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American Players Theatre
5950 Golf Course Road
P.O. Box 819
Spring Green, WI 53588
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Box Office: 608-588-2361
Administration: 608-588-7401
Fax: 608-588-7085
American Players Theatre
5950 Golf Course Road
P.O. Box 819
Spring Green, WI 53588
(Map)
Box Office: 608-588-2361
Administration: 608-588-7401
Fax: 608-588-7085
Join APT Education for one-day educational explorations designed to inspire and ignite creativity for learners of all ages. Returning in 2026, our Summer Studio presents three workshop days led by an ensemble of remarkable teaching artists, topic experts and arts leaders as we get ready to embark on a journey through the world of the plays.
Enrollment opens Monday, March 16, 2026.
Purchase here beginning March 16.
It's time to escape to the woods with Rosalind, Celia, Orlando and Touchstone! Summer Studio: All The World's a Stage is a high-energy, immersive exploration of William Shakespeare's beloved comedy As You Like It designed for students entering 5th-8th grade. Students will participate in theater-based workshops, explore APT's campus and work with professional theater-makers before heading up the Hill for the big show that evening.
All Summer Studio: All the World's a Stage participants will receive a complimentary ticket to Friday, June 26's evening performance of As You Like It included in the cost of their session. Family members of All the World's a Stage participants can also receive up to four tickets to join their camper for the evening performance at 25% off (subject to availability).
Session Tuition: $134 (includes classes, activities, one ticket to As You Like It in the Hill Theatre and participant t-shirt).
Schedule and activities subject to change
| 10:00 AM | Introductions and Activities | |
| 11:00 AM | APT Scavenger Hunt | |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch Break | |
| 12:45 PM | Learning Shakespeare's Language Workshop | |
| 1:30 PM | Clowning with Touchstone Workshop | |
| 3:00 PM | Exploring As You Like It at APT (Crafts and Design Workshop) | |
| 4:00 PM | Write Your Own Sonnet Workshop | |
| 5:00 PM | Decorate the Woods of APT Art Project | |
| 6:00 PM | End of Day - See you at the show! |
Purchase here beginning March 16.
Summer Studio: Shakespeare for Teen Artists is a one-day intensive workshop created for young artists ages 14-18 looking to build their confidence in performing classical texts. Whether you've never read Shakespeare before or if you've already fallen head over heels for all the Bard's plays, this intensive is focused on empowering actors with tools and techniques to bring your full self to iconic characters.
APT actors, teaching artists and directors will lead students through educational activities centered on As You Like It in addition to an audition workshop with our artistic department. To close out the day, students will have the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion with professional artists about training, careers and the art of being an artist.
Perfect for students embarking on their college audition journey, this one-day-only experience is not to be missed!
All Summer Studio: Shakespeare for Teen Artists participants will receive a complimentary ticket to Friday, July 10's evening performance of As You Like It included in the cost of their session. Family members of participants can also receive up to four tickets to join their camper for the evening performance at 25% off (subject to availability).
Session Tuition: $134 (includes classes, activities, one ticket to As You Like It in the Hill Theatre and participant t-shirt).
Schedule and activities subject to change
| 10:00 AM | Introductions and Objectives | |
| 11:00 AM | APT Campus Scavenger Hunt | |
| 12:30 PM | Lunch Break | |
| 1:15 PM | Basics of the Bard - A Crash Course on Shakespeare | |
| 2:00 PM | Scene Study: As You Like It | |
| 4:00 PM | Auditioning with Classical Texts Workshop | |
| 5:00 PM | Professional Artists Q&A Session and Meet Up | |
| 6:00 PM | End of Day - See you at the show! |
Purchase here beginning March 16.
Turn an evening of Shakespeare into a full day feast! Join APT for an afternoon filled with behind the scenes content, conversation and immersive activities that will bring As You Like It to life like never before. A full crash course perfect for the Bard-obsessed or those who just want to learn more about putting a production together.
Enrollment open to participants aged 18 and up. No previous experience necessary!
All Summer Studio: Shakespeare Seminar participants will receive a complimentary ticket to Sunday, July 12's evening performance of As You Like It included in the cost of their session. Family and friends of participants can also receive up to four tickets to join them for the evening performance at 25% off (subject to availability).
Session Tuition: $134 (includes all classes, activities, Play Talk ticket and one ticket to As You Like It in the Hill Theatre).
Schedule and activities subject to change
| 12:00 PM | Welcome and Introductions | |
| 12:30 PM | Dramaturgy Presentation | |
| 1:30 PM | Shakespeare's Text Scene Study | |
| 2:30 PM | Compose Your Own Sonnet Activity | |
| 3:00 PM | From Page to Stage: Constructing As You Like It | |
| 4:00 PM | Play Talk: As You Like It | |
| 4:45 PM | End of Day - See you at the show! |
To sign yourself or your child up for a Summer Studio session, please select the chosen session and place it in your order, just like a play or event ticket. After you purchase the session, look for an email from the Summer Studio email account with follow-up information on further registration and a code for unlocking camper and family tickets to that evening's performance.
Sign-up opens Monday, March 16 at 7:00 AM on the APT website, or 10:00 AM if placing an order by phone with the Box Office.
Interested in learning more? Email [email protected] for more information.