VAGABOND SHAKESPEARE
ON TOUR
VAGABOND SHAKESPEARE
presents
GOODNIGHT SWEET PRINCE
A Solo Performance of HAMLET by William Shakespeare
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“Every aspect of the show was absolutely phenomenal.”
— Audience Review
THE SHOW
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Goodnight Sweet Prince: A Solo Performance of Hamlet brings Shakespeare’s masterpiece to life in a condensed and fully embodied format. The show becomes an imaginative collaboration between actor and audience as characters come to life with minimalist staging & design elements. The show highlights themes of grief, the consequences of action & inaction, madness, betrayal, existential questioning, and revenge. Accompanied by optional Q&A discussions or educational workshops, this experience provides an opportunity to engage with the text, analyze its themes, and explore its relevance to modern life.
Classroom Study-Guide available upon request.
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Length: 75 minutes
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Accessible & Engaging: This one-man performance makes Shakespeare more accessible to those who may feel intimidated by a traditional production.
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Flexible & Personalized: The performance can be easily adapted to fit any schedule, and workshops tailored to any skill level from beginner to advanced.
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864-436-6473​​​
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THE REVIEWS
“It was absolutely incredible! Far exceeded my expectations! Non-stop engaged!”
“Seriously, it was perfect. It was entertaining, easy to follow, and the pacing did not lull once.”
“Loved the interactive aspect! Simple but powerful use of props & tech, and VERY clear language.”
“FUN. Finding the humor—and then sudden moments of deep, genuine pathos.”
“This adaptation conveyed the story at a brisk but manageable pace. The acting, technical choices, and framing held me at rapt attention. I felt I better understood Hamlet after watching this show.”
“I brought my 11-year-old. It was a terrific first live Shakespeare theater experience. I thought the length was great and it was comical enough to engage a tween!”
“Even though there was only one actor, I felt as if I were watching several actors at the same time.”
“The use of humor was brilliant. I loved the specificity of choices that delineated character shifts. The transition from Hamlet dying into Horatio blew me away. I'm still not quite sure how it was done—one moment I was seeing Hamlet's dying body and the next I was looking down on it with Horatio. It was almost cinematic in its smoothness.”
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THE WORKSHOPS
In addition to the show we offer a selection of workshops designed to develop skills for performance, character development, and textual analysis. Each workshop includes activities and/or group discussions tailored to anywhere between 45-90 minutes, and can be programed for before or after the performance of Goodnight Sweet Prince.
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Workshop Topics
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1. Arguing with Poetry:
Heightened Language, Rhythm, Logic, & Structure
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2. Hamlet—What’s All the Fuss?:
Character Psychology, Motivations, and Actions
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3. Shakespeare in Action:
Acting, Voice, Movement, & Character Development
Outcomes:
- Gain a deeper appreciation for Shakespeare’s works & language.
- Develop critical thinking skills in analysis of characters & themes.
- Improve communication skills in classical text and performance.
- Connect classical text to contemporary life & experience.
- Engage in discussions encouraging empathy, cultural awareness, and ethical reasoning.
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BOOKING INFORMATION
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We're currently booking performances & workshops for 2026!
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To book or learn more, please contact us at:
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Email:​
vagabondshakespeare@gmail.com​
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Phone:​
864-436-6473​​​
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We look forward to partnering with you
to create an unforgettable experience!
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