The Illinois Shakespeare Festival's 2024 Season

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  Twelfth Night
  

  by William Shakespeare
  

  Directed by Robert Quinlan

  Shakespeare creates a kaleidoscope of love with wit, disguises, hijinks, and music in one of his most sophisticated and hilarious comedies.

  Preview:
  Wednesday, June 26 at 7:30 p.m.

  Performances:
  Thursday, June 27 at 7:30 p.m.

  Saturday, July 6 at 7:30 p.m.
  Sunday, July 14 at 7:30 p.m.
  Tuesday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m.
  Friday, July 19 at 7:30 p.m.
  Thursday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m.
  Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 p.m.

  Thursday, August 1 at 7:30 p.m.

  Ewing Theatre

   

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  Sense and Sensibility
  

  by Quetta Carpenter based on the Jane Austen novel

  Directed by Quetta Carpenter
  

  This world premiere version of the beloved novel follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate the rules of 19th century courtship while undergoing an abrupt shift in circumstances that alters their fortunes, their prospects, and their destinies.

  Preview:
  Friday June 28 at 7:30 p.m.

  Performances:
  Saturday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m.

  Sunday, July 7 at 7:30 p.m.
  Wednesday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m.
  Saturday, July 20 at 7:30 p.m.
  Wednesday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m.
  Sunday, July 28 at 7:30 p.m.
  Tuesday, July 30 at 7:30 p.m.

  Friday, August 2 at 7:30 p.m.

  Ewing Theatre

   

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  Macbeth

  by William Shakespeare

  Directed by Corey Allen

  How far is one willing to go to achieve their ambitions? Supernatural beings provide the catalyst for a warrior’s quest for power in Shakespeare’s thrilling, bloody tragedy.

  Content warning: Macbeth contains scenes with blood and brutal violence. Strobe lights, fog, and loud sound effects are used in this production.

  Preview:
  Friday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m.

  Performances:
  Saturday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m.
  Thursday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m.
  Sunday, July 21 at 7:30 p.m.
  Tuesday, July 23 at 7:30 p.m.
  Friday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m.
  Wednesday, July 31 at 7:30 p.m.

  Saturday, August 3 at 7:30 p.m.

  Ewing Theatre

   

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  Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA)

  Campfire Macbeth
  

  by Nancy Steele Brokaw

  Directed by Lori Adams

  
  Illinois Shakespeare Festival’s 40-minute TYA show is perfect for the whole family. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free! 

  Performances: 

  Saturday, July 6 at 10 a.m.
  Thursday, July 11 at 10 a.m.
  Saturday, July 13 at 10 a.m.
  Thursday, July 18 at 10 a.m.
  Saturday, July 20 at 10 a.m.
  Thursday, July 25 at 10 a.m.
  Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m.

  Thursday, August 1 at 10 a.m.
  Saturday, August 3 at 10 a.m.

  Ewing Cultural Center Grounds

  
  Traveling performances will be announced at a later date.
  

   

• John C. Stark, Artistic Airector
  Robert Quinlan, Associate Artistic Director
  Ann Haugo, Producer
  Derek R. Munson, Managing Director
  Lucy Yahr, Production Manager
  Lauren Palmer, Finance and Communications Manager