Interpretation of Literature

How we teach | How students grow

Education is at the heart of the ISD Interp experience. Campers learn the art of interpretation, discover new skills, and take them back to their teams where they can replicate the process.

Our experienced faculty guide students through the task of choosing an appropriate piece of literature, known as a “cutting,” that suits their interests, competition region, and skill level. Students learn how to analyze a script to determine the story and message they want to tell. Our work sessions help students explore a variety of techniques to develop believable characters who are true to their story.

At ISD, we never shortcut the learning experience by handing a camper a cutting that “worked for another student.” We will never tell a student they have to do “this piece” if they want to be successful, and we will never cut the piece for the student.

Interpretation of Literature at ISD: Online

Our interp staff will work diligently to maintain the same instruction and goal achievement that we would provide if you were at one of our in-person locations. We want each student to have a genuine camp experience that will jumpstart your competitive season. Our daily schedule will include a daily lecture series that covers the scope of finding a script, cutting the script, creating characters, blocking the piece, and fine tuning the performance for competition.