Join us for a 2 week workshop exploring hand to hand combat and quarterstaff.

Learn how to safely throw a stage punch, perform a stage slap, and how to fall in a safe way to keep your body healthy.

With quarterstaff, learn the history and uses of the weapon, how to properly wield it, and the many different maneuvers involved in using it to fight.

This workshop will meet the requirements to allow students to rest for Level 1 certification with Dueling Arts International on the weapons taken.

Please understand that spots are limited to ensure safety.

*Dueling Arts International Testing Fee included in the tuition price.

💵 Pricing:

• 1 Week/1 Weapon: $150

• 2 Weeks/2 Weapons: $275

🗓 Dates: May 18th-30th (off Sunday, May 24th)

⏰ Time: 6:00PM - 8:30PM

📍 Location: The Manship Theatre/Hartley Vey Workshop Room, 100 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801

✏️ To register, fill out this form!

This summer, young performers ages 12–17 will have the opportunity to dive into the world of Shakespeare in a fun and active way. Over the course of a week, students will explore Shakespeare’s language through audition workshops, ensemble-building theatre games, movement-based storytelling, and coached monologue and scene work.

On the last day of the camp, performers will participate in the Shakes Squad Showcase, where students present monologues and short scenes they’ve prepared throughout the week.Two tickets for this event are included in your camp tuition. Other tickets will be sold online and at the door.

✏️ Sign up here!

🗓 June 8-12th

⏰ 9:00AM-12:00PM

📍 The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge

We are offering early drop off starting at 8:30AM for an extra $50. If you wish to do this, please add that option to your cart when registering.

A little more about our instructor: Mary-Beth Blanchard-Loftin

“Mary-Beth Blanchard-Loftin is a dedicated theatre educator and lifelong Shakespeare enthusiast. A graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and currently teaches theatre at MSA West Elementary, where she foster a love of performance and storytelling in young artists. Mary-Beth is also an active contributor to the Louisiana Shakespeare Company’s artistic work. She played the role of Viola in LSC’s inaugural production of Twelfth Night and the role of Benedick in the company’s production of Much Ado About Nothing. As Secretary, she brings her passion for Shakespeare Education, and community engagement ot supporting LSC’s mission and continued growth.”