Week 1: Session 1: Read-through and initial blocking for

scenes 1-3
Session 2: Blocking for scenes 4-6
Session 3: Blocking for scenes 7-9
Session 4: Blocking for scenes 10-12
Session 5: Character development and scene
work for scenes 1-3
Session 6: Character development and scene
work for scenes 4-6
Session 7: Character development and scene
work for scenes 7-9
Session 8: Character development and scene
work for scenes 10-12
Week 2: Session 1: Scene work for scenes 13-15, focusing
on character motivations and relationships.
Session 2: Scene work for scenes 16-17,
exploring thematic elements and subtext.
Session 3: Scene work for scenes 18-19,
addressing pacing and emotional arcs.
Session 4: Character development session,
where actors delve deeper into their characters'
backgrounds and motivations.
Session 5-8: Continuation of scene work, with
emphasis on incorporating feedback and
refining performances.
Week 3: Session 1: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 13-15.
Session 2: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 16-17.
Session 3: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 18-19.
Session 4: Context exploration - Discuss the
social and political context of the play, and how
it informs character actions and dialogue.
Session 5: Research and problem-solving -
Address any logistical challenges or technical
issues encountered during blocking.
Session 6: Planning and production - Discuss
upcoming rehearsal goals and allocate
resources as needed.
Session 7-8: Scene work and character
development, with a focus on integrating
contextual understanding into performances.
Week 4: Session 1: Scene work for scenes 13-15, focusing
on transitions and continuity.
Session 2: Scene work for scenes 16-17,
emphasizing ensemble dynamics and group
scenes.
 Session 3: Scene work for scenes 18-19, fine-
tuning emotional beats and dramatic tension.
Session 4: Practical skills workshop - Address
any technical skills required for specific scenes
(e.g., musical instruments, stage combat).
Session 5: Research and problem-solving -
Resolve any lingering issues from previous
rehearsals.
Session 6: Evaluation and reflection - Actors
share insights and observations from their
character work, discussing progress and
challenges.
Session 7-8: Continuation of scene work, with
actors actively applying feedback and making
adjustments.
Week 5: Session 1: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 13-15, focusing on spatial relationships
and stage geography.
Session 2: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 16-17, ensuring clarity of movement and
stage picture.
Session 3: Blocking review and adjustments for
scenes 18-19, addressing any logistical
challenges.
Session 4: Context exploration - Dive deeper
into the historical and cultural context of the
play, discussing relevant themes and motifs.
Session 5: Evaluation and reflection - Reflect on
the progress made thus far in rehearsals,
identifying strengths and areas for
improvement.
Session 6: Planning and production - Finalize
plans for upcoming weeks, ensuring alignment
with production goals and timelines.
Session 7-8: Intensive scene work, with a focus
on integrating research findings and contextual
understanding into performances.
Week 6: Session 1: Context exploration - Discuss the
historical and cultural context of the play, its
themes, and relevance to contemporary issues.
Session 2: Research and problem-solving -
Independently research specific historical events
or cultural references within the play, and
address any logistical challenges or technical
problems arising from the script.
Session 3: Planning and production - Develop a
detailed rehearsal schedule for the remainder of
the rehearsal period, considering time
management and resource allocation.
Session 4: Practical skills - Workshop specific
scenes or moments requiring specialized skills
 (e.g., fight choreography, dance sequences,
dialect coaching).
Session 5-8: Continuation of scene work and
character development.
Week 7-9: Session 1-3: Run-through of Act 1, focusing on
contextual clarity and effective communication
of complex concepts.
Session 4-6: Run-through of Act 2, emphasizing
problem-solving in executing transitions and
maintaining thematic coherence.
Session 7-8: Scene work and fine-tuning,
integrating research findings and evaluating
production progress against aims.
Week 10: Week 10: Session 1-3: Full run-through of the
play, emphasizing evaluation and reflection
through post-rehearsal discussions and note-
taking.
Session 4-5: Addressing notes from the full run-
through, implementing creative solutions to
identified issues.
Session 6-8: Intensive scene work for
problematic areas, focusing on effective
presentation and performance techniques.
Week 11: Session 1-3: Full run-through of the play with
attention to presentation and performance,
ensuring autonomy and personal style in
communication.
Session 4-5: Final adjustments based on
audience feedback from previews or informal
showings.
Session 6-8: Dress rehearsals, refining technical
elements and ensuring cohesive execution.
Week 12: Session 1-4: Final dress rehearsals with
costumes, makeup, and full technical elements,
with an emphasis on professional presentation.
Session 5-8: Previews or additional dress
rehearsals if necessary, addressing any last-
minute issues and ensuring readiness for
opening night.