! Why art thou wearing so much eyeliner?
Imagine if you will that “Hamlet” was not “Hamlet” at all, but “Hamlette” – a woman!
Hamlette by Allison Williams is a twisty-turny interpretation of the classic Danish tale that is great for competitions. Why spend four hours telling the story when five actors can get the job done in thirty minutes?
Under the direction of Valerie Marsh , the incredibly accomplished student performers at Bridgewater-Emery High School in Emery, SD were not only able to get the job done but achieved “superior” results along the way:
We had a lot of fun rehearsing and performing Williams’ play. We advanced to the South Dakota High School Activities Association’s State One-Act Play Festival, earning a “Superior Play” award. Three of the cast members also earned “Superior Performer” awards. Thanks for a well-written, hilarious script!
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Great job, Bridgewater-Emery High School!
*Photo credit: South Dakota Public Broadcasting
by Allison Williams
Hamlet is played by a girl in this twisty-turny comedic interpretation of the classic Danish tale.
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by Julie Hartley
Shakespeare is one of the greatest resources a drama teacher can have. But teaching it can be a challenge. Practical Approaches to Shakespeare in the Drama Classroom helps drama teachers break down the Bard to make his themes, language and characters accessible to all.
A selection of 10 Shakespeare perusal scripts. Whether it's a cutting that uses the original text, a monologue or scene book, or a parody that spoofs the story, these plays offer a great window into Shakespeare's world.
