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BWW Review: Giles Davies Brings Local Theater Back to Life in Jobsite's FRANKENSTEIN: THE MODERN PROMETHEUS at the Jaeb

by Peter Nason — October 31, 2020

I needed this; we needed this; and if you are reading this, I know that you need this right now too.

Orlando Shakes To Present A Family-friendly, Holiday Comedy THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGE

by A.A. Cristi — October 28, 2020

A hilarious, holiday treat, The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge by Mark Brown, is the cheeky sequel to a beloved Christmas classic.

Orlando Shakes in Partnership with UCF Presents POE: DEEP INTO THAT DARKNESS PEERING

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 15, 2020

This deliciously dark and compelling drama, Mark Rector and Mark Brown's Poe: Deep Into That Darkness Peering, is about one of America's most haunting poets, Edgar Allan Poe.

Orlando Shakes in Partnership with UCF Continues Their Commitment to the Black Lives Matter Movement

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 26, 2020

Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF releases a new statement, continuing their commitment to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Orlando Shakes Goes Virtual for the Remainder of 2020

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 17, 2020

In light of recent developments of the global pandemic, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF has made the decision to go virtual for the remainder of the 2020 calendar year in order to best protect the health and safety of the theater's patrons, artists, and staff.

Florida Theaters Fear Disney World Drama Will Effect Future Talent Pool

by Nicole Rosky — July 15, 2020

Walt Disney World is now fully open, with two of its parks (Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom) having opened their gates over the weekend, and two more (Epcot and Hollywood Studios) opening today, July 15.

Orlando Shakes and UCF Present VIRTUAL SHAKESBEER: HAMLET EDITION

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 10, 2020

Virtual ShakesBeer: Hamlet Edition is a free Facebook Live event produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, directed by Mark Routhier, and adapted by the cast.

Stream Orlando Shakes Productions On Demand

by Stephi Wild — June 3, 2020

Even during a time when patrons can't gather at the theater, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF is offering a chance to satiate the palettes of those thirsty for arts and culture.

Orlando Shakes Presents VIRTUAL SHAKESBEER: HAMLET EDITION 

by A.A. Cristi — May 27, 2020

Virtual ShakesBeer: Hamlet Edition is a free Facebook Live event produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF and written and directed by Mark Routhier.

Orlando Shakes Now Offering Adult Master Classes

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 21, 2020

Acting master classes for adult performers now offered by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's professional teaching artists.

Orlando Shakes Offering Free Classes For Adults

by A.A. Cristi — April 17, 2020

As school, work and social interactions go online, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF announces a series of free online classes for adults.

VIDEO: Orlando Shakes Celebrates Past Productions With Social Media Throwbacks

by A.A. Cristi — April 13, 2020

Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's building may be closed but that hasn't stopped its creative reinvention of how the show must go on.

Orlando Shakes Goes Dark March 16 Through March 31

by Stephi Wild — March 14, 2020

Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF will suspend performances March 16 - March 31, 2020.

BWW Review: HENRY IV, PART 1 Sets 'Fire' to the 'Reign' at Orlando Shakes

by Albert Gutierrez — March 2, 2020

A few weeks back, I attended the opening night of The Three Musketeers at Orlando Shakes.

HENRY IV, PART 1 Comes to Orlando Shakes

by Stephi Wild — February 21, 2020

Shakespeare's epic Fire and Reign series continues with a dynamic production of Henry IV, Part 1, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF.

Orlando Shakes Announces 32nd Season

by Stephi Wild — February 14, 2020

From the theater's greatest endeavor, staging Shakespeare's turbulent epic, to a comedic, sci-fi musical, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF is offering a diverse array of classic, contemporary, and children's plays for their 2020-2021 Season.

BWW Review: Orlando Shakes Draws Swords and Laughs with THE THREE MUSKETEERS

by Albert Gutierrez — February 9, 2020

Ask anyone to describe the Three Musketeers, and you'll get the usual answers: three heroes, bound together in brotherhood, inseparable in the most dire circumstances.

Photo Flash: First Look At Orlando Shakes' HENRY IV, PART II

by A.A. Cristi — January 28, 2020

Go on a Daring Adventure with THE THREE MUSKETEERS at Orlando Shakes

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 20, 2020

Swashbuckling sword fights and romance lie at the center of this thrilling take on Alexandre Dumas' The Three Musketeers by Catherine Bush, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, runs from February 5 - March 22, 2020.

Rebellion Clashes With A Chance At Redemption In HENRY IV, PART 1 At Orlando Shakes

by A.A. Cristi — January 6, 2020

Shakespeare's epic Fire and Reign series continues with a dynamic production of Henry IV, Part 1, produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF.