HAMLET Hits the Stage for Area HS Students

“Hamlet” Hits the Stage for Area High School Students

Friends of the Arts in collaboration with Plymouth State University Department of Theatre presented Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” at the Silver Center for the Arts as a bus-in for area high school students. Students from Franklin High School, Sant Bani, Plymouth Regional High School and Newfound Memorial High School and Proctor Academy experienced a 90-minute live performance of the classic play with the option of a 45-minute Stage Combat Workshop following the performance. “The story came to life with sword fights, stage combat, jealousy and betrayal. This was a great way to enhance students’ understanding of Shakespeare and to ensure a deeper level of appreciation for the nuances in the play”, said Sharon LaJoie, Executive Director for Friends of the Arts. Kevin Asselin, PSU alumni and professional actor, played the lead role in “Hamlet” and taught the Stage Combat Workshop following the performance.

The mission of Friends of the Arts is to present quality visual and performing arts that are affordable and accessible to children and adults as both observers and participants. The Regional Arts Council is dedicated to arts education, enrichment and improving the patronage and support of New Hampshire Artists. No individual will be turned away from participating in the programs due to insufficient funds. For more information call the Friends of the Arts office at (603)536-1182 or visit the website at www.friends-of-the-arts.org Thanks to New Hampshire State Council on the Arts & New England Foundation of the Arts and Plymouth State University.