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.
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.
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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