Shakespeare in Brief: Performance Adaptations for the Classroom

ISBN: 1453853456

Author: Jorns PhD, David L.

Condition: New

Product DescriptionThe works contained herein are short adaptations of eight of Shakespeare's plays. They use Shakespeare's language, but are not meant to substitute for full readings of the plays. Rather, they're meant as supplements to the study of the plays and an opportunity for young actors to get a taste of Renaissance language. They are also intended to give other students a quick, clear, exciting introduction to Shakespeare.About the AuthorDavid L. Jorns holds a PhD in Theatre History from UCLA. His career spans over forty years in university theatre and university administration. He is President Emeritus of Eastern Illinois University.