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Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Austin Shakespeare

Austin Shakespeare presents 'An Enemy of the People' as a staged reading. With an exceptional cast that includes actors from Austin and Hollywood, the play delivers thought-provoking theatre, that touches on themes that resonate in the context of contemporary America: the moral dilemma between self-interest and the greater good.
Television Actor Mark Pellegrino Will Star In Austin Shakespeare's Staged Reading Of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

Austin Shakespeare will present a staged reading of Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People starring well-known television actor Mark Pellegrino at KMFA's Draylen Mason Studio Dec. 14 to 17.
Austin Shakespeare Announces Final Show Of The Season

Austin Shakespeare's season will culminate in a staged reading of George Bernard Shaw's Saint Joan at ZACH Theatre on Sunday, August 25, playing The Whisenhunt at ZACH with an intimate arena stage setting.
Photo Flash: Austin Shakespeare Stages THE SEAGULL

Austin Shakespeare brings Chekhov's revolutionary play, The Seagull, to the Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center from February 7 - 25, 2018. This is the first time the legendary Russian playwright's work will be performed by the professional (Actors' Equity) company.
Photo Flash: First Look at Young Shakespeare's AS YOU LIKE IT, Opening Tonight!

For its 9th season, Young Shakespeare, Austin Shakespeare's teen company, will transform Richard Garriott de Cayeux's outdoor Curtain Theater (7400 Coldwater Canyon Drive) into the Forest of Arden for a production of the romantic comedy As You Like It. Featuring auditioned actors performing Shakespeare's beautiful poetry, As You Like It will run Thursdays through Sundays at 8 pm, tonight, June 15, through June 25, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: Austin Shakespeare's Wolf Hall

Austin Shakespeare is kicking off the 2016-2017 season with a staged reading of Hilary Mantel's Wolf Hall (Part I only), running September 22 - 25, 2016 at the Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center for the Performing Arts. Mantel's best-selling novel, which was adapted for stage by Michael Poulton, is a thrilling reimagining of life under Henry VIII with an unlikely hero at the center, Thomas Cromwell, the son of a blacksmith who rose to become one of the most powerful men in England. After a sold-out Broadway run and rave reviews, Austin Shakespeare is thrilled to produce the Southwest premiere of Wolf Hall with a fully costumed staged reading directed by Artistic Director Ann Ciccolella.
The City of Austin and Austin Shakespeare Present Free Production Macbeth in Zilker Park

Now in its 32nd year of Free Shakespeare in Zilker Park, Austin Shakespeare brings a professional production of a modern, military Macbeth facing unusual witches and sword fights in camouflage. Audiences are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics on any Today through Sunday at 8 pm for the entire month of May for the production co-sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Austin and Austin Shakespeare Present Free Production Macbeth in Zilker Park

Now in its 32nd year of Free Shakespeare in Zilker Park, Austin Shakespeare brings a professional production of a modern, military Macbeth facing unusual witches and sword fights in camouflage. Audiences are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics on any Thursday through Sunday at 8 pm for the entire month of May for the production co-sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department.
The City of Austin and Austin Shakespeare Present Free Production Macbeth in Zilker Park

Now in its 32nd year of Free Shakespeare in Zilker Park, Austin Shakespeare brings a professional production of a modern, military Macbeth facing unusual witches and sword fights in camouflage. Audiences are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics on any Thursday through Sunday at 8 pm for the entire month of May for the production co-sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department.
Austin Shakespeare to Stage MACBETH in Zilker Park

Now in its 32nd year of Free Shakespeare in Zilker Park, Austin Shakespeare      brings a professional production of a modern, military Macbeth facing unusual witches and sword fights in camouflage. Audiences are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics on any Thursday through Sunday at 8 pm for the entire month of May for the production co-sponsored by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Dept.
Franchelle Dorn to Lead Austin Shakespeare's MEDEA at the Long Center

Based upon the Greek legend, after betraying her family to get the Golden Fleece for the hero, Jason, he brings Medea and their sons to Corinth where he unexpectedly decides to marry the princess. Faced with the ultimate betrayal, Medea exacts her revenge.
Austin Shakespeare Presents Euripides' MEDEA, Feb. 17 - March 6 at the Long Center

The Greek tragedy Medea by the irreverent Euripides slashes across the stage with the revenge of a woman scorned, starring nationally-acclaimed classical actress, Franchelle Stewart Dorn in the title role. The production runs at the Long Center for the Performing Arts (701 W. Riverside Drive), February 17-March 6, 2016 and is presented by Austin Shakespeare.
Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Austin Awards

It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!
Time is Ticking to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Austin Awards

Time is ticking on your last chance to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 19th. Voting closes at the end of the year!
Final Two Weeks of Voting for the BroadwayWorld Austin Awards - Susan Branch Towne Leads!

Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
Unwrap the Latest Voting Update for the BroadwayWorld Austin Awards - THE KING AND I Leads!

Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.
2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Awards Update 11/25 - THE KING AND I Nudges Out ANYTHING GOES!

Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Austin Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 25th.
Nominees Announced for 1st Annual Central Texas Excellence in Theatre Awards; Announcement Set for 5/2

After months of thought, debate and conversation, the staff and writers of Austin Entertainment Weekly with much assistance from Broadway World Austin's Editor Jeff Davis, have announced a new award system for the Central Texas Theatre Community.
BWW Reviews: BELLE OF AMHERST Offers a Stunning Portrait of Emily Dickinson

Any production of The Belle of Amherst certainly has its share of hurdles to overcome, and Austin Shakespeare's production tackles the issues head on. This isn't a one woman show or even a show about Emily Dickinson. It's an experience, and an incredible one at that.
Austin Shakespeare Presents THE BELLE OF AMHERST Now thru 11/24 at the Long Center

Austin Shakespeare presents William Luce's The Belle of Amherst, a one-woman show featuring Helen Merino tonight, November 14-24th at the Rollins Studio Theatre of the Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 West Riverside Drive, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 3:00 pm.

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