The Shakespeare Theatre Company

Professional Development

Strengthen your voice – Focus your message – Empower your staff

“Exceptional educators… The workshop was really well conceived… practical and highly applicable to our docents and to our space. Both instructors managed to balance warmth and professionalism which is quite tricky but highly important, especially with our crowd, and putting people at ease and creating an atmosphere of trust. What was so impressive for all of us was their high level of expertise, which they used as a tool to teach and assist and not to show off their wealth of knowledge. “
Elizabeth Diament
Senior Educator, Manager of School Tours and Docent Programs
National Gallery of Art

The Shakespeare Theatre Company’s education department is proud to customize professional development workshops to meet a wide array of goals and initiatives in the professional world. With the belief that theatre skills are also life skills, Shakespeare Theatre Company’s talented roster of teaching artists engages participants from all walks of life in the hands-on exploration of the classical actor’s toolbox and its practical application to various settings and situations in the professional world.

Past participants have included the National Gallery of Art, Washington Gas, Marriott international, Howrey LLP, Hispanic College Fund, Designer Tours, Fairfax County Public Schools, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, Food and Drug Administration and Freddie Mac.
So whether you’re looking for intensive training in persuasive speaking or a fun, interactive team-building experience to reinvigorate your staff, Shakespeare Theatre Company is ready to craft a unique, one-of-a-kind experience in collaboration with your organization.

For more information or to book a workshop, email STCTraining@ShakespeareTheatre.org or call 202.547.5688.

In order to provide the optimum experience for your workshop, please book at least four weeks in advance of your anticipated workshop date. Fees are based on the type, length, degree of customization and number of participants impacted. Mileage may be assessed for programs beyond the metro area.