Learning Guide: The Island Find resources for educators to prepare for, and debrief, the production of THE ISLAND with students.
Post-Show Discussion Activity In this round robin discussion, students choose questions about THE ISLAND that are most interesting to them to discuss in small groups.
Pre-Show Chalk Talk Activity This Chalk Talk will guide students as they consider themes and ideas explored in THE ISLAND.
Student Vocabulary Activities: Colonialism To prepare for THE ISLAND, check out these two vocabulary activities around the word “colonialism.”
Historical Background, Dramaturgy, and Design Take a look at these texts and resources to explore the history behind THE ISLAND, its dramaturgy, and the design of Court Theatre’s production.
ANTIGONE: History and Summary In THE ISLAND, John and Winston are rehearsing a 2-man version of ANTIGONE. Check out this background on Sophocles's classic play!
Synopsis, Characters, and ANTIGONE Read a brief synopsis of THE ISLAND, the play’s characters, and a summary of ANTIGONE — the play John and Winston are rehearsing in THE ISLAND.
What is Devised Theatre? THE ISLAND has its origins in devised theatre - but what is it? How did it influence the creation of this play?
A Brief History of Robben Island Learn about Robben Island, the place from where THE ISLAND gets its title.
In Conversation: Director/Associate Artistic Director Gabrielle Randle-Bent Associate Director of Marketing Camille Oswald sat down with Director and Court’s new Associate Artistic Director Gabrielle Randle-Bent to learn about her approach to THE ISLAND.
