DRUNK SHAKESPEARE CHICAGO Reopening August 6

Creators Scott Griffin and David Hudson announced that the Chicago production of the "smashed" hit comedy, Drunk Shakespeare, will reopen at The Lion Theatre (located at 182 N. Wabash Ave in The Loop) on Friday, August 6th, 2021 for an open-ended run.

Directed by Hudson, Associate Director Lisa Klages and Resident Director, Kathleen Coombs, Drunk Shakespeare, a New York Times Critics' Pick, begins with one actor drinking five shots of liquor before attempting to lead the cast through a Shakespeare play in under 90 minutes. The show is performed at The Lion Theatre, a library speak-easy hidden behind an assuming downtown storefront. The Lion Theatre was custom-built in 2019 and has 10,000 real books and craft cocktails served throughout the evening.

The Drunk Shakespeare Society has been meeting, drinking and performing Shakespeare for over a thousand nights ... and over a thousand liters of liquor. This talented troupe of rotating members loves sharing the epic poetry of William Shakespeare, but you don't need to know a lick of it to enjoy yourself. Pop culture references, improvisation, audience games, a wealth of surprises and liberal departures from the text (with outrageous consequences) make this accessible for anyone who likes a drink. Every night is different and truly anything can happen.

The show will reopen with a limited schedule of Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM. The company's comprehensive COVID protocol is available at DrunkShakespeare.com. Only ages 21+ are admitted. Tickets are $39 for balcony seating, $59 for mezzanine seating, and $79 for stage-side seats which get you closer to the action.

A single luxury experience is available for $500 which allows you to be Queen or King of the evening, including a throne and crown for two, a bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne, caviar, hand-crafted chocolates, and most importantly, decision-making powers during the show... If nobody reserves the Royal treatment beforehand, it is auctioned off to the highest bidder at the start of the evening.

Drunk Shakespeare is produced by Scott Griffin of Brass Jar Productions. Michael Amendola is Assistant Producer, Lisa Klages is Associate Artistic Director and Kathleen Coombs is Resident Director and General Manager. For more information on tickets visit DrunkShakespeare.com.