Shakespeare on the Lawn
OUR final MAINSTAGE SHOW OF THE SEASON IS OUR Shakespeare:
rise to the occasion of your text!
What began as a pandemic-era adjustment has become a beloved staple of our season, the now-annual tradition of mounting Shakespeare’s work on our outdoor stage. Cast members will learn to analyze classic text, relating the stories to their present-day experiences, and discovering how accessible these works can truly be. The Shakespeare audition process is open to performers of all ages, although those who audition are not guaranteed a role.
Join us as the young Prince of Denmark navigates the treacherous aftermath of his father’s death - and his uncle’s swift, suspicious rise to the throne. This summer’s adaptation of HAMLET invites a new generation of performers to wrestle with questions of revenge, madness, identity, grief, and moral reckoning. With its haunting poetry, flawed characters, and thrilling stakes, this classic drama illuminates the heart of a young man - and a kingdom - truly on the brink.