Shakespeare Festival
Explore the World of Shakespeare
The Shakespeare Festival is an annual event that celebrates the life and legacy of one of history’s most influential playwrights. Students have the opportunity to learn about Shakespeare’s works, the period in which he lived, and the historical context that shaped his writing.
In 2026 Shakespeare Festival is March 25-26.
Learn, Laugh, and Get Involved
Students can participate in our interactive webinar series, which offers a range of engaging activities. From reading scenes alongside fellow students to creating Shakespeare‑themed Mad Libs and exploring the castles featured in his works, this light‑hearted series is designed to make learning enjoyable and accessible.
Why Attend?
Students gain:
- Deep understanding of Shakespearean literature and history
- Interactive learning experiences that bring classic plays to life
- Connection with fellow Shakespeare enthusiasts
- Educational enrichment in a supportive, engaging environment
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Why Shakespeare Still Hits
Description: Learn about universal themes in Shakespeare's plays that are still relevant today through an exploration of his adaptations in modern media.
Grade Level(s): 9–12
Time: 9:30 - 10 a.m. EST
Password: RomeoDraw a Shakespearean Roman Soldier
Description: Students will learn about Roman soldiers who were central to the plot and draw their own Roman soldiers.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 10 - 10:20 a.m. EST
Password: RomeoGen Z vs. Shakespeare and Red Flag Romeo
Description: Students will play a game in which they guess whether a word was popularized by Shakespeare or Gen Z and determine whether Romeo's behavior is a red flag or reasonable.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 10:20 -10:40 a.m. EST
Password: RomeoCould You Survive in Shakespeare's Time
Description: Students will learn about how people in the 16th century lived.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 11 - 11:20 a.m. EST
Password: RomeoFrom Odes to Prose... Translate Shakespeare's Most Famous Quotes
Description: Students will participate in an activity that allows them to decode the meaning of Elizabethan English.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 11:20 - 11:40 a.m. EST
Password: RomeoWho Said It: Taylor Swift or William Shakespeare?
Description: Students will participate in a game of "Who Said It: Taylor Swift or Shakespeare?"
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 11:40 a.m. - 12 p.m. EST
Password: RomeoReturn to the Globe: A Shakespeare Escape Room Adventure
Description: Help Shakespeare rebuild his knowledge of his plays by cracking codes and decoding hints so he can return to the Globe in time for the royal performance.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 12 - 12:20 p.m.
Password: RomeoTo Blackout or Not to Blackout: Transforming Hamlet’s Soliloquy Into Found Poetry
Description: Students will analyze Hamlet's "To be or not to be" soliloquy and create an original blackout poem that reveals a new interpretation of the text.
Grade Level(s): 9–12
Time: 12:20 - 12:40 p.m.
Password: RomeoInside the Globe: A Make‑Believe Shakespeare Journey
Description: Travel back in time to play acting games, make a silly story, and explore a 3D Globe Theatre. Get ready to imagine, laugh, and learn on Shakespeare’s stage.
Grade Level(s): 3–5
Time: 12:40 - 1 p.m. EST
Password: RomeoGlobe Theater
Description: A look at the history of Shakespeare's famous theater.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 1 - 1:20 p.m.
Password: Romeo
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Shakespearean Mad Libs
Description: Students will participate in an activity in which they complete a Mad Libs game using a sonnet, then examine the original sonnet.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 4 - 4:20 p.m.
Password: RomeoTalk Like Shakespeare
Description: A game to guess the meaning of various Shakespearean terms.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 4:20 - 4:40 p.m. EST
Password: RomeoShakespeare Quote Guessing
Description: Students will participate in a Kahoot to guess Shakespearean quotes.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 4:40 - 5 p.m. EST
Password: RomeoShakespearean Insults vs. Modern Diss Tracks
Description: A game-based presentation proving Shakespeare was the original "king of the clapback."
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 5 - 5:20 p.m. Password: RomeoShakespeare Remix: From Thou to Wow!
Description: Students will remix Shapespeare's versus in funny or dramatic ways.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 5:20 - 5:40 p.m. ESTPassword: RomeoThe Ides of March in Julius Caesar
Description: Students will learn how superstition shaped the Roman world.
Grade Level(s): 6–12
Time: 5:40 - 6 p.m. EST
Password: RomeoThe Fate of Ophelia: Psychoanalyzing Shakespeare's Leading Ladies
Description: Students will step into the role of Sigmund Freud and diagnose Ophelia and Juliet with psychological disorders.
Grade Level(s): 9–12
Time: 6 - 6:20 p.m. ESTPassword: RomeoIf you're interested in joining this club, or any other club, visit the Clubs and Activities page. For more information, contact [email protected].
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