The mission of the Nashville Shakespeare Festival is to educate and entertain the Mid-South community through professional Shakespearean experiences. The Festival accomplishes this primarily through its public productions and its educational workshops for young people and businesses. A non-profit organization, The Nashville Shakespeare Festival hopes that you will support us as we strive to make theatre an integral and vibrant part of the community!

THE NASHVILLE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL'S 2009 SEASON

RICHARD THE THIRD at The Troutt Theater January 15- February 1, 2009

In addition to funding from The Tennessee Arts Commission, The Nashville Shakespeare Festival's production of Richard the Third is part of Shakespeare for a New Generation, a national initiative sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with Arts Midwest. Several organizations and foundations have already helped by committing support for our education initiatives for class room workshops and additional matinee performances for school groups. Ask us how!

SHAKESPEARE’S CASE at The Troutt Theater May 29 and 30, 2009

This world premier of our original work will be something not to miss! Three actresses set out to persuade William Shakespeare that his works are indeed still very relevant. Cast includes writers, Denice Hicks, Claire Syler and Nan Gurley and Brian Russell as William Shakespeare. Tickets will be available through TicketsNashville.com

THE TEMPEST at Shakespeare in the Park 2009 August 13–September 7, 2009

For the 22nd year – FREE and open to the public. $5 suggested donation encouraged.

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