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Campus Review
October 22, 2012
Clayton State Theatre Holding the Macbeth Challenge
Arts Page
The Clayton State Theatre Program’s fall
production of Macbeth is quickly
approaching and we wanted you, the stu-
dents, to be a part of this. So we’re hold-
ing a contest to see who can think outside
the box when it comes to Macbeth. We’re
looking for your best sonnet, monologue
and/or video based off of the themes of
Macbeth including, but not limited to
“power, lust, betrayal, and of course, mur-
der.” So, sharpen your creative skills and
have fun!
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Prizes will be awarded in three categories
(students may submit in more than one
category): Sonnet, Monologue, Video
• All submissions must be in Times New
Roman 12pt font, double-spaced.
• All pieces must be titled
The SONNET
Have a go at a Macbeth-themed sonnet.
As a guideline for basic form, consider
that sonnets are typically fourteen lines in
length with a clear rhyme scheme (usual-
ly Petrarchean or Shakespearean) and
there is often a kind of thematic division
between the first eight lines (the octet)
and the final six (the sestet). Here's a
chance to have a little fun with literary
history using a fabulous form. (There are
examples online)
The MONOLOGUE
must be 200-400 words.
The VIDEO
must be one to three minutes.
CONTENT:
Your piece must be inspired by characters,
themes or scenes in Shakespeare’s tragedy
Macbeth. Your piece need not be written
in ‘Shakespeare speak’.
We encourage modern interpretations of
the themes and characters from the play.
Free copies of the play can be easily
accessed on line.
COVER LETTER:
Each submission must be accompanied by
a cover letter with the student’s name and
Laker ID and a short discussion of the
piece submitted. It must explain the spe-
cific connection to the play (EXAMPLE:
if you wrote a monologue about a kid in
seventh grade, but used the theme of
betrayal from the play, we would want to
know that so we could see how it connect-
ed to the original play.) We’d also like to
know how the play inspired your piece.
WINNERS and PRIZES:
Prizes can include tickets to shows, food
coupons, etc. One winner will be chosen
from each category. Prizes will be pre-
sented on three nights (one winner each
night) during the run of Macbeth and the
winner’s piece will be read or shown after
the show that evening.
IMPORTANT DATES:
• All submissions must be turned in to
A&S G110 on Friday, Oct. 26.
• A box by the desk of Deborah Carey will
be provided. Submission period ends at 5
p.m., on Oct. 26.
• A panel of judges will decide the winner
in each category
• Prizes will be awarded after the show on
three nights (dates to be determined)
• Macbeth runs Nov. 8, 9, 10 and 15, 16
Diagnosed with lupus at the young age of
17, Gresham has battled the disease and
its effects for almost half her life. She has
been on dialysis since last January, alter-
nating her time between the classroom
and the hospital
"She's extremely bright, she's extremely
driven to do what she wants to do, and she
has a zest for life that is unbelievable,”
says Stein, who at age 29 is actually
younger than her student. "I at least want-
ed to give her that hope that someone out
there is trying, and I hope other people
will try as well."
If there is any justice, in addition to that
found in Stein’s classroom, they will.
about having well-educated professors
from various backgrounds.
“Since I’ve been at the University, there
has been one professor who has sparked
my desire to want to learn more and do
better. His name is Assistant Professor of
Mathematics Dr. Elliot Krop, and he has
really inspired me to push myself beyond
what I can see, through his actions and
teaching,” says Reaves
Reaves has faced some challenges, main-
ly time management.
“My biggest challenge has been time
management,” he says. “There are a lot of
things going on. It’s important to manage
my time wisely so that I can be successful.
Time management is essential for success.
“Clayton State is making my dreams a
reality by offering courses that are needed
for my major. The University also has
several organizations that encourage my
involvement.”
After Reaves completes his undergraduate
program he would like to go to medical
school to become an ER physician.
Gresham, cont’d. from p. 1
Reaves, cont’d. from p. 3