The Ensemble
The MIT Shakespeare Ensemble is a self-sustaining community dedicated to bringing the works of Shakespeare and other playwrights to life. We are a group of students and community members who are committed to forming an open and fun-loving team focused on learning the various aspects of theater. We share a common interest in the idea of the theater ensemble: a group of people who work together on a long-term basis to produce shows.
Everyone is welcome to come learn and explore with us, from first time techies to experienced actors. The Ensemble performs four mainstage shows every year during the fall term, IAP, the spring term, and the summer. Our term shows are usually Shakespearean plays directed by a hired professional director. The IAP and summer shows are usually student-directed, and we often branch out to other playwrights. We also perform Scene Nights (performances of short scenes from any play) and 24 Hour Shows (during which we write and rehearse a show all within 24 hours!) the year. Everything from acting to tech is entirely student-run, creating an excellent atmosphere in which to try your hand at new skills.