Dates
July 5 to July 10, 2026
The Program
Step into Shakespeare’s world and learn how to bring his words to life onstage. Explore verse, language, and the art of connecting his timeless characters to a modern audience.
Level
High School; Beginners Encouraged
Tuition, Meals & Housing
Program Cost: $1,000
Program Deposit: $100
This pricing includes tuition, materials, meals, and housing. All housing and meals will take place here on Alfred University’s campus.
Discounts
We are pleased to offer a $100 discount off tuition for students whose primary residence is within a fifty-mile radius of Alfred, New York, as well as for children of Alfred University Alumni and returning students from any Pre-College Program at Alfred University. Please contact Pre-College Programs Coordinator Isaac Matson for details.
About the Instructor
Jonathan Ziese has been an Assistant Professor of Theatre for three fantastic years. Previously, he received his MFA in Acting from The New School for Drama and a double BA in Theatre and Asian Studies from St. Olaf College. Professionally, he has appeared in films, commercials, television, and (of course) on stage. Jonathan has previously taught at Arizona State University and with Maricopa County Community Colleges, and has been a proud member of SAG-AFTRA since 2016.