Apple Shakes Presents:
Romeo And Juliet!
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About our Shakes Program: This class is a non-musical class introducing the works of William Shakespeare to middle and high school aged participants. (AGES 11 - 18) Participants learn the historical context and performance practices of Elizabethan actors as well as the rehearsal process of the time. A large portion of classes for the first two months places an emphasis on the verse and delivery of the prose and verse of the script. Participants are cast in rolls in the second month to begin the traditional “rehearsal” process while using games as skill builders as well as Shakespearean Insult, Stage Combat, voice, and theatrical make-up workshops. Rehearsed for a long period of time to encourage full textural understanding, performance confidence and polish.

About Romeo and Juliet: An age-old vendetta between two powerful families erupts into bloodshed. A group of masked Montagues risk further conflict by gatecrashing a Capulet party. A young lovesick Romeo Montague falls instantly in love with Juliet Capulet, who is due to marry her father’s choice, the County Paris. With the help of Juliet’s nurse, the women arrange for the couple to marry the next day, but Romeo’s attempt to halt a street fight leads to the death of Juliet’s own cousin, Tybalt, for which Romeo is banished. Will Romeo be reunited with his Juliet? “Aye, there’s the rub.”

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What A Poison Apple Plaque?

Have you been with us for 5, or even 10 years? Click below to apply for an apple plaque! The plaques will be displayed in our Academy Lobby for all to see.

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Actor of the Week - Ben Margolin

An Interview With Our Actor Of The Week:

Ben Margolin

Introduce yourself, and tell us how old you are!

Ben Margolin, 10 years old

Why do you love theatre?

I love theatre because you can be anyone you want and wear different costumes, which is lots of fun.

How long have I been at Poison Apple?

Almost 2 years.

What has been your favorite show that you've performed in?

Finding Nemo.

Favorite Role?

Bruce in Finding Nemo.

What’s something you’ve learned from participating in theatre?

I’ve learned to work with others in a play and be a great team player because it’s not only your role in a play but also other actors.

Can you tell us about a moment onstage when something didn't go as planned? How did it turn out?

In Aladdin, one kid appeared on stage earlier than planned. All the actors were confused at first,  but then we understood what was going on and kept the play going. You always think outside the box in theatre.

What's one piece of advice you'd like to give to someone stepping onstage for the first time?

Being on stage might seem scary. It’s OK to be nervous. Take a deeeeeeep breath, find your family or friends in the audience, and move on.

Is there anyone you'd like to give a shout-out to for supporting you on your acting journey?

My family, grandparents, and cousins who come to all my plays to support me.

Tell us the shows you have participated in with Poison Apple!

Aladdin, Annie, and Finding Nemo.

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