SCHOOLS’ SHAKESPEARE CARNIVAL FINALS
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Writers can change the way we think and help us to make sense of our reality. William Shakespeare has been dead since 1616, but his legacy prevails. His writing awakes the same emotions that it did 400 years ago.
The literature of the world is moved by his quill. The ink of his writing draws the path and inspires others to follow his steps. Shakespeare’s work not only entertains, surprises and distracts individual readers. He shapes the notion of art and our understanding of the human spirit. He also educates entire generations, influencing their tastes and sensitivity.
High school students from all over NSW have been competing over recent months to make the final of the annual Schools’ Shakespeare Carnival on Sunday June 18. Run by the Sport for Jove Theatre Company, the carnival brings together the most talented to workshop their pieces throughout the day with seasoned professionals and at night perform their work at the Seymour Centre.
The carnival provides a unique opportunity for students to challenge themselves, learn new ideas from their peers and gain confidence by showing their individual creativity on stage. The students compete in categories from solo to group acting, music, dance, set and costume design. All to celebrate the genius of William Shakespeare.
The event generates a space for conversation and reconciles the influence of the past with youthful interpretations.
Jun 18, 6pm. Seymour Centre, Corner of City Rd & Cleveland St, Chippendale. $20. Tickets & Info: www.seymourcentre.com or Ph: 9351 7940
By Manuel Gonzalez.
