Learning Guide: The Taming of the Shrew Check out these resources for academics, enthusiasts, and educators to support your learning and viewing of THE TAMING OF THE SHREW by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Marti Lyons.
Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design Explore the historical context of THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s production.
Synopsis and Characters Read a detailed synopsis of the play, get to know the characters of THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, and dive into the production’s adapted framing device.
Post-Show Classroom Activity Invite students to consider and share their personal histories of wrongs, forgiveness, and empathy to better understand GEM OF THE OCEAN.
Post-Show Discussion Activity Dive into discussion questions that explore themes and impressions of GEM OF THE OCEAN.
Historical Background and Dramaturgy Explore the historical context of GEM OF THE OCEAN, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s production.
Synopsis and Characters Read a detailed synopsis of the play and get to know the characters of GEM OF THE OCEAN.
Learning Guide: Gem of the Ocean Check out these resources for academics, enthusiasts, and educators to support your learning and viewing of GEM OF THE OCEAN.
Post-Show Classroom Activity Explore the joys and challenges of working together in a group - just like the band in MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM.
