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Date of Death: April 23, 1616 (52)

Birth Place: Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, ENGLAND

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Classic Stage Company And Fiasco Theater Partner With TDF To Present Sensory Friendly Performance Of PERICLES
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024


Classic Stage Company and Fiasco Theater partner with TDF to present a sensory-friendly performance of PERICLES on March 10th.

Guthrie Theater To Present Shakespeare's RICHARD II, HENRY IV And HENRY V In Repertory
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024


Guthrie Theater will present a rotating repertory of Shakespeare's History Plays. Dive into the rich tapestry of historical dramas on stage.

Judith Light to be Honored With Lifetime Achievement Award at Shakespeare Theatre Company Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024


Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor Judith Light has joined Shakespeare Theatre Company's star-studded line-up and honorees to be celebrated at its annual Gala on April 15, 2024.

Video: Inside The Design Of Atlanta Opera's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024


How does Atlanta Opera bring the enchanted forest of A Midsummer Night’s Dream to life? In this all-new video watch how how tradition met innovation for this production.

New Interpretation of HAMLET Comes to The CENTER in Rhinebeck
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2024


Shakespeare's iconic tragedy Hamlet opens at The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck on Friday, March 8th, for a limited three-week engagement.

Brenda Huitzil Conjuntó Literatura Y Música En La Capilla Alfonsina
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024


Con un repertorio de piezas musicales que vinculan a literatura y la música, la soprano Brenda Huitzil ofreció un concierto en la Capilla Alfonsina, de la Coordinación Nacional de Literatura (CNL) del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Ares y Literatura (Inbal), en colaboración con la Fundación CIM DARA.

San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance Performs MASQUERADE DE SEMBLANCE in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2024


San Francisco State School of Theatre and Dance will present Masquerade de Semblance in April. Masquerade de Semblance is a performance showcasing physical characterization through the art of wearing masks.

Video: & JULIET Surprises Drew Barrymore On Special Birthday Edition Of THE DREW BARRYMORE SHOW
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024


Watch the cast of & JULIET surprise Drew Barrymore on her birthday during a special episode of The Drew Barrymore Show!

Quintessence Theatre to Present Shakespeare's MACBETH This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024


Quintessence Theatre’s Season XIV will continue with a production of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth, on stage this March and April at the Sedgwick Theater in Mt. Airy. See performances dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

John Douglas Thompson & Nicole Ari Parker to Lead Red Bull Theater's ANTONY & CLEOPATRA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


RED BULL THEATER has revealed updated casting for the next offering of a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: Antony & Cleopatra by William Shakespeare. See who is starring!

Show of the Week: Tickets on Sale For MACBETH Starring Ralph Fiennes
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2024


Tickets are now on sale for Macbeth at Dock X, starring Ralph Fiennes! Find out how to get tickets here!

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2024


With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

New Production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Comes to Everyman Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024


The Everyman Theatre Company will present a new production of William Shakespeare's comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, which will embark on a small tour. Learn more about where you can catch the show here!

Review: ALL SHOOK UP at The Garden Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Feb 18, 2024


In the world of jukebox musicals, the best way to ensure something entertaining and enjoyable is to either use the music in an organic way, often telling the story of the artist themselves or to go the opposite route and create something over the top with a loose narrative, allowing the audience to focus primarily on the music they love and the performances on stage.

Theatre Georgian Bay to Celebrate Star of 2024 Season With Shakespeare Social Launch Party
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 17, 2024


Theatre Georgian Bay is inviting community members to join them for a “Shakespeare Social”  This free-to-attend launch party will take place on March 3rd, 2024 from 1pm-3pm. Learn more here!

A NIGHT WITH WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Celebrates the Bard's Timeless Legacy at Hill Country Community Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024


Prepare to be transported to the enchanting world of William Shakespeare as Hill Country Community Theatre presents 'A Night With William Shakespeare' on Saturday, March 9th at 7:30 pm and Sunday, March 10th at 2:00 pm.

Sondheim's INTO THE WOODS Comes to Richmond Shakespeare Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


Richmond Shakespeare will present Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods. The production will run March 7 - 24, 2024.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival To Present SHAKESPEARE FOR KIDS This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


Shakespeare for Kids is a high-energy, one-hour production that introduces children ages 4 to 10 to Shakespeare's language and characters through songs, puppets, and scenes from Twelfth Night. A super kid-friendly experience for the whole family.

Shakespeare's CYMBELINE To Be Presented As Part of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


Shakespeare's Cymbeline combines comedy, tragedy, and history in a magical fairy tale of love and power. Follow Princess Imogen on her quest to prove loyalty and reclaim true love. Ages 13+.

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR To Be Presented As Part of Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


'The Merry Wives of Windsor' by William Shakespeare is a merry romp filled with misadventures and clever retaliation. Enjoy a charming celebration of love, laughter, and the craft of clever deception. Ages 10+. Presented by Amaranth Foundation.

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