Optimist Theatre, in cooperation with Alverno College, is proud to announce the premier production for Shakespeare in the Park:

The Tempest

Starring James Pickering as Prospero


With Angela Iannone as Ariel and Tom Reed as Caliban

The Tempest is performing June 18, 19, 20, 24, 25, 26, and 27 at 8:00 PM in the Courtyard at Alverno College, with special matinees for groups at 12:00 noon on June 18 and 25.

Tickets will be available absolutely free of charge.

Seating is limited, so we recommend reservations. To reserve seating, click here.

Please include your name and the date, time, and number of admissions you'd like to reserve.


To view our Letter of Support from Mayor Tom Barrett, Click Here.


Shakespeare in the Park is made possible in part through the generous support of the Wisconsin Arts Board

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