Shakespeare in the Park Returns with New Location

Enjoy free community performances at Riverfront, Manito, and Sky Prairie

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Friday, July 14, 2023 at 3:56 p.m.

SPOKANE, WA— Spokane Parks & Recreation is pleased to continue the partnership with Spokane Shakespeare Society (S3) to bring Spokane Shakespeare in the Park to Riverfront, Manito and, new this year, Sky Prairie parks for family-friendly, free community performances.

S3’s third season will still have two productions, but this year, they are exploring a new storytelling adventure: the shows will run in repertory. There is one cast performing two shows on alternating nights.

“This season’s shows provide a unique opportunity to present them as two pieces of one larger story,” noted S3 executive director, Dr. Amanda Cantrell. “We are showing what happens to the characters between life and death…or maybe death and life, depending on where the audience decides to join.”

Hamlet by William Shakespeare will be directed by Dr. Amanda Cantrell and Erick Wolfe

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead by Tom Stoppard will be directed by Pamela Kingsley and assistant directed by Blythe DeWitt

Schedule

Manito Park

  • 7/20 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/21 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/22 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/23 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 8/31 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/1 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/2 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 2:00 p.m.
  • 9/3 – Hamlet 2:00 p.m.

Riverfront Park

  • 7/27 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/28 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/29 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 7/30 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/7 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/8 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/9 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 2:00 p.m.
  • 9/10 – Hamlet 2:00 p.m.

Sky Prairie Park

  • 8/3 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 8/4 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 8/5 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 8/6 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/14 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/15 – Hamlet 6:30 p.m.
  • 9/16 – Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead 2:00 p.m.
  • 9/17 – Hamlet 2:00 p.m.

Friends and families can gather, bring their lawn chairs or blankets, pack a picnic or take-out (no alcohol in City parks), and enjoy a night of professional theatre under the stars. All seating will be open, however, large groups may reach out to S3 to discuss the best options for ensuring your group can sit together.

Current season sponsors are being sought, and organizations who wish to demonstrate their support for this season can connect with the S3 executive director. Spokane Shakespeare Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that always seeks ways to connect with community partners to expand their service to the community. For more information about the performances and sponsorship, please contact Dr. Amanda Cantrell, executivedirector@spokaneshakespeare.org or at (509) 379-7922. Visit spokaneshakespearesociety.org.

 

About City of Spokane Parks & Recreation

City of Spokane Parks and Recreation stewards nearly 120 properties across 4,000 acres of park land, including manicured parks, natural lands, aquatic centers, golf courses, sports complexes, and an arboretum. We also offer hundreds of recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities to improve the health and quality of life for our community. Enjoy all your city has to offer by visiting spokaneparks.org. Follow us @SpokaneParks on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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