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8/26-8/28: Shakespeare in the Park

August 26, 2021 - August 28, 2021

Photos above © Art Cigoy

Shakespeare in the Park Presents: Henry IV, Part 1

Name: 8/26-8/28: Shakespeare in the Park
Start: 2021-08-26T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2021-08-28T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Memorial Park

August 26-28, 2021 | Memorial Park (225 Karlskoga Ave)

Park Opens at 6P | Pre-Performance Entertainment at 6:45P | Performance Begins at 7P

Everyone knows a few lines of Shakespeare. Everyone’s seen a play or two. Experience another of the world’s greatest playwright’s works in the newly renovated Memorial Park Bandshell. Shakespeare in the Park is a high-quality annual theater event presented free of charge to the public by the Wheaton Park District and Wheaton College’s Arena Theater.

This year they will be performing Shakespeare’s “Henry IV, Part 1” (See Synopsis & Plot Overview).

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OVERVIEW:

Shakespeare in the Park performances are produced through cooperative efforts by Wheaton College Arena Theater and Wheaton Park District.

We are thankful for our partnership with the Wheaton College Area Theater over the years and excited to see what they have in store for 2021.

For more about Arena Theater and other arts events at Wheaton College, visit https://wheaton.edu/arts.

Pre-Performance Entertainment: Henry VI, Part 1 Puppet Show

Starts at 6:45P

To his father’s dismay, Prince Hal chooses Falstaff and the fun of the pub over his responsibilities in the kingdom. But when rebellion threatens the throne and a rival rises to seize the crown, he might be forced to make a different choice. Shakespeare is back in Memorial Park with swords and drums and a story about who we follow and how we lead.

DETAILS:

Admission

Admission is free–donations are welcomed!

Concessions

Concessions will be available and will include:

Hot Dogs
Popcorn
Ice Cream
Soda
Bottled Water

Picnic baskets will be allowed. Alcohol will not be available or permitted in the park.

Concession proceeds will benefit the DuPage County Historical Museum.

Donate Support for DuPage County Historical Museum

Seating

Limited seating is available. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and picnic blankets.

Directions & Parking

Please visit memorialparkwheaton.com to view directions and parking information.

Weather

Performances will happen rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather. Any delays or cancellations due to inclement weather will be posted on the Wheaton Park District Facebook page, and RainoutLine.

PRESENTED BY:

PREVIOUS PERFORMANCES:

Schedule

2013: As You Like It
2014: Love’s Labour’s Lost
2015: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
2016: Twelfth Night
2017: Much Ado About Nothing
2018: The Tempest

Upcoming
2021: Henry IV, Part 1

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PARTNER WITH US:

Sponsorship Opportunities (PDF)

For more information on sponsorship and vending opportunities please contact Amy Seklecki at aseklecki@wheatonparks.org or 630-510-4989.

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