Co-created by Allyn Burrows, Robin Eldridge, and Pedro Reis
Directed by Allyn Burrows and Pedro Reis

July 16–26
Tina Packer Playhouse

Circus & the Bard: The Next Chapter bounces back July 16–26! Shakespeare & Company and Spirit of the Circus reunite for a playful mash-up of jaw-dropping circus acts paired with Shakespeare’s beloved characters. When high-flying feats meet the Bard’s words, sparks fly, laughs abound, and something truly magical happens.

Thanks to the generosity of the Harvey and Virginia Kimmel Family Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation, Shakespeare & Company is offering free tickets to Circus & The Bard for youth and families with limited access to the arts. For more information, call the Box Office at 413.637.3353. Up to 25 free tickets to this mash-up of circus acts and Shakespeare will be available for any show, July 16–26. Reserve yours here! 

Join us on Wednesday, July 22 and Thursday, July 23 for relaxed, sensory-friendly performances*.

*What is a Sensory-Friendly Performance?

Sensory-friendly performances are adapted to create a more welcoming theater experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities, including people who are neurodivergent and first-time theatergoers. These performances may include reduced lighting and sound, pre-show guides, and a relaxed atmosphere where movement and noise are welcome. These shows are open to all patrons.