The Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival returns for its 2024 season, running from June 1 to August 31. Produced by the Independent Shakespeare Co., this cherished outdoor event has become a staple in Los Angeles, attracting thousands with its imaginative performances of classic plays. Known for fostering a diverse and vibrant community, the festival aims to make Shakespeare accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
Cast and Creative Team for Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival at Independent Shakespeare Co.
Creative Team
Bridget Stokes
Producer
Bridget Stokes
Director
Bridget Stokes
Board Member
Suzanne Prescott
Board Member
Dale Nelson
Board Member
Bridget Stokes
Co-Executive Producer
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Photo Flash: First Look at Independent Shakespeare Co's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
July 03, 2018 This summer spend a bewitching night with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the GRIFFITH PARK FREE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. Independent Shakespeare Co. celebrates the 15th anniversary season of free Shakespeare in Los Angeles City Parks. The Old Zoo will be transformed into an enchanted forest with an all-new production that envelops the audience with the action of the play. A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Independent Shakespeare Co.'s Artistic Director, Melissa Chalsma, will begin previews at THE GRIFFITH PARK FREE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL on Saturday, June 30 at 7pm and will open on Saturday, July 7 at 7:00pm and perform through Sunday, September 2 at the Old Zoo in Griffith Park
Independent Shakespeare Co. Presents First Show Of Griffith Park Free Shakespeare A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
May 24, 2018 This summer spend a bewitching night with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the GRIFFITH PARK FREE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. Independent Shakespeare Co. celebrates the 15thanniversary season of free Shakespeare in Los Angeles City Parks. The Old Zoo will be transformed into an enchanted forest with an all-new production that envelops the audience with the action of the play. A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, directed by Independent Shakespeare Co.'s Artistic Director, Melissa Chalsma,will begin previews at THE GRIFFITH PARK FREE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL on Saturday, June 30 at 7pm and will open on Saturday, July 7 at 7:00pm and perform through Sunday, September 2 at the Old Zoo in Griffith Park. All ISC Summer Shakespeare productions are FREE to the public! A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM is the first of two productions being presented at this year's GRIFFITH PARK FREE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL. TITUS ANDRONICUS will open July 28 and then the plays will run in repertory through September 2.About the Theatre
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