If you are curious about how to interpret, present and potentially perform Shakespeare, this class is for you. Guided by theater director Kathy Keena, with over 30 years of stage directing, Kathy can train you how to read Shakespeare as it was written---to be performed! You'll be amazed to see characters come alive when their personalities and motives are clearly understood. You will also learn to appreciate the lovely poetry that is the hallmark of all Shakespeare verse. All are welcome. If the class continues to run, we plan on offering a production of collected scenes to the public.

Kathy Keena has been directing theater for 36 years. Her book, "The Play's the Thing" explores her methods and philosophies about directing. She has studied with Henry Thomas at Hartford Stage Old Place, The Lee Strasberg Theater Institute in L.A. and the Psychodrama Institute of Connecticut. She holds master’s degrees in English Literature (CCSU) and Counseling (St. Joseph University). Artistic Directorships include Calliope Feminist Theatre, Shakespeare Hartford, and Veterans Memorial Theater Company. Kathy has directed productions at many theaters including Manchester CC, Naugatuck CC. Charter Oak Health Center, Mark Twain Masquers, Suffield Players, New Britain Repertory Company, and the Dionysus Theater Company. She believes theater is the vehicle of greatest potential to communicate difficult issues in contemporary society.