Jim Helsinger

Review: HENRY VI, PART III: THE RISE OF RICHARD at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Apr 11, 2026

Orlando Shakes’ 'Bare Bard' production of Henry VI Part III is a high-stakes, dangerous, and riveting 'palette cleanser' for the theatre purist. Its scrappy, sophisticated storytelling proves all you need is a script and some 'Bare Bard' brilliance.

Tickets Now On Sale For Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Summer Theatre Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has opened single-ticket sales for its 2026 Summer Theatre Series, themed 'Legends and Legacy,' in celebration of its 35th anniversary.

Review: ROMEO & JULIET at Orlando Shakes
by Benoit Teves - Feb 1, 2026

In a production that marries 16th-century gravitas with 21st-century urgency, Director Monica Long Tamborello finds a delicate balance between Act I’s playful hope and Act II’s harrowing descent, reminding us that while the feud is ancient, the loss of innocence remains a devastatingly contemporary price to pay.

Interview: Nadia Ra'Shaun And Brendan O'Leary are Orlando Shakes' ROMEO & JULIET
by Benoit Teves - Jan 31, 2026

Brendan O'Leary (Romeo) and Nadia Ra'Shaun (Juliet) pull back the curtain on the 'young energy' and intense preparation behind their title roles in Shakespeare's most famous tragedy. From the technicalities of 'Juliet Boot Camp' and the secret musicality of Shakespearean vowels to the high-stakes anxiety of playing dead for 16 minutes while school groups watch for a flinch, the duo explores how they keep a 400-year-old story feeling urgent and real.

ANNA IN THE TROPICS to Kick Off Orlando Shakes 37th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

Orlando Shakes will present Anna in the Tropics, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Cuban-American playwright Nilo Cruz. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

'Jim Helsinger 30th Anniversary Celebration Day' Honors Three Decades of Leadership at Orlando Shakes
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025

In a special citywide proclamation, the City of Orlando has officially declared June 2, 2025, as “Jim Helsinger 30th Anniversary Celebration Day”, honoring Orlando Shakes’ Artistic Director for three decades of visionary leadership and artistic excellence.

FAT HAM, ROMEO & JULIET And More Announced for Orlando Shakes 37th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025

Orlando Shakes' has announced titles for its 2025-2026 season including, two Pulitzer Prize-winning plays, a popular annual holiday tradition, and Shakespeare's most famous love story.

Orlando Shakes Welcomes Cheryl Collins As New Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2025

Cheryl Collins has been named Executive Director of Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, Board President A. Noni Holmes-Kidd. She has been serving as Orlando Shakes' Executive Consultant since this past December. 

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Comes to Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2024

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival will present Shakespeare’s fan favorite comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor. Directed by Matt Pfeiffer, the production runs June 26 to July 7 on the Main Stage at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of DeSales University.

WELCOME TO MATTESON Rolling World Premiere & More Set for Orlando Shakes 36th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024

Orlando Shakes has unveiled its 2024-25 Season featuring a rolling world premiere, and much more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Orlando Shakes Appoints Larry Mabrey as New Managing Director
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 6, 2023

Orlando Shakes announces the appointment of Larry Mabrey as its new Managing Director. Mabrey joins the team after serving as the managing director of Santa Cruz Shakespeare.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Captures The Magic Of William Shakespeare's THE TEMPEST
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival (PSF) presents William Shakespeare's magical masterpiece The Tempest. Directed by Jason King Jones, the Festival's newly appointed Artistic Director, and starring Broadway veteran Robert Cuccioli, the production previews July 12 and 13, opens Friday, July 14 and runs through August 6 on the Main Stage at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at DeSales University in Center Valley, PA.

THE TEMPEST is Now Playing at Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival (PSF) presents William Shakespeare's magical masterpiece The Tempest. Directed by Jason King Jones, the Festival's newly appointed Artistic Director, and starring Broadway veteran Robert Cuccioli, the production previewed July 12 and 13, opens Friday, July 14 and runs through August 6 on the Main Stage at the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at DeSales University in Center Valley, PA.

Orlando Shakes Reveals Leadership Change
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023

The Orlando Shakespeare Theater in partnership with UCF is announcing the search for a new managing director. Current Managing Director Douglas Love-Ramos is leaving the company on Wednesday, July 5.

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, COMEDY OF ERRORS & More Set for Orlando Shakes 35th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2023

Featuring a year-long celebration, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF has announced its upcoming productions for the 2023-24 season – its 35th in Central Florida.

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 31, 2023

The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards, honoring the best in regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; Asolo Rep Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards; Little Radicals Theatrics Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Orlando Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards; at Rise Above Performing Arts Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Sarasota Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.