The Shakespeare Ensemble at MIT, henceforth the Ensemble. To provide opportunities for members to work in all aspects of design and production. To focus primarily on the works of William Shakespeare in exploring the above, though without being limited to Shakespearean drama. Membership Membership is open to all MIT students. A member may remain a member for one year following her or his graduation.
Membership is graduated into three levels and at each level a member's responsibilities change.
Prior to entering the apprenticeship, a prospective member shall be interviewed by the consulting director or at least two full members. Apprentices shall attend a weekly class taught by the Consulting Director. The content of this class shall be determined by the Consulting Director. Apprentices shall be involved in set and costume construction, box office sales, and other aspects of production as determined by the Membership in conjunction with the Consulting Director. Membership is provisional for one semester after the completion of the apprenticeship or until the completion of the aforementioned course requirement, whichever is later.