Do you ever struggle with finding action and intention in Shakespeare's language? Using short examples from Shakespeare plays, students will learn some tricks of the trade when it comes to cold reading Shakespeare scenes. They will be given tips on how to use rhetoric to make strong physical and vocal choices. By the end, their confidence with Shakespeare's language will increase and they will know how to approach the text with a sense of play and purpose. This workshop is designed for actors, directors, dramaturgs, and anyone who wants to dig into TEXT.