Orlando Shakespeare Theater Celebrates 'Christmas In July', Now thru 7/27

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF cools down this summer with "Christmas in July". During the three-day promotion, running today, July 25, 26, and 27, the Theater will offer $25 tickets for all seats to its three Signature Series shows this fall. Discounted tickets can be purchased by calling (407) 447-1700, visiting Orlando Shakes online at http://www.orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando's Loch Haven Cultural Park.

Orlando Shakes' "Christmas in July" promotion celebrates the Theater's 25th Anniversary Season by gifting patrons with $25 tickets for any seats during applicable performances. Regularly priced tickets to Signature Series performances range from $20-$40 depending on the seats selected. Orlando Shakes' fall Signature Series offerings include the Shakespearean comedy, The Taming of the Shrew (Sept. 11-Oct. 6); the gothic thriller, Dracula: The Journal of Jonathan Harker (Oct. 9-Nov. 10); and the holiday classic, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play (Dec. 4-29).

"Christmas in July" ticket purchases must be made July 25-27, with the Box Office open each day between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. No exchanges and no refunds; not applicable for previously purchased tickets. Offer valid for The Taming of the Shrew, Dracula, and It's a Wonderful Life only. Tickets to all shows during Orlando Shakes' 2013-14 Season are also available at this time.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, and by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Arts Council.

WEBSITE

Please visit http://www.orlandoshakes.org/pr for recent press releases, more information about the shows, and upcoming special events. Please contact Melissa Landy, Public Relations Coordinator at (407) 447-1700 ext. 250 or melissal@orlandoshakes.org for further details or to arrange for individual interviews.

ARTWORK CREDIT

"Christmas in July" artwork by Landon St. Gordon

ABOUT ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER

Now celebrating its 25th Anniversary Season, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF has grown into one of the region's most acclaimed Equity theaters producing classic, contemporary, and children's plays. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director PJ Albert, Orlando Shakespeare Theater continues to provide an innovative world-class theatrical experience to its patrons, while showcasing William Shakespeare's legacy as the cornerstone of the company. Through Harriett's New Play Series, Orlando Shakespeare Theater has garnered national recognition for the development of over 100 new works within the past 10 years. Orlando Shakes also provides immersive educational programming serving Central Florida schools and the local community at large.

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