ABOUT SYT ENSEMBLE PROGRAMS

ACTING TRAINING
Throughout the rehearsal process, actors will study and strengthen core classical acting techniques, including:

• voice and breath work to strengthen the physical connections between the actor and the text

• movement work, including Viewpoints and stage combat with trained instructors

• Original Practices text work using the text from Shakespeare’s First Folio

• in-depth analysis of Shakespeare’s verse; poetic techniques including anthesis, assonance, metaphor, and iambic pentameter will be studied and applied in performance

• focus on the actor’s creative voice in the rehearsal room; development of each student’s personal interpretation of the text and its relevance in 2025

SYT’s unique creative process focuses on empowering and emboldening the creative and interpretive voice of each young actor; each students’ approach to the story and its themes take centerstage as we work together to create new interpretations of Shakespeare’s works and highlight what makes them relevant to young people and audiences today.

TUITION

The Summer Ensemble is a tuition-based summer acting camp. Community-sponsored scholarships are available on a first-come-first-served basis. All actors invited to join the SYT Summer Ensemble will have the opportunity to sign up for financial aid!

SUMMER ENSEMBLE 2026 REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

School Year Rehearsals

Rehearsals for the Summer Ensemble begin May 2026. Rehearsals will be after-school hours through June 10, 2026.

Summer Rehearsals

Beginning June 11, 2026, Henry IV, Part 1 will rehearse 11am-3pm daily. Richard II will rehearse 4pm - 8pm daily. Not all actors will be called to all rehearsals.

PERFORMANCES - July 17 - August 2, 2026

Performances will take place July 18th - August 3rd at the Crane Theatre in Minneapolis, MN.