Shakespeare in Performance
Summer Faculty-led Program
About the Program
The Shakespeare in Performance program will offer a unique opportunity for students to study the historical and literary nuances of Shakespeare’s works while observing international theatre artists. Students will attend performances at the Prague Shakespeare Company and participate in lectures and symposia provided by the company’s dramaturgs, actors, and designers, detailing their processes and how they differ from their counterparts in other parts of Europe or the USA. Course readings and discussion will then examine the process of staging these plays through history and in a contemporary, global context, with particular interest in matters of dramaturgy, design, and performance methods.
View the program brochure.
Upcoming INFO SESSION:
November 12, 2:00-2:30 pm, Zoom (click for link)
Deadlines
| Application Opening | APPLICATION OPEN |
| Application Deadline (Early Action) | December 1, 2024 |
| Application Deadline (Regular) | February 5, 2025 |
| Scholarship Application Deadline* | November 15, 2024 |
For more details on How to Apply?
Overview
Program Dates: July 1- 25, 2025
Courses
The program utilizes the historical city by visiting numerous museums, national monuments, cultural landmarks, and other significant venues to engage students in their coursework, providing first-hand experiences that inform critical and creative thinking.
| Prefix | Course Name | Credits | GEP | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 209 | Introduction to Shakespeare | 3 | Humanities | Danica Jackson |
| THE 398 | Special Topics: Shakespeare in Performance | 3 | Visual and Performing Arts | Danica Jackson |
Eligibility
- GPA Requirements: minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Be in good standing with the Office of Student Conduct.
- Meet the minimum eligibility policy set forth by the NC State Study Abroad Office
Program Cost
- Admin Fee: $450 ($75 non-refundable set-up fee and $375 study abroad fee)
- Program Cost: $4,700
- TOTAL: $5,150
Minimum number of students: 12
Included
- Tuition
- Housing
- Cultural activities
- Field trips
- International health insurance
- Transportation pass
- Airport pickup
- Orientation activities and materials
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- Student support services
- 24/7 on-site & emergency assistance
Not Included
- International airfare (Students are responsible for booking their flights as NC State Prague does not arrange group flights)
- Meals
- Supplies and personal expenses
- Textbooks and studio materials
- Passport fee (if applicable)
Faculty Leader Contact
Danica Jackson | djjacks5@ncsu.edu
Travel Documents: Passport
Students must have a valid passport to take part in any international travel. Passports must be valid for three months after their final day of travel. Students may apply for a passport from the US Passport Acceptance Facility.
Excursions, Cultural Activities and Field trips
- Orientation including culinary class, Czech language and culture workshop
- Select group meals
- Excursion to Český Krumlov
- Day trip to Terezin
- Day trip to Kutna Hora
- The Jewish Museum of Prague
- Prague Castle Tour
- Art and Architecture Tour
- Prague Shakespeare Company performances
Housing
Housing is included for all program participants, which is located in a nice residential part of the city, just a short ride from the Center, and near conveniences such as grocery stores, restaurants, gyms, and public transportation. In addition to your NC State program peers who live along with you, several Student Housing Assistants also reside in the same building and provide additional support and help with local connections. Rooms are double-occupancy, with shared bathrooms and kitchen space. Students may request a roommate or otherwise will be matched up.
