News from the Shores of the Chesapeake Bay
RIDGELY, MD – Considered by many a “problem play” for falling somewhere between comedy and tragedy, Measure for Measure is a tale of morals and humanity, justice and forgiveness—one that could happen in any place and at any time. It is a play deeply rooted in early 17th-century culture, but at the same time, it […]
Continue ReadingRIDGELY, MD – Have you ever wondered what William Shakespeare was thinking as he wrote The Taming of the Shrew or Richard III? Well, who better to introduce Shakespeare’s plays than the Bard himself? Join Shore Shakespeare for A Little Touch of Shakespeare, an exploration of some of the playwright’s most famous works, September 18 […]
Continue ReadingGreetings from Shore Shakespeare Company! We hope this finds you well and enjoying life to the extent possible in these trying times. Events of the last few months have thrown into turmoil any and all plans for live performance. Shore Shakespeare is no exception. Now, as we begin to come out the other side of […]
Continue ReadingYour last chance to see this critically-acclaimed production of Shakespeare’s most modern play is September 13th & 14th 2019 at 6:00pm at The Centreville Wharf Performances are FREE and open to the public. Bring a picnic and a lawnchair or blanket. Enjoy a riveting performance alongside the sparkling headwaters of the Corsica River! More information […]
Continue ReadingShore Shakespeare Company is proud to present William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice Augst 30th & 31st at 6:00pm Long Wharf Park Cambridge, Maryland September 6th & 7th at 6:00pm September 8th at 5:00pm The Oxford Community Center Oxford, Maryland September 13th & 14th at 6:00pm The Centreville Wharf Centreville, Maryland All performances are FREE […]
Continue ReadingOn Thursday, Feb 28th, at 10:30 am, Company co-founders Avra Sullivan and Chris Rogers will present a workshop on Meaning & Shakespeare’s Words at the Todd Performing Arts Center at Chesapeake College. The workshop is being presented in association with the Eastern Shore Learning Center and Suzanne Sanders. They have generously offered to allow us […]
Continue ReadingOPEN AUDITIONS! William Shakespeare’s THE MERCHANT OF VENICE directed by C. L. Rogers Monday, March 18th Tuesday, March 19th Callbacks Thursday, March 21st 7:00 pm The Queen Anne’s County Arts Council 206 S. Commerce Street Centreville, Maryland Performance Dates Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays May 31st – June 23rd Performances of The Merchant of Venice will […]
Continue ReadingShore Shakespeare Our First Second Show! The Curate Shakespeare As You Like It a comedy by Don Nigro directed by Earl Lewin January 11th – 20th, 2019 Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 pm Sundays at 3:00 pm The Garfield Center for the Arts Chestertown, Maryland General Admission $15 “Being the Record of One Company’s Attempt […]
Continue ReadingOnce again, the weather has forced Shore Shakespeake to issue a cancellation notice. Today’s (June 3rd) matinee of As You Like It at Adkins Arboretum will be canceled due to rain. However. They will be having an open rehearsal for anyone who would like to attend, at Adkins on Wednesday, June 6th 2018 at 6:30pm. […]
Continue ReadingShore Shakespeare Company Is proud to announce its Spring 2018 Tour Production of As You Like It by William Shakespeare. The production features original music and lyrics by local artist Gregory Minahan, and is directed by Christian Rogers, assisted by Lindsey Hammer. Performances will be held outside during the month of June 2018, at four […]
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