ONLINE: This course invites participants to explore the plays featured in the American Shakespeare Center’s 2026 spring and summer seasons — "Twelfth Night," "The Hound of the Baskervilles," "A Bold Stroke for a Husband," "As You Like It" and "Our Town." Each session will provide historical and contemporary context for one of these productions, offering a richer understanding of its origins and relevance today. Through lively, discussion-based meetings, students will delve into the history of each play and its author, trace its performance legacy and gain behind-the-scenes insights into the ASC’s current interpretations. Along the way, we’ll consider how each work connects to current events, cultural conversations and timeless human themes. Guest speakers — including members of the cast, directors and others — will join some sessions. By the end of the series, participants will come away with a deeper knowledge of both the plays themselves and the creative artists bringing them to life. | Lecture + Q&A, Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 30.
