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Our Mission

Grounded in the works of Shakespeare, we enrich communities through accessible, inclusive, professional theatre experiences that educate, inspire, and entertain diverse audiences.
In Central Park Providing free Shakespeare in Louisville’s Central Park as the Official Shakespeare Festival of the Commonwealth School Programs Interactive, education outreach in schools and in digital/virtual format In the Community Productions during the year and outreach including with veterans, incarcerated youth, and those impacted by cancer

News & Stories

Announcing our 2022 Season!
December 5, 2021
We’re Moving Home to Old Louisville
April 2, 2021
Audience Magazine, January 2021, featuring Shakespeare with Veterans and Producing Artistic Director Matt Wallace
January 11, 2021
Celebrate 60: The Kentucky Shakespeare Festival Anniversary Production
September 14, 2020

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