As You Like It at Touhy Park

AS YOU LIKE IT is a vibrant Shakespearean comedy that wittily explores love and gender roles. Banished from court by her uncle, Rosalind escapes to the Forest of Arden, where she disguises herself as man in order to win over her lover by trying to convince him he should forget her. The play examines various types of love—from passionate to superficial to mature—offering a nuanced look at romantic relationships and human connection and playfully exploring the fluidity of gender roles. Audiences are encouraged to come early and bring a picnic to enjoy this free programming. Seating is first-come, first-served, and audience members can bring their own blankets or chairs.

Free Reservations are encouraged but not required. Those with reservations will be contacted in the event of weather cancellations or other last-minute updates. Reservations will be available through the Midsommer Flight website at www.midsommerflight.com beginning on June 1. Show information on website at www.midsommerflight.com, including detailed schedule and info about directions and parking at each park.

Performed in six different Chicago Park District parks

· June 26, 27, 28 at Chicago Women's Park and Garden, 1801 S. Indiana Avenue, 60616

· July 2, 3, 5 at Gross (Theodore) Park, 2708 W Lawrence Avenue, 60625

· July 10, 11, 12 at Nichols Park, 1355 E 53rd Street, 60615

· July 17, 18, 19 at Kelvyn Park, 4438 W Wrightwood, 60639

· July 24, 25, 26 at Winnemac Park, 5100 N Leavitt, 60625

· July 31, August 1, 2 at Touhy Park, 7348 N Paulina Avenue, 60626