The presence of Shakespeare
October 3-7 | Starting at $500"Each line in Shakespeare is an atom; the energy that can be released is infinite — if we can split it open."
— Peter Brook
A One-Day Practical Workshop for Actors & Lovers of the Spoken Word
Sunday 19th April 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
At Colet House, London W14 9DA
With John Osborne Hughes and Philip Marvin
*Space at Colet House is limited to ensure an intimate environment for deep, practical work. We recommend booking early to secure your place.
What You Will Discover:
Splitting the Atom: How to release the infinite energetic potential hidden within a single line.
The Power of Sound: Learning "to hear with eyes" in the moment and discovering the emotional power of rhythm, repetition, subtle rhyme, and wordplay to communicate another dimension of meaning.
Hidden Dimensions: Discovering and exploring four layers of interpretation and meaning that deepen penetration of any text—from the literal to the profoundly spiritual.
Active Embodiment: Applying the principles of The Spiritual Psychology of Acting to classical text to create a grounded, truthful, and magnetic presence.
Unlock the Infinite Energy of the Text
"We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep"
— The Tempest (Act 4, Scene 1)
Most actors approach Shakespeare as a challenge to be conquered or a code to be cracked. But what if the text isn’t something to ‘perform’, but a vehicle for self-discovery and heightened awareness?
Join multi-award-winning director John Osborne Hughes and renowned Shakespeare teacher Philip Marvin for an inspiring and refreshing one-day workshop. Together, we move beyond standard intellectual analysis to explore the hidden depths, spiritual layers, and transformational power of Shakespeare’s sublime poetry and prose.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.