Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Delaware Shakespeare Delaware's leading Shakespeare company! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://delshakes.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Honoring Nancy B. Lynch](https://delshakes.org/2026/01/honoring-nancy-b-lynch/) - The Del Shakes family was saddened to learn of the passing of Nancy B. Lynch, longtime Wilmington artist, educator and advocate – and the first and longest serving board president in Del Shakes history. When co-founders Molly Cahill Govern and Greg Robleto were looking to create a board in order to formally establish Del Shakes - [What's Coming in 2026](https://delshakes.org/2025/12/whats-coming-in-2026/) - Hello, Del Shakes Family! As this year comes to a close, I’m thrilled to look ahead and share what’s next. Delaware Shakespeare will celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2027, and we’re using 2026 as a launch pad toward that historic milestone. Every element of the upcoming season will help prepare us--and you!--for our monumental 25th - [Community Tour tickets available now!](https://delshakes.org/2025/09/community-tour-tickets-available-now/) - Our 2025 Community Tour begins Oct. 1! Tickets are now available for purchase, and reservations for our free performances are open. This year's production is The Two Gentlemen of Verona, featuring the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes - [Summer Festival tickets on sale now!](https://delshakes.org/2025/06/summer-festival-tickets-on-sale-now/) - Tickets are now on sale for Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, our 2025 Summer Festival production! Our first bilingual musical in Rockwood Park, Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras follows Violeta and Sebastian, twins from Venezuela who are separated in a shipwreck. Stranded in an unfamiliar land, they must navigate surprising discoveries of love, - [Announcing our film screening series!](https://delshakes.org/2025/03/announcing-our-film-screening-series/) - We're thrilled to announce our upcoming film screening series--plus, a special celebration of Shakespeare's birthday--in partnership with Delaware Art Museum! What's on screen, and when... April 5 at 12 PM: West Side Story April 12 at 1:30 PM: Coriolanus April 13 at 1:30 PM: The Lion King April 19 at 1:30 PM: Julius Caesar (but - [ShakesBeer is back!](https://delshakes.org/2025/02/shakesbeer-is-back/) - Get ready for another curated night of brews with the Bard!Join Delaware Shakespeare and the amazing crew at Wilmington Brew Works for a night of select performances highlighted by local craft brews. Listen to Master Brewer Craig Wensell explain tasting notes for three WBW creations alongside curated selections from Shakespeare (and more!) that will connect - [Announcing the 2025 Del Shakes Season!](https://delshakes.org/2025/02/announcing-the-2025-del-shakes-season/) - We are thrilled to announce our two main season productions for 2025. We hope you will join us for our most adventurous season yet! From July 17-Aug. 3, we return to Illyria in the bilingual musical adaptation of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras. This poignant story follows twins Sebastian and Violeta who have been - [David Stradley reflects on his twelve years as Producing Artistic Director](https://delshakes.org/2023/12/david-stradley-reflects-on-his-twelve-years-as-producing-artistic-director/) - As his twelve-year tenure as Producing Artistic Director draws to a close, David Stradley reflects on key moments during his time leading Delaware Shakespeare. A REFLECTION ON HAMLET When I look back over my time at Del Shakes, our 2014 production of Hamlet marks a clear inflection point. That was my third year leading Del - [New Leadership Announcement](https://delshakes.org/2023/12/new-leadership-announcement/) - Delaware Shakespeare will begin 2024 with two dynamic arts leaders leading the state’s largest professional Shakespeare company: Mariah Ghant, now the artistic associate and literary manager for the Wilma Theater in Philadelphia, will become Delaware Shakespeare’s artistic director. Robert Tombari, now the program director of Goshen Theater in Goshen, Indiana, will step into the role - [CYMBELINE Poster Art "Easter Eggs"](https://delshakes.org/2023/09/cymbeline-poster-art-easter-eggs/) - CLICK HERE FOR PERFORMANCE INFORMATION ON CYMBELINE There are lots of plot "Easter eggs" in Bailey Kung's fantastic and fun poster design for Cymbeline. They were kind enough to share their insights into the creation of the poster. Bonus - it forms a great "Cliffs Notes" to the plot of Cymbeline. THE EAGLE AND THE - [New Leadership Search Announced: Artistic Director and Managing Director](https://delshakes.org/2023/09/new-leadership-search-announced-artistic-director-and-managing-director/) - Following the announced departure of Producing Artistic Director David Stradley, the Board of Directors has opened a search for two positions which will make up the new dual leadership team at Delaware Shakespeare. The current Del Shakes' strategic plan asks the question: How do we nurture an abundant cultural ecosystem and reduce barriers to create - [Delaware Shakespeare Announces Leadership Transition](https://delshakes.org/2023/09/delaware-shakespeare-announces-leadership-transition/) - Dear Del Shakes Family, For many of us, it’s a challenge to think of Delaware Shakespeare without David Stradley. As an actor, he first appeared in As You Like It, the company’s second-ever production back in 2004 — and has been with the company ever since, acting in several productions before joining the Board of - [2023 Season Announcement](https://delshakes.org/2023/03/2023-season-announcement/) - “A tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury…” - Macbeth “Thou wouldst have told this tale for virtue…” - Cymbeline In 2023, we pair Shakespeare’s horror story with Shakespeare’s fairy tale. Join us in our 21st season for a full spectrum journey of the good and the bad in the human experience. - [TWELFTH NIGHT Authors Look Forward to Sharing with Audience](https://delshakes.org/2022/05/twelfth-night-authors-look-forward-to-sharing-with-audience/) - Co-writers Liz Filios and Tanaquil Márquez share their excitement and hopes before this weekend's concert presentation of TWELFTH NIGHT, O LO QUE QUIERAS. Q: You’ve been developing this piece for 2 1/2 years. What gives you excitement about sharing the music with audiences for the first time next weekend? LIZ: It’s hard to believe it’s - [Singing at Rodney Square - A Short Interview with Daniel L. Melo](https://delshakes.org/2022/05/singing-at-rodney-square-a-short-interview-with-daniel-l-melo/) - Daniel L. Melo, Sebastian in the upcoming TWELFTH NIGHT, O LO QUE QUIERAS in CONCERT event at Rodney Square shares a few thoughts about preparations for the program. DEL SHAKES: We’ve been developing this musical for 2 1/2 years, but this is your first experience with it. What are some of things that you’ve appreciated - [Help plan Del Shakes' future - take this survey](https://delshakes.org/2022/03/help-plan-del-shakes-future-take-this-survey/) - Del Shakes is beginning a strategic planning process to imagine what's possible for the company as we serve the community over the coming years. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the future of Del Shakes! Your experiences and ideas can help shape the path forward. PLEASE TAKE THIS 10-MINUTE SURVEY Survey respondents may choose - [Reflections: Del Shakes' Monthly Antiracism Learning Discussion](https://delshakes.org/2022/02/reflections-del-shakes-monthly-antiracism-learning-discussion/) - As part of its Antiracism, Access, and Equity Policy, Delaware Shakespeare committed to ongoing antiracism training for Board and staff. In 2021, the training took the form of an eight-part monthly Antiracism Learning Discussion. The discussions were focused on approximately 20 hours-worth of articles and videos originally compiled for New Repertory Theatre (Watertown, MA) under - [Del Shakes Welcomes Mariah Ghant and Eric Mills to the Artistic Squad](https://delshakes.org/2022/02/del-shakes-welcomes-mariah-ghant-and-eric-mills-to-the-artistic-squad/) - The Del Shakes Artistic Squad is a rotating collective of artists that is part of the creative leadership of the company. You can read more about the Squad here. Artists serve two-year terms. Each year, we welcome two artists on, as two artists rotate off. In January 2022, we had our first planned rotation. Newton - [2022 General Interest Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2022/01/2022-general-auditions/) - BACK TO JOBS PAGE Delaware Shakespeare is accepting video auditions for general consideration for roles and opportunities in the 2022 Season. After two years of not holding auditions, we are looking forward to reconnecting with the area acting community, and welcome auditions from any actors who are interested in using classic plays to help a - [THE TEMPEST Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2022/01/the-tempest-auditions/) - BACK TO JOBS PAGE SEEKING: Actors for Ariel, Ferdinand, and Miranda, as well as understudy Prospero Delaware Shakespeare is accepting video auditions for the roles of Ariel, Ferdinand, and Miranda in its 2022 Summer Festival production of The Tempest, directed by David Stradley. The production was originally scheduled to be staged in July 2020, and - [Announcing the Del Shakes Artistic Squad](https://delshakes.org/2021/12/announcing-the-del-shakes-artistic-squad/) - "There is always a squad, collaborators, a body that supports change occurring."- Sage Crump Delaware Shakespeare is pleased to share news of a major shift to its staffing structure with the addition of the Del Shakes Artistic Squad. The Squad is conceived as a rotating, two-term collective, bringing ever-evolving points of view to the artistic - [Black Lives Matter](https://delshakes.org/2020/06/in-solidarity-with-our-black-community/) - View "Anti-Racism Next Steps" Shakespeare is not a voice we naturally turn to for racial justice. There are elements of his work that are problematic for Black artists and audience members. But at his best what Shakespeare tries to do in his plays is to see every person as a full and complete human being. - [A Del Shakes Holiday Jam Session](https://delshakes.org/2021/11/a-del-shakes-holiday-jam-session/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS TICKETS - $20 Favorite Del Shakes artists welcome you to a "pot luck"-style performance. Each artist will share 2-3 contributions that they love - poems, songs, monologues, stories, etc. Think of it as a warm gathering around the hearth, with really talented houseguests! Featuring the Del Shakes Artistic Squad: Newton - [REMINDER: Sun 9/19 Performance is now at 4pm](https://delshakes.org/2021/09/reminder-sun-9-19-performance-is-now-at-4pm/) - The closing performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream, originally scheduled for 2pm on Sunday 9/19, was rescheduled earlier this week to a 4pm start time. There will be more shade at Rodney Square at that time! - [MIDSUMMER Fight Choreography](https://delshakes.org/2021/09/midsummer-fight-choreography/) - Last week, we chatted with actors Mariah Ghant and Eric Mills about the challenges of performing on stairs at Rodney Square. This week, our chat with fight choreographer Steve Wei picked up right where Mariah and Eric left off. Q: As a fight choreographer whose job is to keep things safe, what do you have - [Titania & Oberon on acting at Rodney Square](https://delshakes.org/2021/08/titania-oberon-on-acting-at-rodney-square/) - After the first weekend of rehearsals at Rodney Square for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, we caught up with Mariah Ghant (Titania) and Eric Mills (Oberon) to see what their experience was like. Q: WHAT ARE YOU INITIAL THOUGHTS ABOUT RODNEY SQUARE AS A PERFORMANCE VENUE? Mariah Ghant: This space is beautiful. It’s massive, so it - [ROSALIND X 3 Preview: What resonated with you?](https://delshakes.org/2021/07/rosalind-x-3-preview-what-resonated-with-you/) - By Dara McBride As I’m talking to Mariah Ghant, a director of Delaware Shakespeare’s Rosalind X 3, I’m reminded of the question my middle school English teacher – perhaps the first person to teach me Shakespeare – leaned on to launch classroom discussions. What resonated with you? In any talking about work and art, there - [A Poetry Event for Modern Ages](https://delshakes.org/2021/06/a-poetry-event-for-modern-ages/) - by Christian Wills, Arts Journalist-in-Residence In late April, Brevity Bookspace, Delaware Shakespeare, University of Delaware, and Wilmington Alliance teamed up to create a poetry event for the modern ages, entitled Write Outside Your Window. The premise: create a poem in 30 words or less that captures what you would say to Wilmington residents at this - [Shakespeare in Song](https://delshakes.org/2021/04/shakespeare-in-song/) - CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS May 20, May 21, May 22, and May 23 at 8pm GET TICKETS Where: Parking lot of the OperaDelaware Studios (4 S. Poplar Street, Wilmington, DE)Tickets: $30 Per PersonSeating: This is a bring-your-own chair event We're excited to be back with a live, outdoor performance - joined by our friends at OperaDelaware. Shakespeare has - [A Reflection: Del Shakes Antiracism Community Discussion](https://delshakes.org/2021/04/a-reflection-del-shakes-antiracism-community-discussion/) - By Christian Wills, Arts Journalist in Residence On March 21, Del Shakes held a Community Discussion via Zoom on its recently developed Antiracism Policy and Action Plan. Christian Wills shares his perspective on the event. As time moves on, the conversation around race starts to grow more vividly, showing no sign of letting up. Those - [Summer 2021 Update](https://delshakes.org/2021/03/summer-2021-update/) - With all the unknowns still present during the COVID-19 public health crisis, the Board and staff of Del Shakes have made the decision to postpone our production of The Tempest originally planned for last summer, until Summer 2022. You can hear more about the decision in a video message from Producing Artistic Director David Stradley: - [The Spirit of the Holidays – with wine and cheese](https://delshakes.org/2021/02/the-spirit-of-the-holidays-with-wine-and-cheese/) - by Christian Wills, Arts Journalist-in-Residence What makes cheese and wine so special when paired together? Why do we often combine the two with the performing arts? How do we apply these to the holidays? For as long as we can remember, dining and entertainment have always gone hand and hand. Around Christmas especially, cheese and - [An ancient tale told anew](https://delshakes.org/2020/12/an-ancient-tale-told-anew/) - by Gail Obenreder, Arts Journalist-in-Residence To end a challenging season – an amalgam of virtual events and safely distanced outdoor presentations – Delaware Shakespeare rounded out 2020 with an online reading of a challenging play, William Shakespeare’s Cymbeline. After a year spent offstage, exploring the canon’s scenes, monologues, and nooks and crannies, Del Shakes actors - [Building Bridges Through Culture](https://delshakes.org/2020/12/building-bridges-through-culture/) - by Christian Wills, Arts Journalist-in-Residence The topic around race and culture among Shakespeare productions is an ongoing conversation with those in the theatre. Audience members can gleam onto an actor’s struggle between their true selves and what’s being represented on stage. For Del Shakes, the discovery of what a culturally-specific production is and how impactful - [Book Drive for Brevity Bookspace](https://delshakes.org/2020/12/book-drive-for-brevity-bookspace/) - This holiday season, we're inviting you to take part in a Diverse Book Drive to support Brevity Bookspace, a mobile bookshop that aims to provide all humans of Wilmington with woke words and wisdom! Take a look at this book list of titles by culturally diverse authors, make some purchases (due to COVID-19, Brevity is requesting new books only), and then drop-off at Grace United Methodist Church. Brevity will - [Shakespearean-esque stories at Fort Christina](https://delshakes.org/2020/12/shakespearean-esque-stories-at-fort-christina/) - by Christian Wills, Arts Journalist-in-Residence Performing arts and Mother Nature go together like cheese crackers and fine wine. Throughout history, many have seen countless outdoor plays; be it on college campuses or outdoor arenas. Many can be seen from up close or in your neighbor’s backyard. For Del Shakes, a similar, yet unique experience was - [Two perspectives on "Color-Blind vs. Color-Conscious Casting in Shakespeare"](https://delshakes.org/2020/11/two-perspectives-on-color-blind-vs-color-conscious-casting-in-shakespeare/) - Del Shakes asked its two Arts Journalists-in-Residence, Christian Wills and Gail Obenreder (one BIPOC, and one white), to both share reflections on Del Shakes' October online discussion. We hope these reflections add another dimension to the conversation. You can view the original panel HERE. COLORFUL CASTINGby Christian Wills Everyone can enjoy a cast of colorful - [Delaware Shakespeare Receives Mid Atlantic Arts Regional Resilience Fund Grant](https://delshakes.org/2020/11/delaware-shakespeare-receives-mid-atlantic-arts-regional-resilience-fund-grant/) - (November 2, 2020—Wilmington, DE) Delaware Shakespeare has received a $60,000 grant from the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation. The Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation (MAAF) has granted $1,594,340 in support of 38 organizations through the Mid Atlantic Arts Regional Resilience Fund. MAAF collaborated with the five other U.S. Regional Arts Organizations – Arts Midwest, Mid-America Arts Alliance, - [Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends - at Fort Christina](https://delshakes.org/2020/10/shakespeare-poe-fiends-at-fort-christina/) - Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends at Fort ChristinaAn Autumnal Story StrollSunday, November 8Timed Admissions at 2pm (SOLD OUT), 2:30pm, 3:30pm, and 4pm $20 Adults$15 Youth 18 and under Purchase Tickets HERE. While COVID-19 means it is not wise for 40 souls to sit closely inside historic buildings, we invite you to join us outdoors for tales - [How did the PLAY ON! Players do?](https://delshakes.org/2020/11/how-did-the-play-on-players-do/) - by Christian Wills The show must go on! For Delaware Shakespeare, this statement rang true in the hearts and souls of its participants during their virtual fundraiser - Play On! ~ Play On! On the evening of October 2nd, Delaware Shakespeare streamed a virtual theatrical game show, where competitors performed Shakespearean segments against each other - [Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends - On the River](https://delshakes.org/2020/10/shakespeare-poe-fiends-on-the-river/) - CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON SHAKESPEARE, POE & FIENDS by Gail Obenreder, Arts Journalist-in-Residence For the past nine seasons, Delaware Shakespeare has welcomed fall with a dramatic evening of dramatic readings focused on spirits, mystery, and hauntings, huddling audiences together in atmospheric and vaguely sinister sites around the region. This year there’s no huddling, - [The Bard's in the Garden](https://delshakes.org/2020/09/the-bards-in-the-garden/) - CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON SHAKESPEARE IN THE GARDEN by Gail Obenreder, Arts Journalist-in-Residence “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate.” Of course, in Sonnet 18 Shakespeare is speaking about the eternal beauty of his love. But in September in Delaware, the days are – indeed - [Three Artists, Four Humors & Food!](https://delshakes.org/2020/08/three-artists-four-humors-food/) - Recipe for Pate Chaud Recipe for Shrewsbury Cakes Three Artists, Four Humors & Food!An online Shakespeare-inspired cooking eventSaturday, August 29 at 7:30pmPay-What-You-Decide Meet Del Shakes’ new Associate Artists Newton Buchanan, Bi Jean Ngo, and Emily Schuman as they share their love of food, Shakespeare, and geeky Elizabethan history! In Shakespeare’s time, the theory of the - [Anti-racism Next Steps](https://delshakes.org/2020/08/anti-racism-next-steps/) - In late May, Delaware Shakespeare released an anti-racism statement in support of the Black Lives Matter protests against the police killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Elijah McClain, and too many more members of the Black community. In the following days and weeks, the theatre industry, along with many other industries in our country, has - [{Mostly} Virtual...Totally Festive](https://delshakes.org/2020/08/mostly-virtual-totally-festive/) - A look at the {Mostly} Virtual Festival by Gail Obenreder, Arts Journalist -in-Residence A festival – by nature and by definition – is a gathering often held annually and in the same place, built around a community, or a theme, or a cultural centerpiece. In England’s Elizabethan age – the time of Shakespeare – there - [TWELFTH NIGHT Community Tour Postponement](https://delshakes.org/2020/08/twelfth-night-community-tour-postponement/) - Due to the ongoing public health concerns related to COVID-19 and feedback from our Community Tour partners, Delaware Shakespeare has made the decision to postpone this fall’s Community Tour – a world premiere bilingual musical adaptation of Twelfth Night – until the fall of 2021. “While we’re disappointed not to be able to bring a - [Binge-Watch The {Mostly} Virtual Festival](https://delshakes.org/2020/07/mostly-virtual-festival/) - While Del Shakes couldn't bring you a full production this summer, we were excited to bring you the {Mostly} Virtual Festival from July 17-August 2! The (M)VF aimed to celebrate all of what you love about the Annual Summer Festival at Rockwood Park - the picnics, the family fun, the t-shirt, Shakespeare, and more! During - [The Soliloquy Stroll Experience](https://delshakes.org/2020/08/the-soliloquy-stroll-experience/) - by Gail Obenreder, Arts Journalist-in-Residence CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON THE STROLL “A fantastical banquet . . . so many strange dishes!” So says Benedick in Much Ado About Nothing, and he could be describing this summer’s Delaware Shakespeare Soliloquy Stroll. For 15 of its 18 years, Del Shakes has lit up majestic Rockwood - [Family Sunday Activities](https://delshakes.org/2020/07/family-sunday-activities/) - Every Sunday at 5 pm during the {Mostly} Virtual Festival, join Cassie Alexander and guests as she reads a Shakespearean children's book, leads a drama game, and shares a craft! See below for the links to the crafts and activities used each week! Family Sunday #1 - July 19th Book: "Will's Quill" by Don FreemanCraft - [Soliloquy Stroll - Sat 8/1 & 8/8](https://delshakes.org/2020/07/soliloquy-stroll-sat-8-1/) - CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS $40 for up to four people, performance times from 6pm-7:40pm Join us for a site-specific collection of monologues performed as you are guided around Rockwood Park. Buy tickets for a specific time slot and take a 40-minute stroll coming in close contact (well, not closer than 6') with unforgettable Shakespeare characters. - [The Sonnet Project - for our Socially Distant Times](https://delshakes.org/2020/03/the-sonnet-project-for-our-socially-distant-times/) - Del Shakes is using a little bit of iambic pentameter to help us through our socially distant times - posting a reading of a Shakespeare sonnet each weekday. Hopefully we won’t need all 154 of the sonnets! Actors have been particularly hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, seeing months of productions cancelled overnight. You can - [Summer Festival Postponement](https://delshakes.org/2020/05/summer-festival-postponement/) - As a result of the guidelines in place to reopen Delaware’s economy, and of the overall public health climate surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, Delaware Shakespeare’s board and staff have made the decision to postpone this summer’s production of The Tempest until the summer of 2021. “The Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival means so much to so - [Shakespeare Day 2020--ONLINE!](https://delshakes.org/2020/04/shakespeare-day-2020-online/) - DOWNLOAD YOUR SHAKESPEARE DAY PLAY TITLE CHECKLIST! Since we had to cancel our free April 16th Shakespeare Day in downtown Milford, we are doing what folks all over the world are doing: finding a creative way to celebrate a birthday. For our 5th Annual Shakespeare Day, a Del Shakes tradition which celebrates the Bard's birthday, - [Online Salon: TWELFTH NIGHT to NOCHE DE REYES](https://delshakes.org/2020/04/online-salon-twelfth-night-to-noche-de-reyes/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS In this interactive discussion, Composer/Lyricist Liz Filios and Director/Script Consultant Tanaquil Márquez share insights into the creative process behind creating a world premiere musical adaptation of Twelfth Night that is inclusive of Spanish dialogue and Latin-infused music. Thursday, April 237:30pmvia the online video conferencing platform Zoom $20 Once you purchase a ticket, - [A Play I Love: Coriolanus -- Our New Salon Series Goes ONLINE](https://delshakes.org/2020/03/a-play-i-love-coriolanus-a-new-salon-series/) - UPDATE TO OUR INITIAL A PLAY I LOVE: CORIOLANUS SALON Although this event was planned to be an intimate affair in a private home, it will still go over the 10-person limit that the CDC recommends for group gatherings during the COVID-19 crisis. Therefore, this discussion group will now be a virtual gathering via the - [Shakespeare Day in Milford - CANCELED](https://delshakes.org/2020/02/shakespeare-day-in-milford/) - CLICK HERE FOR VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SHEET CLICK HERE FOR MORE ABOUT HOW TO JOIN US AS AN AUDIENCE MEMBER Event canceled due to health conditions. April 23, 2020 is William Shakespeare’s 456th birthday. To celebrate, Delaware Shakespeare would like to present every single play Shakespeare ever wrote in the course of one hour, in downtown - [Now hiring: Marketing & Business Associate](https://delshakes.org/2020/01/now-hiring-marketing-business-associate/) - Del Shakes seeks a professional arts/nonprofit associate to support its year-round programming and help the company continue to grow. Specifically, the marketing & business associate will oversee and implement marketing and public relations tasks, develop and implement earned income opportunities, work with a bookkeeper to process all company financial transactions, and, in tandem with the - [2020 Season Announcement - It will have you singing!](https://delshakes.org/2019/12/2020-season-announcement-it-will-have-you-singing/) - Delaware Shakespeare’s two full productions in 2020 are united by water, by storms, by shipwrecks, and also by music, by magic, by love, by family members forgiven and restored. The 18th annual Summer Festival will be The Tempest. Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production, his first Summer Festival show since 2016’s The - [2020 Season Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2019/12/2020-season-auditions/) - Delaware Shakespeare is accepting headshots and resumes for actors for its 2020 season, including the Summer Festival production of The Tempest, directed by David Stradley, and the fall Community Tour production of a new musical adaptation of Twelfth Night, created by Liz Filios and Robi Hager (director TBA). Female and non-binary performers will be considered - [Performance Updates: Added Tuesday 7/23 Show](https://delshakes.org/2019/07/performance-updates-sunday-7-21-7pm-delayed-start-time-added-tuesday-7-23-show/) - Due to the canceled 7/17 and 7/18 performances, there will be an added performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor on Tuesday 7/23 at 7:30pm. Grounds will open at 6:15pm for picnicking and pre-show entertainment. Tickets can be purchased HERE. - [Spring Tasting + Season Preview at Swigg](https://delshakes.org/2019/04/spring-tasting-season-preview-at-swigg/) - On May 2, from 6-8pm, join Delaware Shakespeare staff and board for complimentary wine tastings and light snacks, and meet artists from our 2019 productions at Swigg, 1601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 . Buy some delicious wine – after all, THE MERRY W̶I̶N̶E̶S̶ WIVES OF WINDSOR is a pretty intoxicating Shakespeare play. Plus, 10% - [Shakespeare Day on Market Street](https://delshakes.org/2019/03/shakespeare-day-on-market-street/) - CLICK HERE FOR VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SHEET Wilmington! Shakespeare Day is coming back! April 23, 2019 is William Shakespeare’s 455th birthday. To celebrate, Delaware Shakespeare would like to present every single play Shakespeare ever wrote in the course of one hour, on Market Street in downtown Wilmington. So we could use some help! After staging Shakespeare - [Del Shakes Receives First Ever NEA Grant](https://delshakes.org/2019/03/del-shakes-receives-first-ever-nea-grant/) - Delaware Shakespeare to Receive $10,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $27 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment’s first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019. Included in this announcement is a Challenge America grant of - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" 2019 Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2019/02/shakespeare-st-valentine-2019-playlist/) - Del Shakes is pleased to announce the fun mix of scenes, sonnets, song, and interactive elements that will make up the February 15 & 16 performances of Shakespeare + St. Valentine. Get your tickets here!Click here for more information. PLAYLIST Sonnet 128 “How Good It Feels” by Lake Street Dive The Taming of the Shrew - - [Perspectives on THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Tour](https://delshakes.org/2018/12/perspectives-on-the-merchant-of-venice-tour/) - With twenty performances offered over four weeks, The Merchant of Venice was our longest running production ever. The production launched intense, but respectful conversations about the rise in anti-Semitism and other instance of hate speech and hate crime in our country. Producing Artistic Director David Stradley shares three highlights from the road. First State Community - [2019 Del Shakes Season Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2018/12/2019-del-shakes-season-auditions/) - Delaware Shakespeare is accepting headshots and resumes for actors for its 2019 season, including the Summer Festival production of The Merry Wives of Windsor,directed by Krista Apple, and the fall Community Tour production of Romeo and Juliet, directed by Lindsay Smiling. Female and non-binary performers will be considered for some traditionally male roles. Performers of all ethnic - [Shylock v. Antonio: The Verdict](https://delshakes.org/2018/10/shylock-v-antonio-the-verdict/) - For those of you who couldn't join us at "Shylock v. Antonio and the City of Venice: The Appeal," we can now share the official verdict of the court: CHIEF JUSTICE HOLLAND Considering all the equities. We order Antonio to pay Shylock 3000 ducats, to avoid Antonio’s unjust enrichment. We reverse all other aspects of - [SHAKESPEARE, POE & FIENDS Directions & Parking](https://delshakes.org/2014/10/shakespearepoe-directions-parking-2/) - < Back to Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends info page New Castle Court House Museum For location information about New Castle Court House Museum, click here. Street parking is available within walking distance of the museum. Stone Stable (Historic Odessa) For driving directions to Historic Odessa, click here. The Stone Stable is located immediately opposite - [Leap of Faith Creates Memorable MUCH ADO](https://delshakes.org/2018/08/leap-of-faith-creates-memorable-much-ado/) - For Delaware Shakespeare, one of the highlights of the summer was incorporating eight area faith leaders into the performance each night as “Friar Francis.” How did they feel their professional theatre debuts? We asked! “I’ve been on stage, I’ve done that,” said Bishop Todd Townsend of The Resurrection Center. “But with Shakespeare, I’ve been bit. - [Del Shakes Guide to Beach Chairs vs Lawn Chairs](https://delshakes.org/2018/07/del-shakes-guide-to-beach-chairs-vs-lawn-chairs/) - [New additions to the Janssen's Market Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2018/07/new-additions-to-the-janssens-market-picnic-contest/) - We've seen so many memorable picnics during the past five years of the Janssen's Market Picnic Contest -- impressive cheese trays, themed appetizers, actual costumed manservants. This year, we want to give everyone a chance to get in on the fun -- no matter which day you choose to come out to the park! Pretty - [Introducing one of our Friars: Dr. Todd Townsend](https://delshakes.org/2018/06/introducing-one-of-our-friars-dr-todd-townsend/) - In the 2018 Summer Festival production of Much Ado About Nothing, the role of Friar Francis will be played by a rotating roster of area faith leaders. Dr. Todd Townsend of The Resurrection Center has been one of our most passionate "friars," showing up at multiple rehearsals and making the most of his experience. We asked him - [Del Shakes Seeks Development Associate](https://delshakes.org/2018/06/del-shakes-seeks-development-associate/) - Development Associate Delaware Shakespeare is seeking an entry level Development Associate to work closely with the Senior Development Consultant and the Producing Artistic Director to grow our donor base and funding from all sources of fundraising activity – individual giving, major gift development, grants, sponsorship, and events and be able to implement all these data - [Shakespeare Day in Rehoboth Beach](https://delshakes.org/2018/03/shakespeare-day-in-rehoboth-beach/) - CLICK HERE FOR VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SHEET April 23, 2018 is William Shakespeare’s 454th birthday. To celebrate, Delaware Shakespeare would like to present every single play Shakespeare ever wrote in the course of one hour, at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand, on Saturday, April 21. So we could use some help! In partnership with Clear Space Theatre - [Bards Dispense Profanity Game Night - April 23](https://delshakes.org/2018/04/bards-dispense-profanity-game-night-april-23/) - Monday, April 23 - 6:30pm - Chelsea Tavern CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP A TEAM We're taking one of the most popular segments of our Valentine's show and making it the star of its own night at our first ever Del Shakes "Bards Dispense Profanity" Game Night. Here's how it works: You put together a - [Run For The Bard - Delaware Charity Challenge 5k on 5/5](https://delshakes.org/2018/04/run-for-the-bard-delaware-charity-challenge-5k-on-5-5/) - Saturday, May 5 - 9am - Lums Pond State Park REGISTER HERE Are you ready to Run For The Bard? Lace up your sneakers with Producing Artistic Director David Stradley and lots of FODS (Friends of Del Shakes) as we run the Delaware Charity Challenge 5K ... and raise money for our ever-growing roster of - [Seeking 2018 College Apprentices](https://delshakes.org/2018/03/seeking-2018-college-apprentices/) - In association with its 2018 summer production of Much Ado About Nothing (directed by Bi Jean Ngo), Delaware Shakespeare offers apprenticeships for college students who wish to gain professional experience before graduation. Apprentices work with Del Shakes’ professional directors, actors, designers, and staff to gain hands-on experience both on and off the stage. Del Shakes offers performance, - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" 2018 Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2018/02/shakespeare-st-valentine-2018-playlist/) - Del Shakes is pleased to announce the fun mix of scenes, sonnets, song, and interactive elements that will make up the February 16 & 17 performances of Shakespeare + St. Valentine. Get your tickets here! Click here for more information. PLAYLIST “Sigh No More” – Lyrics from Much Ado About Nothing “Love Story” (Song) Troilus and - [Holiday Gift Auction](https://delshakes.org/2017/12/holiday-gift-auction/) - Here’s your chance to take home a piece of Del Shakes history, with three artistic creations that could make perfect gifts in this festive season! Bid on two of the “laughing trees” that created the forest of Arden in the 2017 Community Tour production of AS YOU LIKE IT, as well as two wooden stools - [2018 Season Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2017/12/2018-season-auditions/) - Delaware Shakespeare is accepting headshots and resumes for non-union actors for its 2018 season, including the Summer Festival production of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Bi Jean Ngo, and the fall Community Tour production (TBD), directed by David Stradley. Female performers will be considered for some traditionally male roles. Performers of all ethnic and - [ShakesBeer Night at Buckley's Tavern - 8/24](https://delshakes.org/2017/08/shakesbeer-night-at-buckleys-tavern-824/) - Join us at the bar at Buckley's Tavern from 5:30-8:30pm on Thursday, Aug. 24, for a special fundraiser! Del Shakes staff, board members, friends and our Henry and Rosalind (Emilie Krause & Danielle Leneé) will be behind the bar collecting your tips for Delaware Shakespeare. All tips (cash in the buckets + credit card tips) - [Prestwick House Educator Appreciation Night - Wed 7/19](https://delshakes.org/2017/07/prestwick-house-educator-appreciation-night-wed-719/) - Thanks to our great friends at Prestwick House, Wednesday, July 19 is Educator Appreciation Night at Delaware Shakespeare. Show your teacher id when you buy your ticket at Rockwood Park, and get $2 off the price of admission to Henry V. (Discount is only able to processed on purchases made at the park). The performance - [Emilie Krause - Voice Intensive Blog #2](https://delshakes.org/2017/06/emilie-krause-voice-intensive-blog-2/) - Professional actors spend their lives training and working on their craft, so that they are able to deliver a wonderful experience to you on the night you attend a performance. Emilie Krause, who will be playing Henry for Delaware Shakespeare this summer, is currently studying at Canada’s National Voice Intensive for a month. As an - [Emilie Krause - Voice Intensive Blog #1](https://delshakes.org/2017/05/emilie-krause-voice-intensive-blog-1/) - Professional actors spend their lives training and working on their craft, so that they are able to deliver a wonderful experience to you on the night you attend a performance. Emilie Krause, who will be playing Henry for Delaware Shakespeare this summer, is currently studying at Canada’s National Voice Intensive for a month. As an - [Janssen's Market 5th Annual Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2017/05/janssens-market-5th-annual-picnic-contest/) - All the world's a stage, and all our park's a picnic during our fifth annual competitive picnicking event, sponsored by Janssen's Market (your one-stop shop for proper picnic essentials). A “picnic” consists of any number of people gathering together to enjoy a good nosh and a great show. Picnickers entering the competition may register in - [Announcing Your Henry V: Emilie Krause](https://delshakes.org/2017/05/announcing-your-henry-v-emilie-krause/) - Delaware Shakespeare is pleased to announced that the role of Henry will be played this summer by Emilie Krause. Emilie played Silvia for Del Shakes in 2013's The Two Gentlemen of Verona. As frequently happens, actors that we engage early in their careers proceed to exciting heights. Emilie has since worked with some of the top - [High School Intern Applications due May 15](https://delshakes.org/2017/04/high-school-intern-applications-due-may-15/) - Do you know a high school student who loves Shakespeare, loves theatre, and would like perform sonnets for our Summer Festival audience plus get an all-access pass to a professional theatre rehearsal process? We're accepting applications now for our High School Intern program. Applications are due May 15, with auditions May 18. Application form and - [Shakespeare Day in Dover](https://delshakes.org/2017/03/shakespeare-day-in-dover/) - CLICK HERE FOR VOLUNTEER INFORMATION SHEET April 23, 2017 is William Shakespeare’s 453rd birthday. To celebrate, Delaware Shakespeare Festival would like to present every single play Shakespeare ever wrote – in the course of one lunchtime, on The Green in downtown Dover, on Thursday, April 20. So we could use some help! In partnership with - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" 2017 Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2017/02/shakespeare-st-valentine-2017-playlist/) - DSF is pleased to announce the delightful combination of scenes, sonnets, song, and interactive elements that will make up the February 11 & 12 performances of Shakespeare + St. Valentine. Get your tickets here! Click here for more information. PLAYLIST "To Quote Shakespeare" (Song) "Romeo and Juliet" (Song) The Tempest Act III Scene 1 Twelfth Night Act I Scene 5 Henry IV, - [Community Tour Benefit Performance](https://delshakes.org/2016/10/communit-tour-benefit-performance/) - Please join us for a special BENEFIT PERFORMANCE OF PERICLES, PRINCE OF TYRE supporting the DELAWARE SHAKESPEARE COMMUNITY TOUR and efforts to bring professional Shakespeare to underserved and non-traditional audiences throughout Delaware Saturday, November 19 Wine Reception with the Actors at 7pm Presentation of "Muse of Fire" Award for inspiring ventures at the nexus of - [2017 Season Audition Announcement](https://delshakes.org/2016/12/2017-season-audition-announcement/) - We're now accepting headshots and resumes for non-union actors. CLICK HERE for more information. - [Pre-Show Wine Tasting Event July 24](https://delshakes.org/2016/07/pre-show-wine-tasting-event-july-24/) - Join us before the curtain rises on The Comedy of Errors on July 24 for wine and light refreshments, and raise a glass to the our friend William Shakespeare ... all while supporting DSF's many education programs, especially our college apprentice and high school intern programs during the summer festival. Guests at the Wine Tasting will be allowed - [ELEVEN by Vanesa Simon](https://delshakes.org/2016/05/eleven-by-vanesa-simon/) - In THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, a father and son have been separated for seven years. When the father believes he has been reunited, he has a confusing and disconcerting experience when his son does not recognize him. Egeon, the father, says: "Why look you strange on me? you know me well. O, grief hath changed - [Janssen's Market 4th Annual Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2016/07/janssens-market-4th-annual-picnic-contest/) - All the world's a stage, and all our park's a picnic during our fourth annual competitive picnicking event, sponsored by Janssen's Market (your one-stop shop for proper picnic essentials). A “picnic” consists of any number of people gathering together to enjoy a good nosh and a great show. Picnickers entering the competition may register in advance - [The Comedy of Errors - Director's Blog May](https://delshakes.org/2016/05/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-may/) - DSF’s Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer’s THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He’s writing a blog entry each month to let DSF’s fans into the creative process behind the production. As a director, now it’s crunch time. I’ve had a year or so to dream about the play and to work with - [The Comedy of Errors - Director's Blog April](https://delshakes.org/2016/04/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-april/) - DSF’s Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer’s THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He’s writing a blog entry each month to let DSF’s fans into the creative process behind the production. (All renderings by Sarah Mitchell) As I write this, we are only about six weeks from heading into rehearsals for The Comedy - [The Comedy of Errors - Director's Blog March](https://delshakes.org/2016/03/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-march/) - DSF’s Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer’s THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He’s writing a blog entry each month to let DSF’s fans into the creative process behind the production. In the cult classic mockumentary Waiting for Guffman, Parker Posey issues the immortal line, “It’s the day of the show y’all” before - [The Comedy of Errors – Director’s Blog January](https://delshakes.org/2016/01/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-january/) - DSF’s Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer’s THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He’s writing a blog entry each month to let DSF’s fans into the creative process behind the production. We started auditions this month for The Comedy of Errors (our session to complete casting was canceled by the blizzard, so final - [The Comedy of Errors - Director's Blog December](https://delshakes.org/2015/12/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-december/) - DSF's Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He's writing a blog entry each month to let DSF's fans into the creative process behind the production. Over the last few weeks, I've started the work of compiling the edited script of The Comedy of Errors. The process of - [The Comedy of Errors - Director's Blog November](https://delshakes.org/2015/11/the-comedy-of-errors-directors-blog-october/) - DSF's Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will be directing this summer's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS. He's writing a blog entry each month to let DSF's fans into the creative process behind the production. This is the “dreaming” portion of the director’s process. At this time, I’ve read the play a couple of times and am - [Our America, Our Shakespeare](https://delshakes.org/2016/03/our-america-our-shakespeare/) - En español Each spring, Delaware Shakespeare Festival's Community Cornerstone initiative aims to engage in community programming that fosters dialogue around key themes found in Shakespeare's plays that connect to modern life. In advance of our 2016 summer production of The Comedy of Errors, DSF invites you to explore "Our America, Our Shakespeare / Nuestra América, - [OUR AMERICA, OUR SHAKESPEARE Community Sharing - May 21](https://delshakes.org/2016/05/our-america-our-shakespeare-community-sharing/) - Program is free - Please CLICK HERE to register - [SHAKESPEARE IN SONG Performance - May 19](https://delshakes.org/2016/05/shakespeare-in-song-performance-may-19/) - Thursday, May 19 at 7:30pm CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS As part of OperaDelaware's Spring Festival, actors from Delaware Shakespeare Festival join soloists from OperaDelaware to explore favorite Shakespearean texts set by different classical composers. Join us in the casual setting of OperaDelaware's Riverfront Studio for a special one-night-only event! Location: 4 S. Poplar Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 - [Shakespeare Day in Wilmington](https://delshakes.org/2016/02/shakespeare-day-in-wilmington/) - This year, the world celebrates Shakespeare 400, the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death. Cities, states, and countries far and wide will host events honoring Shakespeare's legacy this year, and Delaware Shakespeare Festival plans to join in the fun by presenting every single play Shakespeare ever wrote -- in the course of one lunchtime, on - [Nuestra América, Nuestro Shakespeare](https://delshakes.org/2016/02/nuestra-america-nuestro-shakespeare/) - Cada primavera, la iniciativa Community Cornerstone (El Pilar de la Comunidad) del Delaware Shakespeare Festival tiene como objetivo participar en la programación de la comunidad que fomenta el diálogo en torno a temas clave que se encuentran en las obras de Shakespeare que se conectan a la vida moderna. Antes de nuestra producción del verano - [SHAKESPEARE + ST. VALENTINE is back at Chaddsford Winery - February 12](https://delshakes.org/2016/01/shakespeare-st-valentine-is-back-at-chaddsford-winery-february-12/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS (Link will take you to Chaddsford Winery ticket site) "Tell me for which of my bad parts didst thou first fall in love with me?" Much Ado About Nothing DSF brings a delightful mix of Shakespeare readings, song, and romance perfect for Valentine's Day week - back at Chaddsford Winery. Last year's event - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" 2016 Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2016/02/shakespeare-st-valentine-2016-playlist/) - DSF is pleased to announce the delightful combination of scenes, sonnets, song, and interactive elements that will make up the February 12 performances of Shakespeare + St. Valentine. Get your tickets here! Click here for more information. PLAYLIST "Sigh No More" Much Ado About Nothing (Song) Much Ado About Nothing Act I Scene 1 Macbeth Act I Scene 7 - [THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2015/12/the-comedy-of-errors-auditions/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is accepting headshots and resumes for non-union actors for its 2016 summer production, The Comedy of Errors, directed by Producing Artistic Director David Stradley. Female performers will be considered for some traditionally male roles. Performers of all ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to attend, as well as actors who play musical - [DSF ANNOUNCES SECOND 2016 PRODUCTION WITH LAUNCH OF NEW COMMUNITY TOUR](https://delshakes.org/2015/12/dsf-announces-second-2016-production-with-launch-of-new-community-tour/) - For the first time in its history, Delaware Shakespeare Festival will produce a second full Shakespeare play in 2016 with the launch of a major new initiative – the Delaware Shakespeare Community Tour. In November, a professional production of Shakespeare’s Pericles will travel throughout the state for three weeks, performing inside community centers, homeless shelters, - [Support DSF on #GivingTuesday](https://delshakes.org/2015/12/support-dsf-on-givingtuesday/) - In support of #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back, Matt and David give Dramatic Readings of their favorite audience comments from 2015. CLICK HERE to make a donation. https://youtu.be/KT8qvILNVYQ - [Shakespeare/Poe returns in 2015 with a twist](https://delshakes.org/2015/09/shakespearepoe-returns-in-2015-with-a-twist/) - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFORMATION ALL TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT Spend a night with two masters of the macabre - William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe. DSF actors will read bone-chilling selections from the plays of Shakespeare and the poems and short stories of Poe. In the - [SHAKESPEARE/POE 15 Playlist Announced](https://delshakes.org/2015/09/shakespearepoe-15-playlist-announced/) - Here are the texts that will be presented at this year's Shakespeare/Poe performances. Opening of "The Black Cat" - Poe Macbeth - Portions from Act 1 Scene 1 and Act 4 Scene 1 The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe - Excerpt from Volume 2, Chapter 6 Cymbeline - from Act 2 Scene 2 Portions of "The Pit and - ["Kate Speaks" Public Forum - May 19](https://delshakes.org/2015/05/kate-speaks-public-forum-may-19/) - Join DSF artists and Wilmington University scholars for an evening of reflection on the stories shared by Delawareans during the "Kate Speaks" program, an exploration of social barriers and Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. The Taming of the Shrew director Samantha Bellomo and star Felicia Leicht will summarize the insights gained from the community - [DSF Featured on WHYY First](https://delshakes.org/2015/08/dsf-featured-on-whyy-first/) - [Pre-Show Wine Tasting Event - July 31](https://delshakes.org/2015/06/pre-show-wine-tasting-event-73115/) - Join us before the curtain rises on The Taming of the Shrew on July 31 for wine and light refreshments, and raise a glass to the our friend William Shakespeare ... all while supporting DSF's many education programs, including our teacher training programs, the "Shakespeare: Then, Now and Always" program in local schools and our college - [Shop at Rockwood Farmers Market on Thursdays](https://delshakes.org/2015/07/shop-at-rockwood-farmers-market-on-thursdays/) - DSF patrons have one more food option if attending on either Thursday, July 23 or Thursday, July 30 - the New Castle County Farmers Market at Rockwood Park. Various stands selling locally grown food will be in the lower parking lot at Rockwood from 3pm-7pm. You can supplement your picnic with ease! CLICK HERE for - [Ife Foy's First Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2015/06/ife-foys-first-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Ife Foy (DSF’s Tranio) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. Upon completing the first week of rehearsal for The Taming of the Shrew, I am not only excited, but terrified! Before rehearsal began, I had the sense that Tranio drove a - [Kevin Hoffmann's Second Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2015/07/kevin-hoffmanns-second-week-of-rehearsals/) - After the second week of rehearsals, Kevin Hoffmann (DSF’s Lucentio) shared a few thoughts about where he is in the process of creating his role. Individually, the second week is about exploring the feeling and spiritual aspects of the performance. By spiritual, I mean to describe those aspects which are psychological, intangible or extramundane. The - [Janssen's Market 3rd Annual Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2015/06/janssens-market-3rd-annual-picnic-contest/) - All the world's a stage, and all our park's a picnic during our third annual competitive picnicking event, sponsored by Janssen's Market (your one-stop shop for proper picnic essentials). A “picnic” consists of any number of people gathering together to enjoy a good nosh and a great show. Picnickers entering the competition may register in - ["Best of Delaware" Recognition for DSF](https://delshakes.org/2015/06/best-of-delaware-recognition-for-dsf/) - We are honored to be named Delaware Today's Best of Delaware - Best Outdoor Arts Event 2015 Readers Choice!: "For the past twelve years, Delaware Shakespeare Festival has staged three weeks of plays each July. For the past three or four years, DSF has provided programming at other times, too, such as a Shakespeare/Poe series of - ["Kate Speaks" Happy Hour - May 13](https://delshakes.org/2015/05/kate-speaks-happy-hour/) - Come join The Taming of the Shrew director Samantha Bellomo and star Felicia Leicht for Shakespeare readings and discussion about gender roles (and other stereotypes) in the workplace. Kate is one of Shakespeare's most beloved female characters. She's brash and bold -- full of spirit, full of life, and full of fight. She rails against - ["Kate Speaks" Podcasts](https://delshakes.org/2015/04/kate-speaks-podcasts/) - Students from Haddonfield Memorial High School recorded "Kate Speaks" Podcasts as their final projects for a study unit on The Taming of the Shrew. Click on the links below to listen to their lively insights. Special thanks to Kimberly Dickstein for her efforts. Zoe Brandenberg - Under Pressure The pressures faced by high school students - [Final Weekend! Learn why we're excited to listen as "Kate Speaks!"](https://delshakes.org/2015/03/final-weekend-learn-why-were-excited-to-listen-as-kate-speaks/) - "Tis a very excellent piece of work, madam lady. Would 'twere done." - THE TAMING OF THE SHREW CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY-WIDE CONVERSATION As our "Kate Speaks" crowdfunding campaign draws to a close, we want to talk with you about why this campaign is so important to us, and what we hope will - ["Still Dreaming" at The Queen - Saturday, March 7](https://delshakes.org/2015/03/still-dreaming-at-the-queen-saturday-march-7/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is pleased to partner with The Light Up The Queen Foundation and Alzheimer's Association - Delaware Valley Chapter for a special screening of the documentary, "Still Dreaming." The screening will be held on Saturday, March 7 at 6pm at World Cafe Live at The Queen. Admission is Pay-What-You-Can. The Queen is located - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" at Chaddsford Winery - February 12](https://delshakes.org/2015/01/shakespeare-st-valentine-at-chaddsford-winery-february-12/) - **THIS IS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT** **THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT** CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS "Tell me for which of my bad parts didst thou first fall in love with me?" Much Ado About Nothing DSF is excited to present a delightful mix of Shakespeare readings, song, and romance perfect for Valentine's Day week - - [SHAKESPEARE/POE 14 "Playlist" Announced](https://delshakes.org/2014/09/shakespearepoe-14-playlist-announced/) - Here are the texts that will be presented at this year's Shakespeare/Poe performances. Opening of "The Black Cat" - Poe Macbeth - Portions from Act 1 Scene 1 and Act 4 Scene 1 "The Conqueror Worm" - Poe Macbeth - Macbeth Soliloquy from Act 5 Scene 5 Portions of "The Tell-Tale Heart" - Poe Macbeth - Act - [SHAKESPEARE/POE Back for 2014](https://delshakes.org/2014/09/shakespearepoe-back-for-2014/) - CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS & PARKING INFORMATION The Saturday, October 18, Sunday, October 19, and Saturday October 25 Performances are SOLD OUT. Spend a night with two masters of the macabre - William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe. DSF actors will read bone-chilling selections from the plays of Shakespeare and the poems and short stories - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - One last time](https://delshakes.org/2014/08/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-one-last-time/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen and Producing Artistic Director David Stradley spent over a year working together on HAMLET. They met recently to talk about how the production went, and they each shared some of their thoughts with DSF. August 19, 2014 GRIFFIN STANTON-AMEISEN Wow, it's been almost a month since our final performance of Hamlet, and - [Caroline Crocker's Third Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2014/06/caroline-crockers-third-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Caroline Crocker (DSF's Gertrude) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. June 30, 2014 When we started this process, I was concerned mostly with creating a loving relationship with Hamlet. While it was clear to me that there was dysfunction in the relationship, - [Michael Gamache's Second Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2014/06/michael-gamaches-second-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Michael Gamache (DSF's Ghost, Player King, and Gravedigger) shared a few thoughts about where he is in the process of creating his multiple roles. June 23, 2014 Our second week of rehearsals have ended, and the basic staging is completely done. This is a critical and exciting time. We have painted - [Clare Mahoney's First Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2014/06/clare-mahoneys-first-week-of-rehearsals/) - Clare Mahoney, DSF's Ophelia, shares a few thoughts on her first week of rehearsal. "I came into the first rehearsal extremely nervous about Ophelia. She is a confusing character who isn’t really in the play that much, doesn’t say that much, and has a very quick spiral into madness. I was scared and I had - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - May 2014](https://delshakes.org/2014/05/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-may-2014/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Producing Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Griffin and David have been meeting once a month since August to discuss the play and the character. With two weeks before rehearsal, we asked Griffin and David to share what they gained from the - [Bard's Belated Birthday Party + Wine Tasting](https://delshakes.org/2014/05/bards-belated-birthday-party-wine-tasting/) - William Shakespeare turned 450 this past April. But it's never too late to celebrate! Join DSF on Saturday, July 26 for a wine tasting and pre-show gathering before taking in the evening's performance of Hamlet. Ticket holders for this special event can gain access to the Festival grounds 15 minutes early (6pm) to place their chairs. - [Janssen's Market presents The 2nd Annual DSF Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2014/05/2nd-annual-dsf-picnic-contest-announced/) - Rules and Regulations Shakespeare invented some 1,700 words in the English language. “Picnic” was not one of them. Sadly. Delaware Shakespeare Festival nevertheless seeks to recognize and reward those audience members who put together a fine spread in preparation for this year’s performance of Hamlet on Saturday, July 19. Entry to the competition is free - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - April 2014](https://delshakes.org/2014/04/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-april-2014/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - March 2014](https://delshakes.org/2014/03/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-march-2014/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - [Announcing the "I Am Hamlet" Essay Contest](https://delshakes.org/2014/03/announcing-the-i-am-hamlet-essay-contest/) - Local high school and college students - now is your chance to let us know how you see yourself in Hamlet! We're challenging you to write a 500-word essay detailing how you personally connect to the character of Hamlet, referencing a specific selection from the play. Essays are due May 2, 2014. Winners receive a - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - February 2014](https://delshakes.org/2014/02/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-february-2014/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - ["Love's Labour's Won" Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2014/02/loves-labours-won-playlist/) - DSF is pleased to announce the delightful combination of scenes, sonnets, song, and interactive elements that will make up the February 12 performance of Love's Labour's Won. Get your tickets here! Click here for more information. PLAYLIST Sonnet 102 (Musical treatment) The Tempest Act III Scene 1 Sonnet 130 Sonnet 104 Henry VI Part One Act II Scene - [The "I Am Hamlet" Project Fundraising Campaign](https://delshakes.org/2014/01/the-i-am-hamlet-project-fundraising-campaign/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is excited to launch the "I Am Hamlet" Project - a community-wide exploration of Shakespeare's most famous play leading up to this summer's production of Hamlet. But we need your help to make it happen! Visit our crowd-funding campaign on WeDid.It, watch the intro video (with special guest appearances), and make a - [Love's Labour's Won - An Evening of Scenes and Sonnets](https://delshakes.org/2014/01/loves-labours-won-an-evening-of-scenes-and-sonnets/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS CLICK HERE FOR "PLAYLIST" "All days are nights to see till I see thee, And nights bright days when dreams do show me thee." - Sonnet 43 DSF presents a light-hearted evening of poetry, romance, spite, jealousy, and love conquering all. Actors from Philadelphia's Revolution Shakespeare (including many familiar to - [HAMLET Auditions](https://delshakes.org/2014/01/hamlet-auditions/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is accepting headshots and resumes for non-union actors for its 2014 summer production, Hamlet, directed by David Stradley. The role of Hamlet has already been cast. Monologue auditions: Sunday, January 19 from 1pm-6pm and Monday, January 20 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Auditions by appointment only. Rehearsals begin June 8 and will be held on - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - December 2013](https://delshakes.org/2013/12/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-december-2013/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They've agreed to share a short "journal entry" with DSF after each - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - November 2013](https://delshakes.org/2013/11/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-november-2013/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - [Delaware Teen Arts Council Accepting Membership Forms for 2013-14](https://delshakes.org/2013/10/delaware-teen-arts-council-accepting-membership-forms-for-2013-14/) - Are you interested in the Arts? Interested in connecting with like-minded peers? Have a passion for music, drama, dance, and visual arts? We invite you to join Delaware Teen Arts Council - a diverse group of teens (grade 9-12) from all over the region who want to learn more. CLICK HERE to download an information - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - October 2013](https://delshakes.org/2013/10/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-october-2013/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - [Sunday 10/27 Performance of SHAKESPEARE/POE is SOLD OUT](https://delshakes.org/2013/10/sunday-1027-performance-of-shakespearepoe-is-sold-out/) - This Sunday's performance Shakespeare/Poe at Rockwood Mansion is SOLD OUT. Get your tickets soon for the remaining performances Friday, October 25 at the Read House & Gardens or Saturday, October 26 at the Newark Arts Alliance. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS - [SHAKESPEARE/POE "Playlist" Announced](https://delshakes.org/2013/10/shakespearepoe-playlist-announced/) - Here are the texts that will be presented at this year's Shakespeare/Poe performances. Macbeth - Portions from Act 1 Scene 1 and Act 1 Scene 3 "The Conqueror Worm" - Poe Macbeth - Macbeth Soliloquy from Act 5 Scene 5 Conclusion of "The Masque of the Red Death" - Poe Macbeth - Portions from - [SHAKESPEARE/POE Back for 2013 - Now in 3 Locations!](https://delshakes.org/2013/09/shakespearepoe-back-for-2013-now-in-3-locations/) - CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS/PARKING INFORMATION Sunday, October 20 and Sunday, October 27 SOLD OUT Spend a night with two masters of the macabre - William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe. DSF actors will read selections perfect for the Halloween season from the plays of Shakespeare and the poems and short stories of Poe. Choose from - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - September 2013](https://delshakes.org/2013/09/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-september-2013/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They’ve agreed to share a short “journal entry” with DSF after each - [Griffin and David Talk HAMLET - August 2013](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/griffin-and-david-talk-hamlet-august-2013/) - Audience favorite Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet for DSF in 2014 and Artistic Director David Stradley will direct the production. Once a month, Griffin and David will be getting together to talk about the play, the character, and all sorts of other things. They've agreed to share a short "journal entry" with DSF after each - [2014 Festival Production Announced](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/2014-festival-production-announced/) - He was eaten by a bear in The Winter's Tale. He filled you with puckish delight in A Midsummer Night's Dream. He partnered with multiple adoptable dogs in The Two Gentlemen of Verona. In 2014, DSF is thrilled to announce that Griffin Stanton-Ameisen will play Hamlet. Next summer, DSF will celebrate the 450th anniversary of - [Faithful Friends Partnership Update](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/faithful-friends-partnership-update/) - Many patrons have been asking about the success of the partnership during The Two Gentlemen of Verona between DSF and Faithful Friends Animal Society - i.e., how many of the dogs got adopted! Faitfhul Friends supplied various adoptable dogs to play the canine role of Crab in Two Gents. It is with great joy that we - ["Me at TWO GENTS" Photo Contest Winner Unveiled](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/me-at-two-gents-photo-contest-winner-unveiled/) - Maryann Hendrix and family are the winners of the "Me at TWO GENTS" Facebook Photo Contest. "We are so excited," Maryann said. "We come every year, this year being at least the fifth or sixth." Maryann and family will be back for a seventh year with their prize of four tickets to the 2014 Festival - ["Delaware Arts Sampler Package" Raffle Prize Winner Announced](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/delaware-arts-sampler-package-raffle-prize-winner-announced/) - Congratulations to Jessica Spence of Bear, DE for being the lucky winner of the "Delaware Arts Sampler Package" Raffle. Jessica gets tickets to DSF, Delaware Theatre Company, First State Ballet Theatre, The Grand Opera House, New Candlelight Dinner Theatre, OperaDelaware, The Resident Ensemble Players, and an "Oeno Pro Bono" six pack of wine from Moore - [Congratulations to "The Two Ladies of Newark" - Winners of 1st Annual DSF Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/2013/08/congratulations-to-the-two-ladies-of-newark-winners-of-1st-annual-dsf-picnic-contest/) - "The Two Ladies of Newark (and their Manservant)" - also known as Donna Sever, Amy Shay and Manservant - were the winners of the 1st Annual DSF Picnic Contest, sponsored by Janssen's Market. The picnic contest was well and joyfully attended on Saturday, July 20. Read more about the winning entry of "The Two Ladies - ["Shakespeare's Playground" 7/31 at Kosciusko Park](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/shakespeares-playground-731-at-kosciusko-park/) - DSF is excited to announce a program we've created -"Shakespeare's Playground" - for the City of Wilmington's new Summer in the Parks Series. On July 31, August 9, and August 10, DSF will be presenting this one-hour interactive program at three different city parks. Wednesday at 1pm, we'll be at Kosciusko Park (Westside at Broom - [Final Performance of TWO GENTS Moved to OperaDelaware](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/final-performance-of-two-gents-moved-to-operadelaware/) - Today's uncertain weather forecast for our final performance has driven us inside. We want to make sure we get to complete our closing show for you! Tonight's 6pm performance will be held at: OperaDelaware 2nd Floor 4 S. Poplar Street Wilmington, DE 19801 CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS AND PARKING INFO We only have room for - [1st Annual DSF Picnic Contest Rules Announced](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/1st-annual-dsf-picnic-contest-rules-announced/) - JANSSEN'S MARKET presents The Delaware Shakespeare Festival Picnic Contest Rules and Regulations Shakespeare invented some 1,700 words in the English language. “Picnic” was not one of them. Sadly. Delaware Shakespeare Festival nevertheless seeks to recognize and reward those audience members who put together a fine spread in preparation for this year’s performance of The Two - [First Family Night - Tonight 7/14](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/first-family-night-tonight-714/) - Tonight is the first of three Family Nights for Two Gents. Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult admission. A Children's Activity Tent will introduce your kids to the play with arts and crafts that connect to the characters and plot. Show starts at 6pm; grounds open at 4:45pm for picnicking and - [Opening Night Take 2](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/opening-night-take-2/) - We're going to try again to get TWO GENTS open for you. Currently, it looks like there is a quickly moving thunderstorm that passes through the area during the 6 o'clock hour. This may cause us to forego pre-show entertainment, but we still want to perform TWO GENTS tonight. It's looking clear after the possible - [Rain Date Performance Added Tuesday 7/16](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/rain-date-performance-added-tuesday-716/) - Due to the cancellation of the opening night performance on Friday, July 12, DSF has added a rain date performance on Tuesday, July 16. The performance will begin at 7:30pm; grounds will open at 6:15pm for pre-show entertainment and picnicking. - [Opening Night (7/12/13) Cancelled Due To Rain](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/opening-night-71213-cancelled-due-to-rain/) - We waited as long as we could to see if this slow-moving storm would pass. Unfortunately, it looks like it will not. Therefore, tonight's opening night performance of THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA is cancelled. Audience members holding tickets for this evening will be contacted to make other arrangements. Living Social deals for this evening - [James Kassees' Tech Week](https://delshakes.org/2013/07/james-kassees-tech-week/) - Just before opening, we asked James Kassees (Antonio/Thurio) to share his thoughts about the tech week process for THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA and what he was looking forward to with opening night. July 11, 2013 Humans are storytellers. Why else would so many people work so hard for so long to produce a play, - [Who Is Silvia? (VIDEO)](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/who-is-silvia-video/) - This video montage shows a typical creativity-filled rehearsal for our production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona - a little dancing, a little music, some costume fittings, and a whole bunch of triangle! - [Midnight Munchies Food Truck at DSF Weekends This Summer](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/midnight-munchies-food-truck-at-dsf-weekends-this-summer/) - DSF is pleased to welcome Midnight Munchies Food Truck on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights of the 2013 Festival. Audience members who don't want to bring a full meal of their own to Rockwood Park can now purchase burgers, hot dogs, chicken fingers, delicious hand-cut fries and more from Midnight Munchies! Read more about Midnight Munchies here. - [DSF to feature adoptable dogs in THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/dsf-to-feature-adoptable-dogs-in-the-two-gentlemen-of-verona/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival will partner with Faithful Friends Animal Society (www.faithfulfriends.us) for their next production, The Two Gentlemen of Verona, July 12-28th at New Castle County’s Rockwood Park. The local no-kill shelter, now in their 13th year of operation, provides rescue and adoption services for cats and dogs, as well as outreach services such as - [Adam Darrow's Second Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/adam-darrows-second-week-of-rehearsals/) - After the second week of rehearsal, we asked Adam Darrow (DSF's Proteus) to share a few thoughts about his journey with the play. June 24, 2013 Every single time I begin working on a Shakespeare piece I've never performed, I get the exhilarating feeling that I know nothing; about Shakespeare, about acting, about myself. It's - [2nd Weekend of Open Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/2nd-weekend-of-open-rehearsals/) - Come on out to the park for our second weekend of open rehearsals. We'll be at Rockwood from 10am-4pm on Saturday 6/22 and 12n-4pm on Sunday 6/23. Last week's guests got to see the first stumble-through of our Act One. Who knows what you can catch this week? - [Emilie Krause's First Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/emilie-krauses-first-week-of-rehearsals/) - After the first week of rehearsal, we asked Emilie Krause (DSF's Silvia) to share a few thoughts about how rehearsals are going. June 17, 2013 Well, we've zipped through the first week of rehearsal. A thought or two: Rockwood Park is beautiful. There are secret stone benches under pine trees, and big stone boulders you - [Pictures - First Week of Rehearsals for TWO GENTS](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/pictures-first-week-of-rehearsals-for-two-gents/) - The action got underway this week as we began rehearsals for The Two Gentlemen of Verona. Catch some glimpses behind the scenes in these photos. - [Open Rehearsals!](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/open-rehearsals/) - Have you ever wondered how DSF makes Shakespeare so fun and understandable? Now is your chance to find out! DSF will be rehearsing its 2013 production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona outdoors at Rockwood Park over two weekends leading up to the July 12th opening night. You're invited to come out and watch our - ["Why I Love DSF": Doug Doerfler](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/why-i-love-dsf-doug-doerfler/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Doug Doerfler - Kennett Square, PA My first visit to DSF was in - ["A Midsummer's Day at Stoney's Pub" - Wednesday, June 5](https://delshakes.org/2013/06/a-midsummers-day-at-stoneys-pub-wednesday-june-5/) - Join DSF for "A Midsummer's Day at Stoney's British Pub" - Wednesday, June 5 from 11am-Close. It's the traditional kick-off to DSF's summer season! Come on out for a meal at Stoney's - a percentage of all food sales will be donated to DSF. Test your Shakespearean dog trivia, try your hand at a Two Gentlemen - ["Why I Love DSF": Maureen McCaffery](https://delshakes.org/2013/05/why-i-love-dsf-maureen-mccaffery/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Maureen McCaffery - Bear, DE Why and how do I love DSF? Let - ["Why I Love DSF": Lourdes Puig and Alicia Bonilla-Puig](https://delshakes.org/2013/04/why-i-love-dsf-lourdes-puig-and-alicia-bonilla-puig/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Lourdes Puig and Alicia Bonilla-Puig - Landenberg, PA In my family, my daughter - [Where Will TWO GENTS Be? (VIDEO)](https://delshakes.org/2013/03/where-will-two-gents-be-video/) - On March 8, 2013, the design team for The Two Gentlemen of Verona met at Rockwood Park to decide where in the park to place this summer's production. Watch the video below to uncover their answer - then read the following the quotes about what they made this decision. Samantha Bellomo, Director Why do I like the - ["Why I Love DSF": Matt Sullivan](https://delshakes.org/2013/03/why-i-love-dsf-matt-sullivan/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Matt Sullivan - Wilmington, DE A Summer’s Tale The summer of 2004 was - [2012 Annual Report Available Now](https://delshakes.org/2013/03/2012-annual-report-available-now/) - 2012 was a wonderful year for Delaware Shakespeare Festival on many fronts. Read about our 10th Anniversary Season in the 2012 Annual Report. Click here to read the DSF 2012 Annual Report. - [Happy Valentine's Day from DSF and Governor and First Lady Markell](https://delshakes.org/2013/02/happy-valentines-day-from-dsf-and-governor-and-first-lady-markell/) - As part of DSF's Shakespeare + St. Valentine event at World Cafe Live at The Queen on Tuesday, February 12, Delaware Governor Jack Markell and First Lady Carla Markell were kind enough to record a video of them reading Sonnet 116. As DSF's Valentine's Day present to you, here's the video! (Many, many thanks to - ["Why I Love DSF": Carol VanZoeren](https://delshakes.org/2013/01/why-i-love-dsf-carol-vanzoeren/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Carol VanZoeren - Wilmington, DE I got hooked on Shakespeare as a college - [Seeking College Apprentices for 2013 Festival](https://delshakes.org/2013/01/seeking-college-apprentices-for-2013-festival/) - DSF is now accepting application materials for its College Apprentice Program. Be a part of the company creating the 2013 Festival production of The Two Gentlemen of Verona. See the College Apprentice Program page for more information. Application materials are due by February 22, 2013. - ["Shakespeare + St. Valentine" at World Cafe Live at The Queen](https://delshakes.org/2013/01/shakespeare-st-valentine-at-world-cafe-live-at-the-queen/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS "This love will undo us all. O Cupid, Cupid, Cupid!" - Troilus and Cressida DSF is excited to present an intoxicating mix of Shakespeare readings, song, and romance perfect for Valentine's Day week. DSF actors will read some of Shakespeare's greatest loves scenes. Special guests will read sonnets. The evening will - [DSF Announces Auditions for 2013 Festival Production](https://delshakes.org/2013/01/dsf-announces-auditions-for-2013-festival-production/) - Information about auditions for The Two Gentlemen of Verona has just been posted to the Auditions page. Go to www.delshakes.org/about-us/auditions for a detailed listing. Auditions to be held February 9 and 10, 2013. - ["Why I Love DSF": Deborah Yutzy](https://delshakes.org/2012/12/why-i-love-dsf-deborah-yutzy/) - Each month leading up to the 2013 Festival, we will ask a different DSF audience member to share why they love DSF. We know different people come to the Festival for different reasons, so we are expecting each answer to be unique. Deborah Yutzy - Milford, DE I didn't know I liked Shakespeare until I - ["A Child's Christmas in Wales" - A Holiday Gift from DSF](https://delshakes.org/2012/12/a-childs-christmas-in-wales-a-holiday-gift-from-dsf/) - As a holiday gift from DSF to you, DSF Artistic Director David Stradley reads Dylan Thomas' classic holiday tale, "A Child's Christmas in Wales." The story is posted in four parts of about five minutes each. CLICK BELOW TO LISTEN Child's Christmas Pt 1 Child's Christmas Pt 2 Child's Christmas Pt 3 Child's Christmas - [10/28 "Shakespeare/Poe" Performances Postponed](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/1028-shakespearepoe-performances-postponed/) - New Castle County will be closing all County buildings at 3pm on Sunday to prepare for the potential impact of Hurricane Sandy. As a County property, Rockwood Museum will be closed to the public at that time. DSF is therefore unable to offer the scheduled 5pm and 7pm performances of "Shakespeare/Poe" at Rockwood Museum this - ["Shakespeare/Poe" Parking](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/shakespearepoe-parking-2/) - There is plenty of parking available at Rockwood. For "Shakespeare/Poe," we are directing patrons to a different parking area than they use when coming to the Summer Festival. The closest spots are located by the Museum. Enter into Rockwood Park and follow the "DSF Audience Drop-Off" signs through the first parking lot, turning left, and - ["Shakespeare/Poe" Playlist](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/shakespearepoe-playlist/) - We are pleased to announce the scenes, monologues, and poems to be read as part of the three showings of Shakespeare/Poe. "When shall we three meet again" - Macbeth Act 1, Scenes 1 and 3 "The Conqueror Worm" by Edgar Allan Poe "Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow" - Macbeth Act 5, Scene 5 "Double, double, - [SHAKESPEARE/POE #1 in Spark's "Stuff We Like" List](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/shakespearepoe-1-in-sparks-stuff-we-like-list/) - [JUST ADDED! Additional Showing of "Shakespeare/Poe"](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/just-added-additional-showing-of-shakespearepoe/) - Due to popular demand, DSF has added a showing of "Shakespeare/Poe" on Sunday, October 28 at 5pm. The 7pm showing that night is sold out. Buy your tickets now to make sure you are there to witness this unique event at Rockwood Museum. Location: Rockwood Museum (4651 Washington Street Extension, Wilmington, DE 19809) Dates: Thursday, - ["Shakespeare/Poe" - An Evening of Readings from "the dark side"](https://delshakes.org/2012/10/shakespearepoe-an-evening-of-readings-from-the-dark-side/) - The performances on Sunday, October 28 that were cancelled due to Hurricane Sandy have been rescheduled for Sunday, November 11. Tickets remain for the 5pm showing The 7pm showing is SOLD OUT. Parking Directions DSF is pleased to present an evening of readings from "the dark side" by two of the masters of the macabre - [Meet the Lady Directing THE TWO GENTS](https://delshakes.org/2012/09/meet-the-lady-the-two-gents/) - DSF is very happy to welcome Barrymore-nominated artist Samantha Bellomo as the director of the 2013 Festival Production - The Two Gentlemen of Verona. Samantha is the Resident Director at People's Light and Theatre Company in Malvern, PA. She is a multi-talented theatre artist, equally at home directing plays as she is choreographing fights and - [And the 2013 Festival Production Is...](https://delshakes.org/2012/09/and-the-2013-festival-production-is/) - DSF is thrilled to present Shakespeare's youthful romance, The Two Gentlemen of Verona. Ah, young love. Nothing can part best friends, Proteus and Valentine - except love. Proteus departs to see the world, leaving Valentine to pine after his Julia. When Valentine visits Proteus abroad, he quickly falls head over heels for Proteus' new-found love, - ["Guess the 2013 Festival Production" Challenge](https://delshakes.org/2012/09/guess-the-2013-festival-production-challenge/) - All throughout the month of September, DSF will be dropping hints as to the title of our 2013 Festival Production. You can find those hints on our Facebook page, Twitter stream, or here on the DSF website. Once you think you know the play, drop us an email at info@delshakes.org with your guess. There's only guess - [Please Take This Brief Audience Survey](https://delshakes.org/2012/08/please-take-this-brief-audience-survey/) - If you attended DSF's 2012 production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, we would be very grateful if you would take this brief 10-question survey. - [MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Sets DSF Attendance Record](https://delshakes.org/2012/08/midsummer-nights-dream-sets-dsf-attendance-record/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is pleased to announce that our 2012 production of A Midsummer Night's Dream was the best attended production in DSF history. Over 2400 people attended at Rockwood Park and another 313 joined us for our performance at the Freeman Stage. Thank you to all who attended for making this such a wonderful celebration - [No Rain Date Performance - Sunday, July 29](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/no-rain-date-performance-sunday-july-29/) - There will be no Rain Date Performance tonight, Sunday, July 29. Thanks to the over 2400 people who came out to see Midsummer over the past three weeks at Rockwood Park. This was one of our most successful summers ever - and we couldn't have done it without all of you. - [Video Preview of MIDSUMMER](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/video-preview-of-midsummer/) - Check out this hot off the presses video preview of DSF's A Midsummer Night's Dream. - [James Kassees' Second Week of Performances](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/james-kassees-second-week-of-performances/) - We asked DSF's Peter Quince, James Kassees, to share his thoughts on the second week of performances of A Midsummer Night's Dream. James is a veteran of the Delaware theatre scene, with performances at Arden Shakespeare Gild, City Theater Company, OperaDelaware, and many others. We’re now into our final week of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, - [The Reviews Are In!](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/the-reviews-are-in/) - The reviews are in for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Come out and see this splendid and magical production that critics and audiences alike are praising. Howard Shapiro from the Philadelphia Inquirer calls it a "spirited telling" by an "able cast," where, with an assist from Mother Nature, "life not only imitates art, it complements it." - [Sarah Van Auken's Tech Week and Opening Weekend](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/sarah-van-aukens-tech-week-and-opening-weekend/) - We asked DSF's Hermia, Sarah Van Auken, to share her thoughts on Tech Week and the Opening Weekend of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Sarah is a recent graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and has performed with such companies as Simpatico Theatre Project and Inis Nua Theatre. We have opened! We had - [Family Night - Sunday, July 15](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/family-night-sunday-july-15/) - Tonight is our first Family Night of 2012. Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult admission and we will have a Children's Activities Tent set-up. Showtime is 6pm. Grounds open at 4:45, and pre-show entertainment starts at 5:00. We've raised the age for Family Night from 10 to 12 this year, so - [Saturday and Sunday Performances 7/14 and 7/15](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/saturday-and-sunday-performances-714-and-715/) - We've gotten questions about rain due to the weekend forecasts of isolated and scattered storms. As Delaware weather patterns are so variable during the summer (it can be raining one place, and not raining in another a mile or so away), DSF typically does not cancel a performance ahead of the scheduled show time. We - [Adam Altman's Fourth Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/adam-altmans-fourth-week-of-rehearsal-2/) - We asked DSF's Bottom, Adam Altman, to share his thoughts on the fourth week of rehearsal for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Adam has perhaps performed in more plays at DSF than anyone besides Founding Artistic Director Molly Cahill Govern. Adam has appeared in Richard III, Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, The Winter's Tale, and, now, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Opening is - [Remember the Magic of 2011?](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/remember-the-magic-of-2011/) - Were you at Rockwood last year for DSF's beautiful production of The Winter's Tale? If you were, relive the magic with the video below of pictures from the 2011 Festival. If you weren't, watch the video to see what you missed - and don't miss the 2012 edition! - [Jamal Douglas' Third Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2012/07/jamal-douglas-third-week-of-rehearsal/) - We asked DSF's Lysander, Jamal Douglas, to share his thoughts on the third week of rehearsals for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Jamal performs at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia and graduated from Arcadia University. It has been such a pleasure and a gift working with this team of artists. We’re three weeks into the - [Caroline Crocker's Second Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2012/06/caroline-crockers-second-week-of-rehearsal2/) - We asked DSF's Titania, Caroline Crocker, to share her thoughts on the second week of rehearsals for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Caroline recently received her MFA from the University of Delaware's Professional Theatre Training Program. Two weeks in, and the play is starting to take shape! Not long ago, our production of Midsummer existed only - [Griffin Stanton-Ameisen's First Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/2012/06/griffin-stanton-ameisens-first-week-of-rehearsal/) - We asked DSF's Puck, Griffin Stanton-Ameisen, to share his thoughts on the first week of rehearsals for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Griffin played Antigonus last year in The Winter's Tale and is looking forward to not having to "Exit, pursued by a bear." It has been an absolute pleasure being back at DSF for - [MIDSUMMER Memory #7](https://delshakes.org/2012/06/midsummer-memory-7/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware’s favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year’s Festival, we’ll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (2003). Molly Cahill Govern - DSF Founding Artistic - [MIDSUMMER T-shirts are here!](https://delshakes.org/2012/06/midsummer-t-shirts-are-here/) - Everybody is going to want one. It will be the hot style of the summer. Get the oh so fashionable MIDSUMMER t-shirts Wednesday, June 6 at the Midsummer's Day Celebration at Stoney's - or starting July 13 out at Rockwood Park at the 2012 Festival. - [A Midsummer's Day Celebration at Stoney's - June 6](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/a-midsummers-day-celebration-at-stoneys/) - Join us for... To kick off our summer season, our friends at Stoney's Pub are hosting a day-long fundraiser for Delaware Shakespeare Festival. Stoney's will be donating 10% of all food purchases to DSF. Wednesday, June 6 11am - Closing 3007 Concord Pike Wilmington, DE You'll have a chance to meet some of the - [MIDSUMMER Design Sneak Peek](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/midsummer-design-sneak-peek/) - The design team for this summer's production of A Midsummer Night's Dream is aiming to create a "playground for the imagination" for Shakespeare's most magical play to live in. The production will not be set in one particular time period, but rather is aiming to capture a timeless, slightly mythic feel. As Director David Stradley - [MIDSUMMER Memory #6](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/midsummer-memory-6/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware’s favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year’s Festival, we’ll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (2003). Nancy B. Lynch - DSF Board Chair - ["Lay on, Macduff" Contest](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/lay-on-macduff-contest/) - Do you think you have what it takes to be a Shakespearean actor? Come give it your best shot at the “Lay on, Macduff” Contest during Delaware Shakespeare Festival’s The Bard's Lobby Faire prior to The Grand’s presentation of MacHomer on May 20. Aspiring thespians (or just natural hams) will compete to see who can - [Shakespeare Costume Competition](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/shakespeare-costume-competiton/) - We’re sure a lot of you have got dashing Elizabethan costumes somewhere in your closet. So come on out in costume to The Bard's Lobby Faire on Sunday, May 20 for a chance to win free tickets from DSF and The Grand. From 6pm-7pm, prior to The Grand’s presentation of MacHomer, DSF will be filling - [The Bard's Lobby Faire - May 20](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/the-bards-lobby-faire-may-20/) - Sunday, May 20 Throughout The Grand Opera House 6pm to 7pm Prior to The Grand’s presentation of MacHomer on May 20, Delaware Shakespeare Festival will fill the lobby of The Grand with Shakespearean and Renaissance fun and entertainment. There will be music and Shakespeare performances from area high school students, a sneak peek of - [DSF 10th Anniversary Celebration](https://delshakes.org/2012/05/dsf-10th-anniversary-celebration/) - Sunday, May 20, 2012 - 7:00 PM The Grand 818 North Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware The evening will begin with a performance of MacHomer in Copeland Hall. Rick Miller's MacHomer is a one-man vocal spectacular featuring spot-on impressions of over 50 voices from TV's "The Simpsons" in a performance of Shakespeare's most infamous play, Macbeth. Immediately - [Midsummer Memory #5](https://delshakes.org/2012/04/midsummer-memory-5/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware’s favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year’s Festival, we’ll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM (2003). RICH PRUGH - "Lysander" When I auditioned - ["The Year of the Bard" Kick-Off Celebration - April 22](https://delshakes.org/2012/04/the-year-of-the-bard-kick-off-celebration/) - THE YEAR OF THE BARD Celebration Featuring the premiere performance of Romeo & Juliet 3D: Drama, Duet, Dance Sunday, April 22, 2012 2pm the baby grand 818 N. Market Street "The Year of the Bard" is an exciting year-long interdisciplinary arts festival that will feature a wide array of Shakespeare-themed performances. The - [MIDSUMMER Memory #4](https://delshakes.org/2012/03/midsummer-memory-4/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware's favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year's Festival, we'll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (2003). KATE MONAGHAN - Audience Member My husband, - [DSF Audience Survey](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/1341/) - At DSF, we truly value the opinion of our audience. As we celebrate our 10th summer, we are hard at work creating a Strategic Plan that will lead us into the next ten years. Your responses to these 12 short questions will be a huge asset in helping us craft that plan. - [DSF Monthly - January 2012](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/dsf-monthly-january-2012/) - We hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday and are enjoying the start of the new year. In this month's newsletter, you'll find some fun facts about the creative team that is already at work dreaming up the 2012 production of A Midsummer Night's Dream and learn about ways you can participate - [MIDSUMMER Memory #3](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/midsummer-memory-3/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware's favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year's Festival, we'll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (2003). BRIAN K. ELAM - "Robin Starveling" Alright. Seriously. - [DSF Featured in Spark 2012 Preview](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/dsf-featured-in-spark-2012-preview/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival continues to feel the love from the local press. After being picked as one of the 2012's "Delightful Dozen" by 55 Hours just before sale fluffy using pores it already. the new year (read that article here), DSF was featured in Spark's 2012 Preview issue (January 4). We are picked as one - [DSF Announces Auditions for 2012 Festival Production](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/dsf-announces-auditions-for-2012-festival-production/) - Calling all actors!!! Information about auditions for A Midsummer Night's Dream has just been posted to the Auditions page. Go to www.delshakes.org/about-us/auditions for a detailed listing. Auditions to be held February 11 and 12, 2012. - [DSF Makes 55 HOURS "2012's Delightful Dozen"](https://delshakes.org/2012/01/dsf-makes-55-hours-2012s-delightful-dozen/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival is excited to be involved in a unique collaboration with First State Ballet Theater, OperaDelaware, and many, many other Delaware cultural organizations to make 2012-13 "The Year of the Bard" in the First State. Plans are still being developed, but that didn't stop the NewsJournal and 55Hours from making the collaboration one - [DSF Monthly - December 2011](https://delshakes.org/2011/12/dsf-monthly-december-2011/) - We hope you and your family are enjoying a peaceful holiday season. In this month's newsletter, you can read the second in our series of reminiscences about DSF's 2003 inaugural production of A Midsummer Night's Dream - and find news about dates and staff who will be bringing you DSF's 2012 A Midsummer Night's Dream. MIDSUMMER Memory - [MIDSUMMER Memory #2](https://delshakes.org/2011/12/midsummer-memory-2/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we take a look back at how one of Delaware's favorite summer traditions got its start. Each month until this year's Festival, we'll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (2003). GARY SMITH - "Egeus" The poster advertising - [DSF Monthly - November 2011](https://delshakes.org/2011/11/dsf-monthly-november-2011/) - As we head into the holiday season and begin preparation for our 10th Anniversary production, we at Delaware Shakespeare Festival have much to be grateful for. The support of passionate Shakespeare fans like you! A tremendous 2011 production of The Winter's Tale A new board member, Charles Conway, who was recently profiled by the NewsJournal as one of - [MIDSUMMER Memory #1](https://delshakes.org/2011/11/midsummer-memories-pt-1/) - As DSF gets ready to celebrate its Tenth Anniversary, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at how one of Delaware's favorite summer traditions go its start. Each month until this year's Festival, we'll hear the memories of a participant in the inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM (2003). GREG - [Won't you consider giving to DSF?](https://delshakes.org/2011/11/wont-you-consider-giving-to-dsf/) - We hope you'll consider supporting the Delaware Shakespeare Festival. Only half of our funds come from ticket sales. We depend on the support of individuals like YOU to help us stage our annual summer production and offer year-round education programs throughout the state. Donate through Network For Good Donate using this Printable Form Or register - [Festival Favorite David Stradley Announced As New Leader](https://delshakes.org/2011/09/festival-favorite-david-stradley-announced-as-new-leader/) - The Festival is excited to announce that David Stradley, a director and actor with a long history with the company, has been appointed as the new artistic director. David just directed DSF's critically acclaimed 2011 production of The Winter's Tale. As an actor, David might be best remembered as playing Richard in DSF's 2007 production - [DSF Founder Molly Cahill Govern moving on](https://delshakes.org/2011/09/dsf-founder-molly-cahill-govern-moving-on/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival's founding artistic director, Molly Cahill Govern, has announced that she will be stepping down from her post to focus on her theatre career in Washington, D.C. "After nine wonderful seasons, I am moving on to new opportunities near my home in Virginia," Molly says. "I am very proud to be the founder - [Coverage of the 2011 Festival from Content Delaware](https://delshakes.org/2011/08/coverage-of-the-2011-festival-from-content-delaware/) - Content Delaware is a non-commercial, hyper-local website featuring high quality digital video stories and interviews focusing exclusively on Delaware. Here is there coverage from the 2011 Festival production of The Winter's Tale. - [Volunteer for the Festival](https://delshakes.org/2011/06/volunteer-for-the-festival/) - Ever wanted to be involved with the Festival, but you weren't sure how? Here's your chance to be part of the fun! Volunteers are integral to the Delaware Shakespeare Festival. Individuals who generously donate their time and talents are the best friends of the theatre. We have many opportunities from front-of-house to behind-the-scenes. For more - [Next Wednesday: A Midsummer Night's Meal at Stoney's!](https://delshakes.org/2011/06/next-wednesday-a-midsummer-nights-meal-at-stoneys/) - A Midsummer Night's Meal A Fundraiser for the Delaware Shakespeare Festival Join us as we raise a fork (and a pint) to the start of DSF's 9th season! 10% of all food purchases will directly benefit DSF programs. Mingle with the cast and crew of The Winter's Tale and be among the first to own - [Announcing the cast of THE WINTER'S TALE](https://delshakes.org/2011/05/announcing-the-cast-of-the-winters-tale/) - Announcing the cast of Leontes- Erik Mathew+ Hermione- Janice Rowland Polixenes- Reuben Mitchell Camillo- Adam Altman+ Paulina- Molly Cahill Govern+ Antigonus- Griffin Stanton-Ameisen Mamillius- Tiernan Harcourt-Brooke+ Shepherd- Jerry Carrier Clown- David Strattan White Autolycus- Jake Blouch Florizel- Sean Bradley Perdita- Isa St. Clair Ensemble- Drumlin Brooke*, Mia - [DSF Monthly - April 2011](https://delshakes.org/2011/04/dsf-monthly-march-2011/) - "April dressed in all his trim Hath put a spirit of youth in every thing." Sonnet 98 Happy spring! April 23 marks Shakespeare's 447th birthday, and you can help the Delaware Shakespeare Festival celebrate with a gift to honor the Bard. By supporting DSF, you ensure that our programs will entertain and educate - [DSF Monthly - February 2011](https://delshakes.org/2011/04/dsf-monthly-february-2011/) - Dear Friends, As we brave the last storms of winter, our thoughts turn to this summer and our 9th annual outdoor production, The Winter's Tale. If you've ever wanted to be involved with the Festival, we have some exciting opportunities coming up, so read on! Auditions for The Winter's Tale The Delaware Shakespeare - [DSF Monthly - January 2011](https://delshakes.org/2011/02/dsf-monthly-january-2011/) - For information on our 2011 Production Sponsor, Bringing Shakespeare into your Classroom, and details on the 2011 Summer Festival, view DSF Monthly - January 2011. - [It's not too late to make a 2010 donation!](https://delshakes.org/2011/01/its-not-too-late-to-make-a-2010-donation/) - Happy New Year! As we look ahead to an exciting 2011 season, don't forget to make your tax-deductible donation before the end of the year. You can mail it in, or you can donate online. It's easy! Your donation directly supports our critically-acclaimed programs that bring Shakespeare to the First State. Thank you for your - [Happy Holidays](https://delshakes.org/2011/01/happy-holidays/) - Happy Holidays from your friends at Donate Today! Thanks to friends like you, DSF continues to bring professional Shakespeare to growing audiences at the summer festival and to schools and community groups through our Education and Outreach programs. You make it all happen. We can't do it without you. Send donations to: - [It's Cyber Monday...Shop online and support DSF](https://delshakes.org/2010/11/its-cyber-monday-shop-online-and-support-dsf-2/) - Shop Online and Support DSF! It's the biggest day of the year for online shopping and many of you will no doubt be purchasing many gifts for your loved ones. But the holiday season is also a time for giving, so why not get your holiday shopping done and support the Delaware Shakespeare Festival at - [DSF Monthly - November 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/11/dsf-monthly-november-2010/) - Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at the Delaware Shakespeare Festival Thanks for being a Friend of the Festival! Exciting News! David Stradley to direct The Winter's Tale The Delaware Shakespeare Festival is excited to announce that Festival favorite David Stradley will direct the 2011 mainstage festival production. Audiences will remember David from onstage appearances with - [DSF Monthly - October 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/11/dsf-monthly-october-2010/) - 'Tis now the very witching time of night... Happy Halloween! As we enter our ninth season of exciting professional theatre at Rockwood Park, we want to thank you for making this summer's production of Macbeth such a great success. Thanks to friends like you, DSF continues to bring professional Shakespeare to growing audiences at the - [DSF Monthly - September 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/10/dsf-monthly-september-2010/) - As students head back for another school year, we'd like to acknowledge the winner of the 2010 Delaware English Teacher of the Year, presented by our Macbeth sponsor, Prestwick House, Inc. DSF's school-visit program, Shakespeare: Then, Now, and Always, teaches students new ways to understand and enjoy Shakespeare. For more information on these items and - [Thank you!](https://delshakes.org/2010/08/thank-you/) - With the close of another successful season, the Delaware Shakespeare Festival would like to thank everyone who braved the heat and made it out to see Macbeth. As always, we couldn't do it without your patronage and support. Join us in 2011 for The Winters Tale! - [Last chance to see MACBETH!](https://delshakes.org/2010/07/last-chance-to-see-macbeth/) - Macbeth closes July 31! Final 2 performances: Friday, July 30 Saturday, July 31 Don't miss this exciting Shakespearean thriller! Buy Tickets All shows begin at 7:30pm. Gates open at 6:15pm for picnicking and pre-show entertainment. Click here to purchase tickets! - [Critics love MACBETH!](https://delshakes.org/2010/07/critics-love-macbeth/) - "The outdoor stage... couldn't have been more perfect. Swift and exciting - an audience of any age can appreciate the action. And the beautiful grounds, delicious picnics and even more delicious tragedy are a truly enjoyable experience." - Sarah Lawson, The News Journal "Successful... A very good sign that Will is alive and will continue - [CommunityPub.com](https://delshakes.org/2010/07/communitypub-com/) - Something wicked this way comes: Delaware Shakespeare Festival to perform 'Macbeth' By Adam Zewe Community News Posted Jul 06, 2010 @ 10:16 PM Brandywine Hundred, Del. — It’s one of William Shakespeare’s most famous tragedies – a harrowing tale of ambition, greed and vengeance – but to say the play’s name aloud is to risk - [Live Arts & Fringe Festival Blog](https://delshakes.org/2010/07/live-arts-fringe-festival-blog/) - Road Trip! Delaware Shakespeare Festival Gears Up "Macbeth" Posted At : July 7, 2010 3:15 PM | Posted By : Live Arts Festival & Philly Fringe Chomping at the bit for your outdoor Shakespeare? Can't wait for Clark Park at the end of the month? Well, Molly Cahill Govern's got a deal for you. For - [DSF Monthly - June 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/07/dsf-monthly-june-2010/) - In this month's newsletter, DSF welcomes a new "Festival Friend": Serviam Girls Academy and Macbeth rehearsals are underway. DSF Monthly - June 2010 - [DSF Monthly - May 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/05/dsf-monthly-may-2010/) - In this month's DSF Newsletter, DSF has many exciting announcements and opportunities. Don't miss your opportunity to advertise in this years Playbill. Advertisments need to be submitted by June 10th. DSF announces this years Production Sponsor and the Cast of Macbeth. View DSF Monthly - May 2010 - [Celebrate Bard's Birthday tomorrow at Stoney's British Pub](https://delshakes.org/2010/04/celebrate-bards-birthday-tomorrow-at-stoneys-british-pub/) - The Delaware Shakespeare Festival invites the community to celebrate William Shakespeare's birthday at Stoney's British Pub (3007 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE) for an all-day fundraising event on April 21, 2010. Click for complete details. - [DSF fundraising event at Stoney's British Pub](https://delshakes.org/2010/04/dsf-fundraising-event-at-stoneys-british-pub/) - The Delaware Shakespeare Festival invites the community to celebrate William Shakespeare's birthday at Stoney's British Pub (3007 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE) for an all-day fundraising event on April 21, 2010. Click for complete details. - [DSF Monthly - March 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/03/dsf-monthly-march-2010/) - Celebrate the 446th Birthday of Shakespeare with your Delaware Shakespeare Festival friends! On Wednesday, April 21, Stoney's British Pub will donate 10% of the entire day's food sales to DSF. Be there for food, fun, and the chance to buy your very own Macbeth t-shirt. Mark your calendar today! View details about our upcoming events - [DSF Monthly - February 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/03/dsf-monthly-february-2010/) - DSF offers apprenticeships for college students who wish to start their careers before graduation. Apprentices work with the Festival's professional directors, actors, designers, and staff to gain hands-on experience both on and off the stage. Read DSF Monthly - February 2010 for more details - [DSF Monthly - January 2010](https://delshakes.org/2010/01/dsf-monthly-january-2010/) - 2009: A Great Year for DSF! January is a time to look back and look ahead. Last year was a big success for the company. January's newsletter lists a few reminders of the great things that happened at the Delaware Shakespeare Festival in 2009. Don't forget to book your holiday vacation through iGive. View DSF - [Happy Holidays from DSF](https://delshakes.org/2009/12/happy-holidays-from-dsf/) - Doing your holiday shopping online this year? Why not shop with iGive and support DSF? View December's Newsletter for details. - [IT'S CYBER MONDAY...SHOP ONLINE AND SUPPORT DSF!](https://delshakes.org/2009/11/its-cyber-monday-shop-online-and-support-dsf/) - IT'S CYBER MONDAY...SHOP ONLINE AND SUPPORT DSF! View the newsletter released today to find out all the details. - [November Newsletter](https://delshakes.org/2009/11/november-newsletter/) - DSF has just released the November Newsletter. See what's new this month. View November Newsletter - [Thank you for joining us](https://delshakes.org/2009/08/thank-you-for-joining-us/) - We appreciate your coming to the 2009 Delaware Shakespeare Festival. Dear Friend, On behalf of the entire staff, cast and crew of the Delaware Shakespeare Festival, we want to thank you for joining us for the 2009 Festival performance of Twelfth Night. By joining us for an evening of the Festival, you not only were taking - [Catch the final performances of Twelfth Night](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/catch-the-final-performances-of-twelfth-night/) - Don't miss your chance to see Twelfth Night. Final performances this Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30pm. Bring a picnic dinner or buy a boxed dinner and arrive at the show grounds at 6:30pm. Show Orientation begins at 6:40, followed by the Pre-show at 7:05pm. Don't miss your chance, order your tickets - [More Rave Reviews for Twelfth Night](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/more-rave-reviews-for-twelfth-night/) - Check out Delaware Arts Info's blog to read full review and discuss the show. Read full review and blog about Twelfth Night - ['Twelfth Night' is charming, comical -- and full of advice](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/twelfth-night-is-charming-comical-and-full-of-advice/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival's Production of Twelfth Night received rave reviews from Tom Butler, Special to the News Journal. Click here to read the full review. - [Note regarding online ticket purchases for Friday, July 17](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/note-regarding-online-ticket-purchases-for-friday-july-17/) - Friday's performance of Twelfth Night was cancelled due to inclement weather. Those in attendance were provided rain vouchers good for any future performance. If you were unable to make it down to the park and purchased your tickets online, just show your receipt at the box office to gain admittance to any future performance. Twelfth - [Twelfth Night Opens Friday, July 17th!](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/twelfth-night-opens-friday-july-17th/) - Don't miss Opening Weekend! Twelfth Night opens this Friday, July 17th. Read complete details from our latest Newsletter - [Delaware Shakespeare Festival Presents Twelfth Night](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/delaware-shakespeare-festival-presents-twelfth-night/) - View Press Release - [DSF featured in Signature Brandywine July 2009](https://delshakes.org/2009/07/signature-brandywine-july-2009/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival & Molly Cahill Govern were featured in Signature Brandywine's July 2009 issue in an article written by Victor Greto. Click the link below to view the article. Signature Brandywine July 2009 - [Wed. Show cancelled for rain](https://delshakes.org/2009/05/wed-show-cancelled-for-rain/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival will cancel the Wed. 7/24 performance due to inclement weather. - [Memorial Day message from the Board](https://delshakes.org/2009/05/memorial-day-message-from-the-board/) - "We few, we happy few, we band of brothers; For he to-day that sheds his blood with me Shall be my brother..." Henry V, Act IV, scene iii In this week between the official and traditional days to celebrate Memorial Day, I'm reminded of all the heroic characters in Shakespeare's plays, particularly of the stirring - [A Midsummer Night's Meal at Stoney's](https://delshakes.org/2009/05/a-midsummer-nights-meal-at-stoneys/) - What: A Midsummer Night's Meal at Stoney's, benefitting the Delaware Shakespeare Festival Where: Stoney's British Pub, 3007 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 When: Wednesday, June 17, 2009. 11:00am - 1:00am How it works: 10% of all food purchases will be donated to DSF. Beverages are not included. - [Delaware Shakespeare Festival Announces its Annual Production](https://delshakes.org/2009/03/delaware-shakespeare-festival-announces-its-annual-production/) - View Press Release ## Pages - [Delaware Shakespeare](https://delshakes.org/) - [2026 Performance with a Purpose](https://delshakes.org/2026-performance-with-a-purpose/) - After gallivanting through Delaware bringing high quality theatre with the full spectrum of humanity, Delaware Shakespeare's The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) (again) comes home to celebrate the month long tour. It will be a full night of food and beverages, raffles and a performance to remember! TICKETS Industry - $25 General Admission - - [Announcing our Community Tour!](https://delshakes.org/community-tour-2026/) - The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) (again) Written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield Revised by Adam Long and Jess Winifield Directed by Mariah Ghant Performance dates: September 7th - September 27th This rapid-fire comedic romp transports you through all 36 of Shakespeare's plays in under 100 minutes. Complete Works is an - [Embers of Freedom](https://delshakes.org/embers-of-freedom/) - Embers of Freedom: The Declaration of Independence through the Eyes of Many What sparks your sense of freedom? Delaware Shakespeare will contemplate this question with a performative reading of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout the performance, Del Shakes artists will weave in readings from underrepresented in the original creation of the Declaration including writings from - [ShakesBeer at Fort DuPont](https://delshakes.org/shakesbeer-at-fort-dupont/) - New Date! ShakesBeer at Fort DuPont: Much Ado & Much to Drink! Join Delaware Shakespeare at Fort DuPont for a night of local beer and tipsy, outdoor Shakespeare! Get ready to laugh along with our actors as they perform a jam-packed, 50-minute version of Much Ado About Nothing, one of earliest romantic comedies. You'll also get insider info on - [Much Ado About Nothing Program](https://delshakes.org/much-ado-about-nothing-program/) - Leo Mock (he/they) is a theatre-maker, clown, and consent educator based in Philly. Recent intimacy choreography and consultancy credits include The Wilma, Azuka, InterAct, and Delaware Shakespeare, as well as Bloom Bloom Pow at Skidmore. They recently debuted their solo show, Lady! Lady! Lady!, and you can read his writing in The Intimacy Coordinator’s Guidebook - [Embers of Freedom Bios](https://delshakes.org/embers-of-freedom/embers-of-freedom-bios/) - Elliot (he/him) is a graduate of Rowan University where he studied Theatre Arts and Women’s and Gender Studies. When he’s not performing or stage managing, he works throughout the Philadelphia area as a teaching artist, artistic administrator, and youth services library assistant. Recent credits include: Draw the Circle (Hedgerow Theatre Co, Stage Manager), A - [Shakespeare's In Session](https://delshakes.org/shakespeares-in-session/) - UPDATE: Due to sudden venue changes, we are cancelling our Shakespeare's in Session FUNdraiser. The Box Office will reach out with more information. We are sorry for the inconvenience and we appreciate your patience and support. A Del Shakes Education FUNdraiser SUNDAY, JUNE 14th at 2pm The Salesianum School Auditorium Celebrate the joy of learning - [Team](https://delshakes.org/about-us/staff/) - Producing Artistic DirectorMariah Ghant, mariah@delshakes.org Business ManagerBob Stineman, bob@delshakes.org Marketing and Communications ManagerZoë Gilmore, zoe@delshakes.org The Artistic SquadLeo MockLex Thammavong The Artistic Squad aims to incorporate artists’ perspective into the year-round administrative and artistic thinking of Delaware Shakespeare. In the first years of the Artistic Squad, the artists will play a major part in implementing - [Board of Directors](https://delshakes.org/about-us/board-of-directors/) - Matthew Kinservik, President Stefan Tuomanen Masure, Treasurer Mari Pack, Secretary Jennifer Becnell-Guzzo, At-Large Ellen Cappard, At-Large Susan Guariano, At-Large Mariah Ghant, Ex-Officio Eric Mills, At-Large Rachelle Pownall-Brown, At Large - [Spring Sonnet Strolls](https://delshakes.org/spring-sonnet-strolls/) - Featuring scenes from A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like It, and Romeo and Juliet. May 9th at Rockwood Park May 17th at Fort DuPont Join us for Spring Sonnet Strolls coming to the historic and stunning Rockwood Park and Fort DuPont. This event will feature four Del Shakes actors performing in four short scenes, - [Jobs](https://delshakes.org/about-us/jobs/) - The Complete Works of Shakespeare, Abridged, Revised, Again Audition Submissions SEEKINGDelaware Shakespeare is holding auditions for non-AEA actors for our Fall 2026 Community Tour production of The Complete Works of Shakespeare, Abridged, Revised, Again written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, Jess Winfield and directed by Mariah Ghant. Actors are welcome to submit for an in-person appointment - [About Us](https://delshakes.org/about-us/) - Delaware Shakespeare creates year-round professional theatre and educational programs for residents and friends of the State of Delaware. At Del Shakes, people from all walks of life celebrate and explore their shared humanity through the lens of Shakespearean work. We hope you will join us for Spring Sonnet Strolls coming up in May! Learn more. - [Caribbean King](https://delshakes.org/caribbean-king/) - A New Play Reading & Talkback Written by AZ Espinoza Directed by Cat Ramirez Join Delaware Shakespeare for an exciting exploration of a new play. Written by AZ Espinoza (Director of Del Shakes' Summer Fest Macbeth 2023), Caribbean King takes inspiration from Shakespeare's King Lear to create a modern twist. Cord returns to the Caribbean island of his birth as - [Del Shakes Book Club](https://delshakes.org/book-club/) - Delaware Shakespeare invites you to a new community gathering: the Del Shakes Book Club, a quarterly reading series hosted in Wilmington, DE. Each quarter, we’ll read a book inspired by Shakespeare and come together for an in-person conversation over snacks and wine. Conversations will be guided by a literary or Shakespearean expert and/or community member. Our - ["Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras" On Film](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-on-film/) - Experience Delaware Shakespeare’s 2025 Summer Festival production of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, performed live at Rockwood Park! This bilingual reimagining of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy brings Illyria to life with music, movement, and Del Shakes’ signature community spirit. Join Viola, Orsino, Olivia, Malvolio, and the rest of the unforgettable ensemble as mistaken identities, unexpected - [Shakesbeer - February 2026](https://delshakes.org/shakesbeer-2026/) - Get ready for another curated night of brews with the Bard! Shakesbeer is back in Wilmington, DE this February! Join Delaware Shakespeare and the amazing crew at Wilmington Brew Works on Feb. 20 at 7:30 PM during Greater Wilmington Beer Week for a night of select performances highlighted by local craft brews. Experience readings of - [Shake It Up: Shakespearean Scenework for Actors of All Levels](https://delshakes.org/shake-it-up/) - Join the Del Shakes Artistic Squad for "Shake It Up: Shakespearean Scenework for Actors of All Levels," a 3-day workshop at OperaDelaware! If you've ever wanted to dip your toe into acting, this is a great chance to try a scene. Learn to decipher your scene under pressure, identify key beats, make bold character choices, - [Individual Donations](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/individual-donors/) - We cannot do this without your help. Your generosity helps to brings our community together for vibrant theatre and learning experiences. Your tax-deductible gift to Delaware Shakespeare allows people from all walks of life to celebrate and explore their shared humanity through the lens of Shakespearean works. Donations via check are always welcome. You can - [DIY - Shakespeare in the Classroom](https://delshakes.org/diy-shakespeare-in-the-classroom/) - Are you studying Shakespeare in your classroom and looking for a more engaging way to engage with your students? Invite Del Shakes to lead a customized classroom seminar to join and make the story come alive! No matter the play, a Del Shakes Teaching Artist will work with you to build the perfect workshop structure - [Twelfth Night Film Screening](https://delshakes.org/world-premiere-film-screening-of-twelfth-night/) - We're thrilled to announce the screening of our critically acclaimed bilingual musical adaptation Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, to be screened at Theatre N (221 W 10th St, Wilmington, DE) on Sunday, Jan. 25th at 2:00 PM (NEW DATE + TIME)! We hope you’ll join us for what critics called an “excellent modernized rendition” - [2025 Merchandise Sale](https://delshakes.org/2025-merchandise-sale/) - Our end-of-year merch sale is back! The Del Shakes store is open now through Dec. 31, with shipping or pick-up options available. Buy your favorite Del Shakes fan a t-shirt, hat, blanket, or hoodie for the holidays! Order today! - [Internships & Apprenticeships](https://delshakes.org/internships-apprenticeships/) - Del Shakes is currently not accepting applications for our Apprentice and HS Intern program. Check this page for updates and read about past programs: Apprentice Program HS Intern Page - [Adult Education](https://delshakes.org/adult-education/) - Delaware Shakespeare is committed to providing educational opportunities to people of all ages with a variety of exposure to Shakespeare. Hone your skills as a professional, or learn something new as a lover of the arts, with our Adult Education Workshops varying in subjects from monologue work to directing to writing. Our goal with our - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras: On Film!](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-on-film/) - Experience Delaware Shakespeare’s 2025 Summer Festival production of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, performed live at Rockwood Park! This bilingual reimagining of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy brings Illyria to life with music, movement, and Del Shakes’ signature community spirit. Join Viola, Orsino, Olivia, Malvolio, and the rest of the unforgettable ensemble as mistaken identities, unexpected - [QVK Educational Tour](https://delshakes.org/qvk-educational-tour/) - In 2026, Delaware Shakespeare will launch an exciting new educational initiative, bringing Shakespeare’s language, characters, and ideas directly into classrooms across Delaware and the greater Philadelphia region. This touring program features a Shakespeare-inspired performance paired with an interactive workshop that invites students to explore public speaking, rhetoric, and persuasion through some of the Bard’s most - [Production History](https://delshakes.org/about-us/history/) - SUMMER FESTIVAL At Archmere Academy: 2003: A Midsummer Night's Dream 2004: As You Like It 2005: Love's Labour's Lost At Rockwood Park: 2006: Much Ado About Nothing 2007: Richard III 2008: Romeo and Juliet 2009: Twelfth Night 2010: Macbeth 2011: The Winter's Tale 2012: A Midsummer Night's Dream 2013: The Two Gentlemen of Verona 2014: Hamlet 2015: - [Community Tour 2025](https://delshakes.org/community-tour-2025/) - The Two Gentlemen of Verona Directed by Hannah Levine Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! The Community Tour - [2025 Gala Performance](https://delshakes.org/2025-gala-performance/) - PURCHASE HERE! After traveling the state sharing high-quality theatre with the full spectrum of humanity, Delaware Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona will return home to Wilmington, DE for a special Gala Performance. See this classic comedy of conflicting loyalties. Hear about the thrilling responses to the play, by audiences at such locations as Baylor - [Shakespeare, Poe, & Fiends 2025](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-poe-fiends-2025/) - This favorite fall event will feature Del Shakes artists performing selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and their Gothic contemporaries, plus musical selections interspersed. As always, we'll close with a dramatic reading of Poe's "The Raven." It is sure to fright and delight all who join! Performances will be held - [Tour Performances](https://delshakes.org/tour-performances/) - The Delaware Shakespeare Community Tour aims to bring professional Shakespeare performances to the full spectrum of humanity in our state. The centerpiece of the tour are free performances at community centers, detention facilities, adult high schools, and other non-traditional locations where people may have limited access to professional arts experiences. Best of all: the majority of - [PERFORMANCE STAFF WEATHER POLICY](https://delshakes.org/performance-staff-weather-policy/) - Our main priority is always going to be safety! And these policies and practices help to keep us moving to achieve that. Always travel down to Delaware even if it’s raining like cats and dogs where you are. Summer storms can be very localized. Rain Perform in light rain; if rain intensifies, potential of rain - [Summer Festival 2025](https://delshakes.org/summer-festival-2025/) - Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras A bilingual musical adaptation of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night by Liz Filios and Tanaquil Márquez with contributions by Robi Hager and Ximena Violante VIEW OUR PROGRAM Join us from July 17-Aug. 3 for our first ever musical production in Rockwood Park! After Violeta and Sebastian, twins from Venezuela, are shipwrecked - [Free T-Shirt](https://delshakes.org/tshirt/) - Answer the following questions and be entered into our nightly drawing to win a Del Shakes Summer Festival t-shirt! Loading… - [Festival de Verano 2025](https://delshakes.org/el-festival-de-verano-2025/) - Noche de Reyes, O Lo Que Quieras Una adaptación musical bilingüe de Noche de Reyes de Shakespeare por Liz Filios y Tanaquil Márquez con aportes de Robi Hager y Ximena Violante ¡Únase a nosotros del 17 de julio al 3 de agosto para nuestra primera producción musical en Rockwood Park! Después de que Violeta y - [Volunteer](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/volunteer/) - Volunteers are the lifeblood of Delaware Shakespeare. Individuals who generously donate their time and talents are the best friends of the theatre. We have opportunities to help out before and during the Summer Festival. We have other needs throughout the year, during the Community Tour, and at special events. Sign up to volunteer at our - [Our Donors](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/donation-list/) - Thank you to all our supporters! Below is a list of all those who have generously donated to Delaware Shakespeare between June 2024 and June 2025. If you would like to make a donation, please click here. * Indicates a donor who has given for five consecutive years. Every effort has been made to ensure - [Matching Gifts](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/matching-gifts/) - Did you know your company might offer a matching-gift program to make your donation go further? Many will double (or even triple!) the impact of their employees’ and retirees’ gifts to organizations like Delaware Shakespeare. - [Know Before You Go Guide](https://delshakes.org/know-before-you-go-guide/) - Summer Festival at Rockwood Park Whether you’re a longtime Del Shakes fan, or it’s your first time joining us at Rockwood Park, we’re thrilled to welcome you. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of your Summer Festival experience! General Guidelines Gates open 75 minutes before showtime. Arrive early to pick your - [Tickets](https://delshakes.org/tickets/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS 2025 Summer Festival Ticket Prices General Admission (Thurs-Sun):$28 General Admission$25 Seniors/Active Military I.D. (and Military Families)$23 Students Pay What You Will (Wed)Wednesdays are Pay What You Will at Del Shakes. We strive to make theatre accessible to all. So, on Wednesdays you can choose the price point that is affordable - [High School Internships](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/high-school-internships/) - Delaware Shakespeare offers summer internships for high school actors who are interested in learning more about Shakespeare and being a part of a wonderful Delaware summer tradition. This is an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Summer Festival, getting an inside view of a professional theatre company working on one of the greatest - [Thirsty Thursday at Wilmington Brew Works](https://delshakes.org/thirsty-thursday-at-wilmington-brew-works/) - Enjoy an evening with Delaware Shakespeare at Wilmington Brew Works! To celebrate our May 28 performance of Shakespeare in Jazz, we'll be hosting a "Thirsty Thursday" Fundraising Event on Friday, May 29 from 5-9 PM at WBW. Meet and mingle with the artists who performed the night before, plus enjoy music by Emily Schuman outside - [](https://delshakes.org/statement-to-our-community/) - Dear Neighbors, On December 9, 2024, Delaware Shakespeare shared a social media post as part of the national Theater Workers for a Ceasefire campaign, in coordination with the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) and the broader Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement. The post sought to raise awareness of - [Mission, Vision, and Values](https://delshakes.org/about-us/vision-mission-values/) - Read our 2024 Impact Report Mission Inspired by Shakespeare's creative vision and the broad societal mix of audiences of his era, Delaware Shakespeare brings our community together for vibrant theatre and learning experiences. Vision We envision a Delaware where people from all walks of life celebrate and explore their shared humanity through the lens of Shakespearean works. - [Advertise](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/advertise/) - Promote your business in the Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival Playbill CLICK HERE FOR AD PRICES “As I by friends am well advertised…” Each summer, more than 3,000 people attend the Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival at Rockwood Park. Most of our patrons read the playbill from cover to cover while picnicking before the show. We also - [Diversity and Antiracism](https://delshakes.org/antiracism/) - Antiracism Policy Development Process Overview and Key FindingsAntiracism, Access, and Equity PolicyAntiracism Action PlanDiversity Metrics Delaware Shakespeare’s vision is a world where people from all walks of life are welcome to celebrate and explore their shared humanity through the lens of Shakespearean works. The celebration of shared humanity is greatest when a diverse cross-section of - [Shakespeare's Birthday + Film Screening](https://delshakes.org/shakespeares-birthday-film-screening/) - Celebrate Shakespeare's birthday with us--a few days early! Join Delaware Shakespeare and the Delaware Art Museum for a special screening of the 1953 film Julius Caesar on April 19 at 1:30 PM. Arrive 30 minutes early to help us celebrate Shakespeare's birthday with refreshments! This screening is part of a month-long "Shakespeare on Screen" event - [Performing Shakespeare: A Weekend Crash Course](https://delshakes.org/performing-shakespeare-a-weekend-crash-course/) - ENROLL HERE For many years, Del Shakes has been creating vibrant, relatable, actor-centered productions of Shakespeare’s works. Now, join Artistic Squad members, Eric Mills, izzy sazak, and Lex Thammavong for a two-day workshop as they share their unique blend of ideas, techniques, and collaboration that lead to such memorable performances. 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Lynch College Apprentice Program](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/college-apprentice-program/) - Delaware Shakespeare offers apprenticeships for college students who wish to gain professional classical theatre experience prior to graduation. Apprenticeships are held in conjunction with the 2025 Summer Festival. Apprentices work with our professional directors, actors, designers, and staff to gain hands-on experience both on and off the stage. Overview PERFORMANCE, DIRECTING, AND STAGE MANAGEMENT APPRENTICES - [Summer Festival Director Capsule](https://delshakes.org/summer-festival-director-capsule/) - Summer Festival – DIRECTOR PROJECT CAPSULE Watch a video about the Summer Festival HERE. Director fee: approximately $4,100 Rehearsals: middle of June – July (four weeks, dates depend on OperaDelaware’s season) Rehearsal info: 10a-4p Wednesday - Sunday (schedule TBD) Run: July/August (three weeks) Cast: 7 non-Equity professional actors, 2 college apprentices Summer Festival Aesthetic: Delaware - [Del Shakes Gear](https://delshakes.org/del-shakes-gear/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY MERCH NOW EXTENDED THROUGH DECEMBER 16TH! Del Shakes’ is having our second online merchandise sale, and it is just in time for holiday gift-giving! Share a unique gift with a friend – or enjoy yourself – while supporting your favorite community-engaged theatre company! Your purchase helps to advance the mission of - [Home for the Holidays in the 302](https://delshakes.org/home-for-the-holidays-in-the-302/) - Join Delaware Shakespeare and many of our friends this holiday season at Home for the Holidays in the 302 produced by Delaware Theatre Company. This one of a kind production combines performances from some of the shining stars of Wilmington’s art scene including: OperaDelaware, Delaware Shakespeare, Wilmington Children’s Chorus, Elevate Vocal Arts, The Choir School of - [Shakes, not Stirred](https://delshakes.org/shakes-not-stirred/) - Join Delaware Shakespeare at Painted Stave Distilling at 6:30PM on November 21 for our “Shakes, not Stirred” cocktail event. Listen to Painted Stave staff explain their creative process behind three new drinks alongside curated selections from Shakespeare (and more!) that will connect to the cocktails. Drinking games combined with iambic pentameter: what more could you - [ShakesBEER in Fall](https://delshakes.org/shakes-beer-in-spring/) - A curated night of brews with the Bard! This popular program is back with new beers and new Shakespeare (well, not “new” Shakespeare – that would be fairly miraculous). Join Delaware Shakespeare and the awesome crew at Wilmington Brew Works for a night of select performances highlighted by local craft brews. Listen to Master - [Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-poe-and-fiends/) - Purchase Tickets This October, Delaware Shakespeare will return with a fan-favorite: "Shakespeare, Poe, and Fiends!" This year, with an exciting twist featuring one of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra’s premier violinists, David Southorn, who will provide some chilling musical selections between the readings. This special event will feature Del Shakes artists performing selections of scenes, prose, - [Studio Performances](https://delshakes.org/community-tour/studio-performances/) - After touring the state for performances at community partner organizations, the Community Tour of The Winter's Tale will conclude its run with three ticketed performance options. Wednesday, October 16 at 7pm - Studio Performance at Pig Iron Theatre Company (Philadelphia) CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS Saturday, October 19 at 7pm - GALA PERFORMANCE at OperaDelaware - [Gala Performance](https://delshakes.org/community-tour/gala-performance/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS Delaware Shakespeare's beloved Community Tour is back for 2024! The Winter's Tale, one of Shakespeare's later romantic plays, will criss-cross the state for three weeks sharing high quality theatre with the full spectrum of humanity by performing in locations such as prisons, transitional housing facilities, and community centers. After this epic, - [How to Prepare](https://delshakes.org/festival/plan-your-visit/how-to-prepare/) - FAQ Do you provide seating?The production is lawn seating, so bring a blanket or lawn chairs. Those with high-back chairs will be seated behind low-back chairs and patrons on blankets. A limited amount of special needs seating is available. Is there reserved seating?There are a limited number of Saved Seats that can be purchased in - [Julius Caesar Mock Trial](https://delshakes.org/julius-caesar-mock-trial/) - Purchase Tickets Here Delaware Shakespeare is proud to announce our Julius Caesar Mock Trial Fundraiser! This event will take place on Saturday, June 1st from 5P-8P in the Delaware Historical Society’s stately Old Town Hall building. This unique event will highlight the theme of justice that runs throughout Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Julius Caesar. Professional lawyers - [Arts Day at Old Swedes](https://delshakes.org/arts-day-at-old-swedes/) - Visit Del Shakes during Trinity Episcopal Parish’s “ARTS DAY at Old Swedes” and celebrate the 325th anniversary of Old Swedes Church. The event will take place on May 18th from noon - 5P at the Old Swedes Historical Site at their unique, outdoor amphitheater located at 606 N. Church St., at E. 7th Street, Wilmington. - [A Midsummer Murther Soirée](https://delshakes.org/a-midsummer-murther-soiree/) - Del Shakes is pleased to invite you to a delightful summer evening soiree, complete with signature cocktails, open bar, hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction and a little something special … We’ve put the fun in fundraiser, through the simple, but wickedly amusing party game we have dubbed, Murther. Inspired by our summer festival production of - [Full Fathom Five: Sonnets in Concert](https://delshakes.org/full-fathom-five-sonnets-in-concert/) - Get Tickets Here! You are cordially invited to a party to celebrate William Shakespeare’s 460th birthday on April 23rd at 7PM! Join Delaware Shakespeare for a party worthy of the Bard, with refreshments, activities, and a very special performance. Del Shakes’ frequent artist and collaborator, Emily Schuman, will perform “Full Fathom Five: Sonnets in Concert” - [Education](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/education/) - During the School Year Shakespeare: Then, Now, and Always A fun and interactive seminar for high school classes in the Delaware Valley. A Delaware Shakespeare scholar will visit your classroom and work with students. The seminar includes: Brief history of Shakespeare and his times Shakespearean Insult Game Speaking the Scene Shakespeare’s hidden clues Playing the Scene - [Weather Policy](https://delshakes.org/festival/plan-your-visit/weather/) - We do our best to avoid canceling in advance, as summer storms come and go quickly and can be difficult to predict. The show may continue through light wind or rain. If passing showers prove too much for the show to continue safely, Delaware Shakespeare staff may call a 20-minute rain delay. If it is not possible - [Cast & Creative Team](https://delshakes.org/festival/cast-and-creative-team/) - Cast (in alphabetical order) Tyler S. Elliott ^ - MacduffCiera Gardner ^ - Lady MacbethMariah Ghant ^ - MacbethCJ Higgins - Witch/SergeantOliver Chase Marten # - Fleance/Young SiwardKimie Muroya 室屋季美恵 ^ - Witch/SeytonRachel O'Hanlon-Rodriguez ^ - Witch/PorterKatherine Perry - Duncan/Hecate/DoctorJuptej Singh # - Castle Steward/First MurdererZach Valdez - BanquoEliza Waterman # - Malcolm/Second MurdererJameka Monet - [On-Demand Monologue Coaching](https://delshakes.org/on-demand-monologue-coaching/) - Are you an actor looking to refine your Shakespearean and/or classical monologue with guidance from a professional? Are you interested in strengthening your public speaking skills and growing your confidence? Well, Delaware Shakespeare is here to help with personalized on-demand monologue coaching. Coordinate dates and times to work with a trainer of your choice from - [Plan Your Visit](https://delshakes.org/festival/plan-your-visit/) - The Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival is held on the grounds of New Castle County's hidden gem: Rockwood Park in Wilmington, Delaware. To help you plan your visit to the Summer Festival, we offer the following resources and information. Getting Here A map, directions, and parking information to help you plan your trip. How to Prepare - [Poetry Showcases](https://delshakes.org/poetry-slams/) - Local poets will work in a collaborative fashion to create new poems in conversation with the plots, themes, characters, and language from the full productions in our season. Twelfth Night Poetry Showcase Immigration. Love. Protest. How to change hearts and minds. Poets respond to our upcoming bilingual musical - Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras - [Press Inquiries](https://delshakes.org/news-2/press-kit/) - For media inquiries and/or high resolution images, contact melody@delshakes.org or call 302.468.4890. - [Behind The Scenes](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/) - The Tempest During the 2020 {Mostly} Virtual Festival, Producing Artistic Director David Stradley and Shakespeare Santa Cruz Artistic Director Mike Ryan talked about preparing to direct COVID-postponed productions of The Tempest in "Two Bald Guys Direct The Tempest." https://youtu.be/Ke1AlkXYHYs Take a look into fun moments from our past. Videos From Past YearsThe News Journal preview video for the - [TWELFTH NIGHT, O LO QUE QUIERAS In Concert @ Rodney Square](https://delshakes.org/community-tour/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-in-concert-rodney-square/) - En español Songs from a new bilingual musical by Liz Filios and Tanaquil MárquezWith contributions by Robi Hager and Ximena Violante PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMESSaturday, May 28 at 7pmSunday, May 29 at 5pm RODNEY SQUARE1000 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE "Give me some music..." Join us for a FREE outdoors celebration of music and love! - [Annual Report](https://delshakes.org/annualreport/) - Please click the link below to read Delaware Shakespeare's 2021 Annual Report. 2021 Annual Report - [Join our E-mail List](https://delshakes.org/join-our-e-mail-list/) - The best way to keep informed of Del Shakes activities is to sign up for our e-mail list! - [Contact Us](https://delshakes.org/contact-us/) - We want to hear from you! https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/1906342/1893130/ - [Contact Us](https://delshakes.org/contact-us/contact-us/) - We want to hear from you! Fill out the online form below: Questions about weather? See our weather policy. - [Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-poe/) - The 2021 version of Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends was held at Fort Christina. Information on the 2021 event can be found below. 2022 plans are still being determined. Shakespeare, Poe & Fiends at Fort ChristinaAn Autumnal Story StrollSunday, November 8Timed Admissions at 2pm (SOLD OUT), 2:30pm, 3:30pm, and 4pm $20 Adults$15 Youth 18 and under - [Shakespeare + St. Valentine](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-st-valentines/) - Our 2021 Shakespeare + St. Valentine program has shifted to a virtual format. Learn more and register HERE! "If music be the food of love, play on!"- "Twelfth Night" Delaware Shakespeare actors will stir your passions with readings of romantic scenes and sonnets, along with some songs, to create a perfect way for you - [The Bridge](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/the-bridge/) - In 2008, a Delaware Family Court Judge asked Delaware Shakespeare to create an education program for at-risk and adjudicated youth. The judge felt that exposure to arts and culture can keep at-risk youth from “being outsiders…and can help them feel like they belong to the large society of humanity.” Delaware Shakespeare responded with The Bridge. The Bridge - [Getting Here](https://delshakes.org/festival/plan-your-visit/gettinghere/) - Map The Delaware Shakespeare Summer Festival is presented on the grounds of Rockwood Park. The park entrance is located just south of Shipley Road on the Washington Street Extension in Wilmington, Delaware. Use the following address if using GPS or online mapping: 4651 Washington Street Extension Wilmington, DE 19809 Directions to Rockwood Park From I-95: - [Corporate Sponsorship](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/corporate-sponsorship/) - Enabling everyone to discover the magic of Shakespeare. Overview Founded in 2003, Delaware Shakespeare brings our community together for thrilling classical theatre and learning experiences. With help from our corporate sponsors, we serve 4,000 to 6,000 people annually, including over 700 children, in Delaware and the surrounding region. We invite you to be a Delaware Shakespeare supporter as we - [Sponsors & Partners](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/sponsors-partners/) - Delaware Shakespeare is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. The Division promotes Delaware arts events on www.DelawareScene.com. Partnering with New Castle County Matthew S. Meyer, County Executive 2021 Season Sponsor: Picnic Sponsor: Children's Activity Tent Sponsor: Wine Shop Sponsor: - [Job Opportunities](https://delshakes.org/about-us/job-opportunities/) - There are currently no job opportunities. - [Group Sales](https://delshakes.org/tickets/group-sales/) - Discounted tickets for groups Bring your group to the Festival! Groups of 10 or more are eligible for the group ticket rate of $18 per person - a discount off the General Admission rate of $22. Group Sales Package 2020 You can also contact our Group Sales coordinator by clicking here and filling out this - [Shakespeare Day](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-day/) - SHAKESPEARE DAY – A free, annual Del Shakes tradition - 4.16.2020 FREE! Join us for a speed-round of every single play Shakespeare ever wrote – in the course of one hour, in the open air. 38 plays. From All's Well that Ends Well to The Winter's Tale. In 2016, the world celebrated the 400th anniversary - [Two Gents Videos](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/two-gents-videos/) - Offstage Action - A behind-the-scenes look for how the cast creates offstage sound effects for the rescue of Silvia from Outlaws. Two Gents Curtain Call - There is lots of great music and dance in Two Gents. This video of the curtain call shows a little of what you have to look forward to. Two Gents Set Assembly - ["I Am Hamlet" Videos](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/i-am-hamlet-videos/) - Del Shakes created three videos as part of the "I Am Hamlet" Project. We went into the community and asked people to share their connections to three of Hamlet's famous speeches. Delaware Public Figures Art Loop Guests - Delaware Center for Contemporary Arts Christina Cultural Arts Center Teen Interns - [Welcome Cast & Crew](https://delshakes.org/cast/) - The following materials are available for download: DSF Performer Handbook 2017 Tech Week/Performance Schedule - [Summer Festival](https://delshakes.org/festival/) - Outdoor Shakespeare the whole family. The best place to watch theatre in the summer is outdoors. Delaware Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare under the stars on the lush grounds of Rockwood Park. The Comedy of Errors Directed by David Stradley July 15-31, 2016 at Rockwood Park DSF's Producing Artistic Director David Stradley follows on his successful productions - [Weather Policy](https://delshakes.org/weather-policy/) - Delaware Shakespeare Festival's Inclement Weather Policy The show may continue through light wind or rain. If passing showers prove too much for the show to continue safely, DSF staff may call a 20-minute rain delay. If it is not possible to continue, the performance will be canceled and rain vouchers will be issued for any performance during - [Contact Information](https://delshakes.org/contact-information/) - [Tabitha Allen's Third Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/tabitha-allens-third-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the third week of rehearsals, Tabitha Allen (Bianca) shared a few thoughts about the cast and performing in the great (and not air-conditioned) outdoors. As a Shakespeare-in-the-park newbie, I really had no idea what to expect with this process. I was dreading the outside rehearsals for sure. I've heard tales of 97-degree weather and 100% humidity in - [Buy Tickets](https://delshakes.org/tickets/buy-tickets/) - CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS Ticket Prices $17 General Admission $15 Seniors (65+)/Active Military with I.D. (and Military Families) $13 Students $35 Saved Seats A limited number of pre-placed lawn chairs are available in reserved locations on a nightly basis. Saved Seats are located in the first row of high-backed chairs. (Blanket and low-backed chair - [Ife Foy's First Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/ife-foys-first-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Ife Foy (DSF’s Tranio) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. Upon completing the first week of rehearsal for The Taming of the Shrew, I am not only excited, but terrified! Before rehearsal began, I had the sense that Tranio drove - [Kevin Hoffmann's Second Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/kevin-hoffmanns-second-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the second week of rehearsals, Kevin Hoffmann (DSF’s Lucentio) shared a few thoughts about where he is in the process of creating his role. By the second week of rehearsal, we’re well on our way to transitioning from a roomful of strangers to an artistic ensemble. Those around you begin to understand how you - [The Taming of the Shrew - Children's Summary](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/the-taming-of-the-shrew-childrens-summary/) - Baptista Minola has two daughters that he wants to find husbands for. His younger daughter, Bianca, is sweet and quiet. There are many men who want to marry her. His older daughter, Katharina, is known for being wild and angry, and Baptista is worried no one will marry her. However, Baptista announces that Bianca cannot - [The Taming of the Shrew Summary](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/the-taming-of-the-shrew-summary/) - When Christopher Sly, a drunken peddler, falls asleep outside of a tavern, a Lord decides to play a trick on him wherein he will convince Christopher Sly that he is a nobleman. An acting troop arrives and performs a play for Christopher Sly. The play begins as… Lucentio and his servant, Tranio, arrive in Padua, - [Education and Outreach](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/) - During the School Year Shakespeare: Then, Now, and Always A fun and interactive seminar for high school classes in the Delaware Valley. A Shakespearean scholar from DSF will visit your classroom and work with students. The seminar includes: Brief history of Shakespeare and his times Shakespearean Insult Game Speaking the Scene Shakespeare’s hidden clues Playing - [Taming of the Shrew Sample Cut](https://delshakes.org/taming-of-the-shrew-sample-cut/) - Uncut v Cut - [Caroline Crocker's Third Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/caroline-crockers-third-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the third week of rehearsals, Caroline Crocker (DSF's Gertrude) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. June 30, 2014 As I write this, we have just completed the third week of rehearsals for Hamlet. Everyone's process for working on a play is a little different, but I - [Michael Gamache's Second Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/michael-gamaches-second-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Michael Gamache (DSF's Ghost, Player King, and Gravedigger) shared a few thoughts about where he is in the process of creating his multiple roles. June 23, 2014 Our second week of rehearsals have ended, and the basic staging is completely done. This is a critical and exciting time. We have painted - [Clare Mahoney's First Week of Rehearsal](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/clare-mahoneys-first-week-of-rehearsal/) - After the first week of rehearsals, Clare Mahoney (DSF's Ophelia) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. June 16, 2014 It’s hard to believe that we are already one week into rehearsal for Hamlet. The first week has been a lot of things. The best way to - ["I Am Hamlet" Essays](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/i-am-hamlet-essays/) - DSF challenged area high school students to write a 500-word essay detailing how they personally connect to the character of Hamlet, referencing a specific selection from the play. We're pleased two announce our two winning and four honorable mention essays. (Click on the name of each author to be taken to their essay.) Thanks to Prestwick House - [Interview with "The Two Ladies of Newark" - Winners of DSF Picnic Contest](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/interview-with-the-two-ladies-of-newark-winners-of-dsf-picnic-contest/) - Let’s take a moment to meet the winners of the 2013 Delaware Shakespeare Festival Picnic Contest, sponsored by Janssen's Market: “Two Ladies of Newark (and Their Manservant),” a trio also known as Donna Sever, Amy Shay and Manservant. These two sophisticates in black produced a perfect picnic that hopscotched through the Shakespearean canon in only - [Griffin Stanton-Ameisen's Opening Weekend](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/griffin-stanton-ameisens-opening-weekend/) - DSF's Launce, Griffin Stanton-Ameisen, was kind enough to share a few thoughts after a long tech week and fun opening weekend. July 15, 2013 Opening weekend! We were so raring to go after our final dress rehearsal Thursday night...and then Mother Nature decided to hover above Rockwood Park and delay our fun. So Saturday night - [James Kassees' Tech Week](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/james-kassees-tech-week/) - Just before opening, we asked James Kassees (Antonio/Thurio) to share his thoughts about the tech week process for THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA and what he was looking forward to with opening night. July 11, 2013 Humans are storytellers. Why else would so many people work so hard for so long to produce a play, - [Clare Mahoney's Third Week of Rehearsals](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/clare-mahoneys-third-week-of-rehearsals/) - After the third week of rehearsals, Clare Mahoney (DSF's Julia) shared a few thoughts about where she is in the process of creating her role. It is so crazy to me that we have just completed our third week of rehearsal. It feels like just yesterday I was writing for the newsletter about how excited - [TWO GENTS Children's Summary](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/two-gents-childrens-summary/) - < Back to "Fun Two Gents Extras" Valentine and Proteus are best friends. Valentine leaves his hometown of Verona to travel and learn by serving the Duke of Milan. Proteus stays in Verona because he does not want to leave Julia, the girl he is in love with. Eventually, Proteus’s father decides that Proteus should - [TWO GENTS Summary](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/two-gents-summary/) - < Back to "Fun Two Gents Extras" Best friends Valentine and Proteus say goodbye to one another when Valentine decides to leave Verona to see the world and gain experience by serving the Duke of Milan. Though Valentine wants Proteus to come, Proteus is in love with Julia and decides to stay in Verona. When - [TWO GENTS Costume Design](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/two-gents-costume-design/) - < Back to "Fun Two Gents Extras" Costume renderings by Amanda Wolff for selected characters in The Two Gentlemen of Verona. (Click for larger image) - [TWO GENTS Set Design](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/two-gents-set-design/) - < Back to "Fun Two Gents Extras" - [DSF Wall of Fame](https://delshakes.org/about-us/dsf-wall-of-fame/) - In honor of Delaware Shakespeare Festival's 10th Anniversary, we wanted to specially recognize and thank those who have been involved for multiple years or served in multiple roles to help make the Festival a success. (Every effort has been made to make sure this list is accurate and complete. We apologize in advance for any - [Food and Drink](https://delshakes.org/festival/plan-your-visit/food-and-drink/) - Audience members are welcome to bring their own picnic dinners. If you don't have time to pack a picnic, a selection of sandwiches from our picnic sponsor, Janssen's Market, will be available! Beverages and small snack items, including chips, candy and ice cream, will be sold in DSF's Concessions Tent. - [News](https://delshakes.org/news-2/) - [Support DSF](https://delshakes.org/support-dsf/) - [Welcome](https://delshakes.org/about-us/welcome/) - Welcome to the Delaware Shakespeare Festival! The Delaware Shakespeare Festival creates professional theatre and educational programs for residents and friends of the State of Delaware. Now in its twelfth season, DSF is proud to be in residence at historic Rockwood Park in Wilmington, Delaware. DSF produces professional, affordable, and enjoyable Shakespeare for all! No matter - [News & Updates](https://delshakes.org/news-2/news/) - Extra! Extra! Read all about it. Click on any title below to read the full news article or update. - [College Apprentice Information](https://delshakes.org/college-apprentice-information/) - Performance, Director, and Stage Management Apprentices Information regarding Twelfth Night O Lo Que Quieras If you know of any at this time, please list on your audition form ALL conflicts with dates below. Rehearsal Location: Weekdays in Wilmington at Opera Delaware Studios & Some Weekends at Rockwood Park Rehearsals June 18th - July 11th: Wednesdays - Sundays - [JULIUS CAESAR Rehearsal and Performance Info](https://delshakes.org/juliuscaesar-rehearsal-and-performance-info/) - Information regarding Julius Caesar If you know of any at this time, please list on your audition form ALL conflicts with dates below. Rehearsal Location: Weeknights in Wilmington at Opera Delaware Studios & Weekends at Rockwood Park Rehearsals Tues. - Thurs., June 18 – 20 (5:30pm-9:30pm) Sat. - Sun. , June 22 - 23 (11:30 - [Board Member Bios](https://delshakes.org/board-member-bios/) - CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS PAGE Susan Guariano (she/her) is a senior manager on the Investment Implementation Team at M&T Bank, Wilmington Trust, where she manages project, implementations and system conversions in the Wealth Advisory division. Susan holds a B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.B.A. from the University of - [Call for Production Proposals - Directors 2024 Season](https://delshakes.org/call-for-production-proposals-directors-2024-season/) - In an effort to uplift the values of accessibility and openness in the process of welcoming new collaborators, Delaware Shakespeare (Del Shakes) is excited to announce an open call for proposals from directors in the Wilmington and greater Philadelphia region. Read on for more information about how to submit for the 2024 season! Del Shakes - [Community Tour Director Capsule](https://delshakes.org/community-tour-director-capsule/) - COMMUNITY TOUR – DIRECTOR PROJECT CAPSULE Watch a video about the Community Tour HERE. Director fee: approximately $4,000 (2024 budget is currently being finalized, payable as independent contractor) Rehearsals: end of Aug./beginning of Sept. (four weeks, dates depend on OperaDelaware’s season) Rehearsal info: Tues.-Sat. from 10am-6pm. Rehearsals will be held at OperaDelaware Studios (downtown Wilmington). - [ShakesBeer in Autumn](https://delshakes.org/shakesbeer-in-autumn/) - CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS ShakesBeer in Autumn Thursday, November 2, 2023 7:30pm Wilmington Brew Works (Alamo Room) A curated night of brews with the Bard! After a fun first offering in April, this popular program is back with new beers and new Shakespeare (well, not "new" Shakespeare - that would be fairly miraculous). Join - [Managing Director Job Listing](https://delshakes.org/managing-director-job-listing/) - Position Summary Delaware Shakespeare (“Del Shakes”) seeks a Managing Director to provide long-term management vision and oversee day-to-day business operations to build on Del Shakes’ 21-year commitment to bringing people together from all walks of life to explore and celebrate their shared humanity through Shakespearean works. Values Candidates should share Del Shakes’ values, and its - [Artistic Director Job Listing](https://delshakes.org/artistic-director-job-listing/) - Position Summary Delaware Shakespeare (“Del Shakes”) seeks an Artistic Director to provide artistic vision and strategic direction to build on Del Shakes’ 21-year commitment to bringing people together from all walks of life to explore and celebrate their shared humanity through Shakespearean works. Values Candidates should share Del Shakes’ values, and its commitment to antiracism. - [Production Assistant - CYMBELINE](https://delshakes.org/production-assistant-cymbeline/) - Delaware Shakespeare seeks a production assistant to support the Community Tour of Cymbeline. The production assistant would help to implement the production, including participating in the load-in and load-out at each venue and then assisting the actors with costumes, props, and set pieces during each show. The production assistant would join the production during the final week of rehearsal - [Cast and Creative Team](https://delshakes.org/community-tour/cast-and-creative-team/) - Cast (in alphabetical order) Cassandra Alexander ^ - Imogen/Ensemble Nathan Alford-Tate - Posthumus/Ensemble Minou Pourshariati ^ - Queen/Ensemble Emily Schuman ^ - Pisanio/Ensemble Zach Valdez ^ - Iachimo/Ensemble Bob Weick ^ - Cymbeline/Ensemble Creative Team Director: Tai Verley ^ Set Designer: Miguel Horn Costume Designer: Asaki Kuruma Composer/Musician: Jordan McCree Choreographer: Ashley SK Davis ^ - [Program](https://delshakes.org/program/) - CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD DIGITAL PROGRAM - [Hospitality Tent Packages](https://delshakes.org/festival/hospitality-tent-package/) - Del Shakes Hospitality Tent Package Summer at Rockwood is more fun with friends! Join us for the Summer Festival in 2023 and enjoy VIP treatment at the park when you book a tent package for your company, clients, or social group! Every package includes: Early access (75 minutes before curtain) and priority parking for party - [Shakespeare Game Night](https://delshakes.org/shakespeare-game-night/) - CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Join Del Shakes for a night of Shakespeare Trivia (including a round of Shakespearean Spelling) and ShakesBingo. These games are specially crafted by the Del Shakes Artistic Squad - just for you! This won't be your typical bar trivia or church bingo! Prizes include Del Shakes swag and tickets to the - [Murther Characters](https://delshakes.org/murther-characters/) - The gameplay of MURTHER is painfully simple, in the best possible way. ;) The rules are straightforward. The Murtherers have to kill all of the Villagers before they are found out by the Villagers and Detective. The Doctor can only save so many, if they don’t save themselves first… A few sneaky characters like The - [Production Apprentices](https://delshakes.org/production-apprentices/) - Four production apprentices will join the process during load-in and tech week, working side-by-side the professional tech staff to create the performance infrastructure for the production of Macbeth at Rockwood Park. During the run, production apprentices perform daily set-up and strike duties. Some apprentice will serve as run crew, and others will serve as part of the - [House Manager - 2023 Summer Festival](https://delshakes.org/house-manager-2023-summer-festival/) - RETURN TO JOBS PAGE Delaware Shakespeare seeks a House Manager for their 2023 Summer Festival at Rockwood Park. The House Manager will work in conjunction with the Concessions Captain and Field Captain to coordinate and oversee all Front of House elements. House Manager responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Load-in for all front - [Information Sheet - CYMBELINE](https://delshakes.org/information-sheet-cymbeline/) - Information regarding Cymbeline (Community Tour) Rehearsals Rehearsals will most likely begin September 5, 2023 (this represents the later date option given in your audition invitation) and are tentatively scheduled to occur within the date/time window of Tuesday-Saturday between 10am-6pm. Rehearsals will be held in Wilmington. Performances There will be two kinds of performances for Cymbeline. - [Twelfth Night Slam de Poesía](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-slam-de-poesia/) - Pulse aquí para comprar boletos Jueves, 15 de Septiembre a las 6pm Centro Latino Americano (LACC) 403 N. Van Buren Street, Wilmington, DE 19805 Migración. Amor. Familia. Protesta. Cómo efectuar cambios en corazones y mentes. Poetas locales y artistas de la palabra van a compartir trabajos nuevos en conversaciones con los tramas, temas, personajes - [TWELFTH NIGHT, O LO QUE QUIERAS Long Summary](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-long-summary/) - Violeta and Sebastian, twins from Venezuela, are separated in a shipwreck on the shore of Illyria (a land which bears some resemblance to contemporary America). Following advice from a friendly border patrol officer, Violeta disguises herself as a young man (Cesario) and obtains a position in the court of Duke Orsino, the governor of Illyria. - [TWELFTH NIGHT Audition Material](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-audition-material/) - Thank you so much for preparing an audition for Delaware Shakespeare's musical Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras by Liz Filios and Tanaquil Márquez, with contributions by Robi Hager and Ximena Violante. AUDITION SONGS The songs may not be for the role you are being considered for. This is a world premiere and the musical - [Production/Tour Coordinator](https://delshakes.org/production-tour-coordinator/) - Delaware Shakespeare seeks a Production/Tour Coordinator for its fall Community Tour of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, a world premiere, bilingual musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night by Liz Filios and Tanaquil Márquez. Knowledge of Spanish is preferred, but not required. The Community Tour aims to bring professional theatre to the full spectrum of - [COVID-19 PROTOCOLS](https://delshakes.org/covid-19-protocols/) - (As of 6/1/22) These protocols apply to all performances of THE TEMPEST at Rockwood Park. Please continue to check here for updated audience guidelines. As an outdoor event, no masks or vaccine status will be required for audience members at this point. Policies may change based on public health conditions at the time of - [Juvenile Justice Acting Classes](https://delshakes.org/education-and-outreach/juvenile-justice-acting-classes/) - Delaware Shakespeare is a proud recipient of a Shakespeare in American Communities: Juvenile Justice grant. Presented by The National Endowment for the Arts, in partnership with Arts Midwest, Delaware Shakespeare is one of seven nonprofit organizations across the nation selected to present theatre education programs that engage youths in the juvenile justice system with the works - [What To Bring](https://delshakes.org/what-to-bring/) - WHAT IS ALLOWED AT RODNEY SQUARE? One small hand held cooler (recommended maximum size: 16″ x 12″) An individual blanket (recommended maximum size: 6’ x 8′) Strollers that are reasonably sized and do not obstruct the view of others Low-backed chairs (under 30″) Cameras are permitted - but we invite you to relax and enjoy - [TWELFTH NIGHT, O LO QUE QUIERAS En Concierto @ Rodney Square](https://delshakes.org/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-en-concierto-rodney-square/) - Canciones de la nueva obra musical bilingüe de Liz Filios y Tanaquil Márquez Con contribuciones de Robi Hager y Ximena Violante SÁBADO - 28 DE MAYO - 7pm DOMINGO - 29 DE MAYO - 5pm Regresamos a Rodney Square con un adelanto de las increíbles canciones de nuestra obra musical de estreno mundial, que reimagina - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://delshakes.org/frequently-asked-questions/) - Do you provide seating?The event is lawn seating, so bring a blanket or lawn chairs. There are no chairs or blankets available at Rodney Square. We ask that chair backs are no higher than 30". Seating is first come, first served. How do I get to Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras in Concert?The performances will - [Getting to Rodney Square](https://delshakes.org/getting-to-rodney-square/) - Map Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras in Concert is being performed in Rodney Square, located in downtown Wilmington. Use the following address if using GPS or online mapping: 1000 N Market StreetWilmington, DE 19801 Directions to Rodney Square Please note that I-95 is under construction in Wilmington with intermittent lane and ramp closures. Directions - [Audience Information](https://delshakes.org/audience-information/) - Delaware Shakespeare is honored to present a free concert version of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Queiras at Rodney Square in downtown Wilmington, Delaware. PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES Saturday, May 28 at 7pmSunday, May 29 at 5pm Rodney Square1000 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE To help you plan your visit, we offer the following resources and - [Lectura de la Obra: Hamlet El Príncipe de Denmark](https://delshakes.org/lectura-de-la-obra-hamlet-el-principe-de-denmark/) - Pulse aquí para comprar boletos Hamlet: El Príncipe de Denmark Adaptado por Tara MosesTraducido por Editorial PorrúaDirigido por Tamanya M. M. Garza Jueves 12 de Mayo a las 6:30 pmPague lo que Ud. decida Las Américas ASPIRA Academy326 Ruthar DriveNewark, DE 19711 En esta adaptación en Español-Ingles, la Sra. Moses coloca la historia durante la - [Master Electrician](https://delshakes.org/master-electrician/) - Del Shakes seeks a Master Electrician for its production of The Tempest, to be presented outdoors in Wilmington's Rockwood Park July 15-31, 2022. ME tasks include: Based on light designer’s plot, source equipment and cabling from rental locations and Del Shakes inventoryInitial load-in and set-up of rigging, lighting equipment, and cablingDaily set-up and strike of lighting equipment (some equipment - [Box Office Manager - 2022 Summer Festival](https://delshakes.org/box-office-manager-2022-summer-festival/) - RETURN TO JOBS PAGE Delaware Shakespeare seeks a Box Office Manager for their 2022 Summer Festival at Rockwood Park. The Box Office Manager will be fully responsible for the efficient and accurate tracking all daily admissions and providing reporting on those numbers as necessary. Box Office Manager responsibilities will include but not be limited to: - [How Del Shakes hires Directors, Designers, and Actors](https://delshakes.org/how-del-shakes-hires-directors-designers-and-actors/) - CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO JOBS PAGE Potential directors are identified by the Producing Artistic Director and the Artistic Squad. Directors are selected approximately 9-12 months before rehearsals begin. Design teams are put together via a collaborative discussion between the production’s director, the Artistic Squad, and the Producing Artistic Director. Design teams are selected approximately - [Antiracism Updates Blog](https://delshakes.org/antiracism-updates-blog/) - In the interest of transparency and public learning, Del Shakes will periodically share videos, reflections, and news as it implements its Antiracism Policy. By taking action, learning from our actions, and then revising our actions, Del Shakes hopes to create a culture of antiracism that encompasses every facet of our organization. This blog will provide - [The Artistic Squad](https://delshakes.org/the-artistic-squad/) - CLICK HERE TO RETURN TO STAFF PAGE The Squad evolved from an experiment in 2020-2021 to add three part-time Associate Artists as supported by COVID relief grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Mid-Atlantic Arts Fund. Organizationally, Del Shakes wanted to ensure that funds it was eligible to receive at least in - [MIDSUMMER Cast & Creative Team](https://delshakes.org/midsummer-cast-creative-team/) - Cast (in alphabetical order) Annie Fang – Puck/PhilostrateMariah Ghant – Hippolyta/TitaniaFrank Jimenez – Lysander/Flute/CobwebTanaquil Márquez – BottomEric Mills – Theseus/OberonAdaeze Nwoko – Hermia/Snout/MustardseedDavid Pica – Demetrius/Snug/MothNatajia Sconiers – Helena/Starveling/PeaseblossomS. Todd Townsend – Egeus/Quince Plus, a live chorus of students from The Choir School of Delaware! Creative Team Director: Bi Jean NgoProduction Designer: Emily SchumanCostume Designer: - [Weather Policies](https://delshakes.org/weather-policies/) - We do our best to avoid canceling in advance, but storms come and go quickly and can be difficult to predict. The show may continue through light wind or rain. However, in cases of extreme weather or if there are lightning strikes within 10 miles during a performance, the performance must be canceled immediately for the safety of - [Question](https://delshakes.org/question/) - Loading… - [Midsummer Mix Tape Playlist](https://delshakes.org/midsummer-mix-tape-playlist/) - Song 1: “Lover and their lass” As You Like It Scene: The Two Gentlemen of Verona Act 2, Scene 4 Song 2: “Who is Silvia?” Two Gents Scene: The Comedy of Errors Act 2, Scene 2 Song 3: The Comedy of Errors opening Song 4: “Sigh no more” Much Ado About Nothing Scene: Much Ado - [Diversity](https://delshakes.org/about-us/diversity/) - Three of Del Shakes’ core values are Diversity, Community, and Openness. In the 2019-2021 Strategic Plan, 25% of the action steps related to diversity. Those action steps are listed here. Note from Producing Artistic Director David Stradley: “As I look back on these action steps, I see that they mainly represent a mindset of what - [Write Outside Your Window](https://delshakes.org/write-outside-your-window/) - A Public Poetry Project to Uplift All Voices SHARE YOUR POEM HERE Or...PRINT OUT THIS FORM and bring your poem to our gathering site on April 25. “Write Outside Your Window” started with a question: In these quarantine times, what can we city residents offer each other in the fleeting terms of poetry, words, and - [Leslie Reidel](https://delshakes.org/leslie-reidel/) - Leslie Reidel has directed for the Walnut Street Theatre, the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, New York's Young Playwright's Festival, and the Colorado, Utah, Ft. Worth, and Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festivals. He taught acting, text analysis, scene study, and directed in the actor training program at Temple University for ten years prior to participating in the establishment of - [Summer's Must Do Event](https://delshakes.org/summers-must-do-event/) - [Essential Workers](https://delshakes.org/essential-workers/) - [Matt's Farewell Roast Fundraiser](https://delshakes.org/matts-farewell-roast-fundraiser/) - CLICK HERE TO CONTRIBUTE TO MATT'S FUNDRAISER Over the past five years, I've asked you to read a lot of things about Delaware Shakespeare. I hope you have the patience for one more. (Short on time? Want the gist? Skip to the second to last paragrah.) I spent the past few weeks looking back at - [Questions](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/questions/) - We envision a Delaware where people from all walks of life celebrate and explore their shared humanity through the lens of Shakespearean works. If you’d like to explore some of the human questions at the center of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, we offer up the following questions to spark conversation on your car ride home - [Delaware Shakespeare at Longwood Gardens](https://delshakes.org/delaware-shakespeare-at-longwood-gardens/) - Delaware Shakespeare actors will present five iconic scenes from Shakespeare in five idyllic settings throughout Longwood Gardens over the course of two afternoons, from 1-8 p.m. on Saturday, June 16 and from 1-6 p.m. on Sunday, June 17. Join us on your visit to Longwood Gardens to see the balcony scene from Romeo & Juliet - [Community Tour Video](https://delshakes.org/community-tour-video/) - [HENRY V Children's Plot Summary](https://delshakes.org/henry-v-childrens-plot-summary/) - Following the death of his father, the youthful Prince Hal is crowned King Henry V (although every one calls him Harry) and takes the throne of England. He is determined to prove his right to rule in England and in France. An ambassador arrives from the French King with a rather odd gift of tennis - [HENRY V Plot Summary](https://delshakes.org/henry-v-plot-summary/) - Courtesy of Utah Shakespeare Festival Soon after his accession to the throne of England, Henry V decides to engage in foreign conquest. Assured that according to ancient Salic law he is the rightful heir to the throne of France, the king provides for England’s defense against attack by Scotland and begins his campaign against France - [Community Cornerstone](https://delshakes.org/community-cornerstone/) - In connection with our 2016 summer production of The Comedy of Errors, Delaware Shakespeare explored "Our America, Our Shakespeare / Nuestra América, Nuestro Shakespeare." The Comedy of Errors is a play about the confusion three newcomers experience upon their arrival in a foreign land. Delaware Shakespeare Festival collaborated with the Latin American Community Center on a eight-week playwriting workshop in which members - [THE STORY OF MENJIVAR by José Menjivar](https://delshakes.org/the-story-of-menjivar-by-jose-menjivar/) - In The Comedy of Errors, Antipholus of Syracuse goes on an epic quest in search of his twin brother - and his own identity. José Menjivar shares the story of his own search for identity, in connection with his last name. "The Story of Menjivar" by José Menjivar Ladies and gentlemen, with your permission, I - [ONE DAY, TWO CHURCHES by Milagros Martinez Alonso](https://delshakes.org/one-day-two-churches-by-milagros-martinez-alonso/) - In The Comedy of Errors, Antipholus and Dromio of Syracuse seek shelter in a church. Milagros Martinez Alonso shares her story of how she tried to find her church home in Delaware soon after arriving from Puerto Rico. "One Day, Two Churches" by Milagros Martinez Alonso On February 14, 2016, I arrived from Puerto Rico - [THIS MODERN LOVE by Jessa Marie Mendez](https://delshakes.org/this-modern-love-by-jessa-marie-mendez/) - In The Comedy of Errors, Antipholus of Syracuse tries to find a way to tell a woman he has just met in Ephesus that he is in love with her. In this excerpt, Jessa Marie Mendez shares the story of how her father tried to express his love to her mother. “This Modern Love” by - [ELEVEN by Vanesa Simon](https://delshakes.org/eleven-by-vanesa-simon/) - In THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, a father and son have been separated for seven years. When the father believes he has been reunited, he has a confusing and disconcerting experience when his son does not recognize him. Egeon, the father, says: "Why look you strange on me? you know me well. O, grief hath changed - [Cast Update - Week Three](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/cast-update-week-three/) - The cast ended the third week of rehearsal for The Comedy of Errors by doing their first run-through of the entire play. At this point in rehearsals, DSF asked cast members to share their thoughts on two questions (one serious, one not so much). What did you learn from going through the entirety of The Comedy of - [Cast Update - Week One](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/cast-update-week-one/) - After the first week of rehearsals for The Comedy of Errors, several cast members offered up thoughts to two questions about the progress to opening night. What was something interesting you discovered about your character this week? LUKE BRAHDT This week, I really thought more about Antipholus' soldier background and how that plays into the - [Cast Update - Week Two](https://delshakes.org/festival/behind-the-scenes/cast-update-week-two/) - After the second week of rehearsals for The Comedy of Errors, a few cast members shared their thoughts about being at the midpoint of their process. Cast members Sean Close, Savannah Jackson, Danielle Leneé, and Brendan Moser were also able to provide a preview of a few scenes to Kent County arts supporters during an - [An Afternoon with Delaware Shakespeare Festival at Woodburn](https://delshakes.org/an-afternoon-with-delaware-shakespeare-festival-at-woodburn/) - Catch a few sneak peeks from DSF's 2016 summer production of The Comedy of Errors and hear Producing Artistic Director David Stradley talk about DSF's new state-wide Community Tour initiative. Hosted by First Lady Carla Markell 3:30pm-5pm June 23, 2016 Woodburn, the Governor's Residence 151 Kings Highway Southwest Dover, DE 19901 RSVP at info@delshakes.org - [Sponsor](https://delshakes.org/sponsor/) - [Latest News](https://delshakes.org/latest-news/) ## Events - [Shakesbeer - Spring 2025](https://delshakes.org/events/shakesbeer-spring-2025/) - Get ready for another curated night of brews with the Bard! ShakesBeer: Kings & Fools is coming to Wilmington, DE this March! Join Delaware Shakespeare and the amazing crew at Wilmington Brew Works for a night of select performances spotlighting King and Fools and highlighted by local craft brews. Listen to Master Brewer Craig Wensell ## Events - [12th Night Film Screening](https://delshakes.org/event/12th-night-film-screening/) - We're thrilled to announce the screening of our critically acclaimed bilingual musical adaptation Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras, to be screened at Theatre N in Wilmington on December 13th at 7:00 PM! While the title, Twelfth Night, refers to the 12th night of Christmas (which falls in early January), we hope you’ll join us 12 - [Shakesbeer - Fall 2025](https://delshakes.org/event/shakesbeer-fall-2025/) - Join Delaware Shakespeare and the amazing crew at Wilmington Brew Works for a night of select performances highlighted by local craft brews. Experience readings of scenes and monologues from Shakespeare, connected to your three beers of the evening! - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona/) - Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! This event will be held at Red Clay Adult Education Center, located - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-2/) - Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! This event will be held at Salesianum High School, located at 1801 - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-3/) - Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! This event will be held at Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew & - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-4/) - Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! This event will be held at Pig Iron Theatre Company, located at - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-5/) - Our eighth Community Tour production will feature the story of devoted friends Proteus and Valentine. When their romantic interests overlap, a life-long friendship is tested. This classic comedy explores conflicting loyalties, and includes the only dog to appear in any of Shakespeare’s plays! This event will be held at Jefferson Street Center at Hanover Presbyterian - [The Two Gentlemen of Verona Gala](https://delshakes.org/event/the-two-gentlemen-of-verona-gala/) - After traveling the state sharing high-quality theatre with the full spectrum of humanity, Delaware Shakespeare's The Two Gentlemen of Verona will return home to Wilmington, DE for a special Gala Performance. See this classic comedy of conflicting loyalties. Hear about the thrilling responses to the play, by audiences at such locations as Baylor Women's Correctional - [Shakespeare, Poe, & Fiends - Old Town Hall](https://delshakes.org/event/shakespeare-poe-fiends-old-town-hall/) - This special event will feature Del Shakes artists performing selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and their Gothic contemporaries, plus musical selections interspersed. As always, we'll close with a dramatic reading of Poe's "The Raven." It is sure to fright and delight all who join! - [Shakespeare, Poe, & Fiends - Read House & Gardens](https://delshakes.org/event/shakespeare-poe-fiends-read-house-gardens/) - This favorite fall event will feature Del Shakes artists performing selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and their Gothic contemporaries, plus musical selections interspersed. As always, we'll close with a dramatic reading of Poe's "The Raven." It is sure to fright and delight all who join! - [Shakespeare, Poe, & Fiends - Historic Wilson Barn](https://delshakes.org/event/shakespeare-poe-fiends-historic-odessa-stables/) - This favorite fall event will feature Del Shakes artists performing selections of scenes, prose, and poetry from Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and their Gothic contemporaries, plus musical selections interspersed. As always, we'll close with a dramatic reading of Poe's "The Raven." It is sure to fright and delight all who join! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Opening Night)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Preview)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-opening-night/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Family Night)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-family-night/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars. Sunday night is Family Night at Del Shakes! Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-9/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-8/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-7/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Pay What You Will)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-pay-what-you-will/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! Wednesdays are Pay What You Will at Del Shakes. We strive to make theatre accessible to all. So, on Wednesdays you can choose the price point that is affordable for you. If you can, consider paying more than the regular general admission - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Family Night and Relaxed Performance)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-6/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! Sunday night is Family Night at Del Shakes! Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. This week is also our Relaxed Performance, a friendly, "shush-free" environment for audiences with various access needs. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-5/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-4/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Family Night)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-3/) - Join us for 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! Sunday night is Family Night at Del Shakes! Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Thirsty Thursday)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-thirsty-thursday/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! Tonight is Thirsty Thursday! Enjoy deals on beer supplied by Wilmington Brew Works. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras (Pay What You Will and BILAM+ and LGBTQIA+ Night)](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-pay-what-you-will-and-bilam-and-lgbtqia-night/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! BILAM+ and LGBTQIA+ Night welcomes the queer, trans, and Black, Indigenous, Latine/x, Asian, and Multicultural communities to Rockwood! Wednesdays are Pay What You Will at Del Shakes. We strive to make theatre accessible to all. So, on Wednesdays you can choose the - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-2/) - Join us for our 23rd season of Shakespeare outdoors and under the stars! - [Thirsty Thursday at Wilmington Brew Works](https://delshakes.org/event/thirsty-thursday-at-wilmington-brew-works/) - Enjoy an evening with Delaware Shakespeare at Wilmington Brew Works! To celebrate our May 28 performance of Shakespeare in Jazz, we’ll be hosting a “Thirsty Thursday” Fundraising Event on Friday, May 29 from 5-9 PM at WBW. Meet and mingle with the artists who performed the night before, plus enjoy music by Emily Schuman outside on the beautiful WBW - [ShakesBeer in the Park](https://delshakes.org/event/shakesbeer-in-the-park/) - ShakesBeer is back–this time at Fort DuPont in Delaware City! Join Delaware Shakespeare and Friends of Fort DuPont on Friday, June 6 at 7 PM for a night with the Bard! Enjoy some of the best brews around during a lighthearted evening of Shakespeare, complete with a food truck and fire pit. Available tickets: $35 for a - [Film Screening of Julius Caesar + Shakespeare's Birthday!](https://delshakes.org/event/film-screening-of-julius-caesar-shakespeares-birthday/) - Join Delaware Shakespeare and the Delaware Art Museum for a special screening of the 1953 film Julius Caesar on April 19 at 1:30 PM. Arrive 30 minutes early to help us celebrate Shakespeare's birthday with refreshments! This screening is part of a month-long "Shakespeare on Screen" event at the Delaware Art Museum. - [Performing Shakespeare: A Weekend Crash Course](https://delshakes.org/event/performing-shakespeare-a-crash-course/) - For many years, Del Shakes has been creating vibrant, relatable, actor-centered productions of Shakespeare’s works. Now, join Artistic Squad members, Eric Mills, izzy sazak, and Lex Thammavong for a two-day workshop as they share their unique blend of ideas, techniques, and collaboration that lead to such memorable performances. Areas of instruction include: text analysis, physicalizing the text, making - [Performing Shakespeare: A Weekend Crash Course](https://delshakes.org/event/performing-shakespeare-a-weekend-crash-course/) - For many years, Del Shakes has been creating vibrant, relatable, actor-centered productions of Shakespeare’s works. Now, join Artistic Squad members, Eric Mills, izzy sazak, and Lex Thammavong for a two-day workshop as they share their unique blend of ideas, techniques, and collaboration that lead to such memorable performances. Areas of instruction include: text analysis, physicalizing the text, making - [Shakesbeer - Spring 2025](https://delshakes.org/event/shakesbeer-spring-2025/) - Get ready for another curated night of brews with the Bard! ShakesBeer: Kings & Fools is coming to Wilmington, DE this March! Join Delaware Shakespeare and the amazing crew at Wilmington Brew Works for a night of select performances spotlighting King and Fools and highlighted by local craft brews. Listen to Master Brewer Craig Wensell ## Events - [Sonnet Stroll at Fort DuPont](https://delshakes.org/event/sonnet-stroll-at-fort-dupont/) - It's time to "shake the darling buds of May" with Delaware Shakespeare! This event will feature four Del Shakes actors performing in four short scenes, monologues, and sonnets outdoors. We'll all gather back together for one final "Midsummer Madness" scene. - [ShakesBeer at Fort DuPont](https://delshakes.org/event/shakesbeer-at-fort-dupont/) - [Sonnet Stroll at Rockwood Park](https://delshakes.org/event/sonnet-stroll-at-rockwood-park/) - It is time to "shake the darling buds of May" with Delaware Shakespeare! This event will feature four Del Shakes actors performing in four short scenes, monologues, and sonnets outdoors. We'll all gather back together for one final "Midsummer Madness" scene. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-3/) - Join Del Shakes for our 2025 Summer Festival performance of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras at Rockwood Park! Bring a chair or blanket, and if you like, a picnic dinner and/or drinks. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras-2/) - Join Del Shakes for our 2025 Summer Festival performance of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras at Rockwood Park! Bring a chair or blanket, and if you like, a picnic dinner and/or drinks. - [Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras](https://delshakes.org/event/twelfth-night-o-lo-que-quieras/) - Join Del Shakes for our 2025 Summer Festival performance of Twelfth Night, O Lo Que Quieras at Rockwood Park! 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