Shakespeare Midsummer Stage Returns for Second Summer

Registration Now Open for Youth Workshop at OCC

OXFORD, MD – March 2, 2026 – Tred Avon Players (TAP) and the Oxford Community Center (OCC) are excited to announce the return of Shakespeare Midsummer Stage, an immersive youth theater workshop for students entering grades 5–12.

The workshop runs July 27–31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily at OCC, culminating in a free evening performance on Friday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m. (5:30 p.m. call time).

Led by veteran actor, director, and educator David Cherry, the program introduces Shakespeare through games, voice and movement exercises, and scene study. Students build confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills while exploring the fun and accessibility of Shakespeare’s language.

Last summer, students performed scenes from Hamlet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Much Ado About Nothing, delighting family and friends. Students cited performing scenes as their favorite part of the workshop, and parents and grandparents praised the program for helping participants gain confidence and stage presence in a short amount of time.

“We were inspired by the growth and enthusiasm we saw in just one week,” said Cherry. “Students embraced the language and discovered that Shakespeare can be exciting and accessible. We’re excited to build on that momentum this year.””

“Shakespeare Midsummer Stage gives young actors a chance to discover their voices, explore their creativity, and grow both on stage and off,” said Alison Lynch, President of Tred Avon Players. “We love seeing students gain confidence while connecting with their peers through the magic of theater.”

The workshop fee is $250 per student, which includes a t-shirt. Sign up early, space is limited. Registration closes June 1, 2026.

Register here: https://forms.gle/JJWNNfRmcZZEQ1nFALearn more about the program: https://www.tredavonplayers.org/youth-workshop-2

For more information about upcoming youth programs, scholarships, and theatrical productions, visit www.tredavonplayers.org or www.oxfordcc.org.