La Voz de Shakespeare

LA VOZ DE SHAKESPEARE- an exploration of Shakespeare’s text through our linguistic identity.

In this master class participants will explore how their own accent/linguistic identity –their prosody— inflection, rhythm may help them connect more viscerally to the sense and meaning of the text.

• How we can explore Shakespeare in a bilingual way. (Spanish/ English or Spanglish).
• Find a greater cultural and visceral connection to the text
• Part two: If time allows, we will explore how we linguistically transform from one’s idiolect/ accent to another using the text—finding greater linguistic clarity.

“Shakespeare es para todos –Shakespeare is for all”

Register ahead of time – limited space.

Participants will work on a 2-minute piece of text of their choice (15-16 lines of text ) memorized or partly memorized.

Preparation

Listen to the Podcast Prior Workshop: https://www.folger.edu/podcasts/shakespeare-unlimited/latinx-voices-decure-espinosa/

Read this Article Prior workshop: La Voz de Shakespeare: https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.1515/9781474488501-010/html?lang=en

Latinx Actor Training https://latinxactortraining.com/

Experiences in working with Shakespeare in Adaptation, Shakespeare in Spanish and Bilingual Heightened Text

https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781003021520-17/experiences-working-shakespeare-adaptation-shakespeare-spanish-bilingual-heightened-text-cynthia-santos-decure-micha-espinosa

Send us your proposed monologue ahead of time. We are also happy to suggest a text

Propuesta de texto puede ser en Ingles o en Español.

General Information and Requirements

• Date: Saturday December 7, 2024
• Time: 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Place: IATI Theater (64 E Fourth St, New York, NY 10003, United States)
• Language: English and Spanish
• Duration: 3 hours.
• Arrival Time: Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the class. The class will begin on time.
• Attendance: Do not register if you cannot commit to being present for the entire class.
• Late Admission: No one will be admitted once the class has started. NO EXCEPTIONS.

About the instructor

About HOLA Master Classes series:

In expanding job opportunities for Hispanic actors, HOLA strengthens and supports the available talent pool through its Educational Programs which offers professional development, acting training and networking opportunities for members and the Hispanic community. This is an invaluable resource for artists to further develop their skills, gain practical experience and industry knowledge to support a greater chance of success in their careers. HOLA Master Classes are free for members and scheduled once a month.

HOLA y sus clases magistrales:

En función de expandir las oportunidades laborales de los actores hispanos, HOLA fortalece y apoya el potencial del talento humano disponible a través de sus programas educativos. Los cuales ofrecen desarrollo profesional, formación actoral; además, de las oportunidades de establecer relaciones interpersonales entre los miembros y la comunidad hispana. Este invaluable recurso impulsa a los artistas a desarrollar aún más sus habilidades. Ganando experiencia práctica y conocimientos del área; aumentando así, las posibilidades de éxito en sus carreras. Las clases magistrales de HOLA son mensuales y gratuitas para los miembros.

Cancellation Policy:

• This complimentary offer for HOLA members is subject to limited availability. We ask that you register only if you can attend the entire event.
• In the event that you need to cancel your reservation, we kindly ask for your prompt notification with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Please send an email to inform us of your cancellation at education@holaofficial.org.
• Failure to provide timely notice or being a no-show will result in a 3-month restriction from participating in HOLA programming, starting from the event date.
• To register for events during the restriction period, a $35 penalty fee will be required to waive the restriction.

Política de cancelación:

• Esta oferta gratuita para los miembros de HOLA cuenta con plazas limitadas, por lo que les pedimos amablemente que se inscriban únicamente si están seguros de poder asistir al evento completo.
• Si necesitan cancelar, les solicitamos que nos notifiquen con al menos 24 horas de antelación enviando un correo electrónico a education@holaofficial.org
• La falta de notificación para cancelar dentro del plazo especificado o la ausencia resultará en la restricción de 3 meses para participar en las actividades de HOLA, comenzando desde la fecha del evento.
• Si desea registrarse en eventos durante su período de restricción, tendrá que pagar una tarifa de penalización de $35 para evitar la restricción.

Cover Photo Credit: Isabel Chenoweth

This program is made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, as well as by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Miranda Family Fund, Radio Drama Network, and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund for their private contributions to our 2024-2025 programming, fostering Hispanic and Latin artists who enrich our culture.