The Hamlet Session

based on William Shakespeare's "Hamlet"

The Hamlet Session is an exciting synthesis of analysis and performance that has the primary goal of aiding learners in their leaving cert examination.  Brought to you by Cyclone Repertory Company who have staged Romeo and Juliet (Fantastic! A great, fresh look at Romeo and Juliet - RTE) and The Merchant of Venice (2008 Theatre Arts Highlight – Examiner). The Hamlet Sessions is a 90 minute performance with discussion comprised of an entertaining scholarly review intertwined with intelligent and dynamic performances which track the plot of Hamlet from the beginning to the finale.

Review Quotes

“****”: Aimed at school audiences with the use of voice-overs, whiteboards, a question and answer session, as well as the performance, all distilled into 90 minutes.  It is well edited and presented in an accessible style, giving the young audience plenty to think about.” - Irish Examiner

“One of the best productions I’ve ever, ever seen.  Very authentic.  I feel that  it was new, fresh, unique and a most pleasant experience.” Teacher of County Kerry School

"Excellent, thought provoking.  Students responded very well.  Wound be interested to hear about any more of your productions."  - Teacher of Cork City School

“Gripping!  Even the ‘mini-lectures’ didn’t break the rhythm, but emphasised important points.” - Teacher of County Cork School

“Very Entertaining, student orientated, focused on all important issues and kept the attention of 100 students.  Well done!” - Teacher of County Cork School

“An Excellent production, engaging throughout, one of the best performances I’ve seen to date.” - Teacher of Cork County School