Science, diplomacy and Shakespeare
Budding science communicators need to master skills such as story-telling and the ability to view the world from perspectives that their audiences might hold. Being capable of imagining and behaving like another character is the essence of acting. For writers of speculative or science fiction, science journalists or non-fiction writers tackling science, it is essential that they interact with the relevant scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs. Using theatre as our inspiration, this workshop helps participants from all sides to develop confidence in speaking, learn new English words and practice performing as a voice actor.
We also promise a few laughs. The play scripts, written by Hurwitz at OLi-works, were crafted following a call by members of the International Centre of Women Playwrights during the Covid-19 pandemic. One is an original prelude and the other a modern adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s comedies.
We record the sessions so you can hear yourself in the “take-away” recording, if you have opted to perform. Over time, you may speak with the aplomb of a celebrity.
Three themes are highlighted in this OLi workshop series: 1) the level of science and technology during the Elizabethan age, 2) the authorship debate and 3) the nature of the regime and diplomacy. Much more detail is available in a labyrinth beginning here.
