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1. ADD THE BASIC NEW CONTENT AND THEN LAY IT OUT NICELY LATER.
3. turn text blue after it's good to go
4. INCLUDE NOTES ON WHICH TOPICS NEED TO HAVE PAGES CRAFTED.
5. PICK A PAGE ALREADY CRAFTED, UPDATE IT PER MY NOTES AND USE IT AS A TEMPLATE
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Welcome to Shakespeare in the Park 2025!
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This summer, Optimist Theatre brings you an exciting season--one stage, two plays, and a small company of three actors taking on every role! Whether you're a lifelong Shakespeare fan or brand new to the Bard, our performances promise fast-paced storytelling, inventive staging, and a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Performances are free and open to all—just bring your curiosity (and maybe a picnic). Need details on dates, locations, or what to expect? You’re in the right place. We're Turning Sweet Sixteen with Battles of the Sexes!SH - craft description: Taming of the Shrew - Much Ado with puppets - Early Music Now - The PLAY's the thing - Themed?
Make a Day of It!With so many options, why see just one show when you can enjoy a full afternoon of theatre, music, and play? Start with The PLAY’s the Thing for fun, drop-in theatre games, then experience Much Ado About Nothing in a whimsical (SH not the right word) puppet performance. Take a break for more games, enjoy a live Early Music Now concert, and then settle in for the grand finale--The Taming of the Shrew.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and soak in a summer afternoon filled with laughter, storytelling, and community. Whether you come for one show or stay for it all, we can’t wait to see you there! Now, let's get you to a show or two!How to find the info you need
Let's get serious. Okay. I couldn't keep a straight face but - all kidding aside - it's not hard to find us and enjoy a delightful day of Shakespeare in the Park. Until it is. Then it's maddening. Let's minimize that possibility ahead of time.
Over the years, we've been asked and answered a lot of questions about what we're doing, how to find the shows, what to expect, etc. This page will help you find all the answers to all the questions. As you can imagine, it's a lot. Hopefully, we've organized it in a user friendly fashion. This page has some of the basics you'll need in order to decide if a day at Shakespeare in the Park is To Be or Not To Be. To help you find the info you need, look for the markers below to help you find topics by function. If the function is specific to one particular location, there will be a caption below it. Otherwise, you can assume the info it points to is general to the event as a whole. Search box SH FLESH OUT THE OPTIONS DETAILED ABOVE BUT NOT MUCH. POSS ADD A COLOR BLOCK TO MAKE THIS EASIER TO SEE Essentials
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Okay, okay! You know how this page works! Let's get to it.... If you're still trying to decide where to attend - our suggested approachOnce you are enticed to attend, you need to know when, where and a few other Essential things.
There is a copious amount of info available but you're not expected to wade through all. It's here if you need it. We will do our best, however, to highlight the bare minimum info you will need in order to attend shows. Pick a date or location. if selecting location, consider one that's not in your neighborhood. SitP is about Milwaukee and this is a wonderful opportunity to easily foray into corners you've never visited. You may be surprised at how wonderful the city is and the rich history within your grasp. SH REVIEW AND COMPLETE WRITING ALL TEXT. You have a specific question1. Pick a day and a placePick a date and location in the grid below or scan the map.
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Looks good? Now, let's help you plan your day and get you there!
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Show Schedule
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Much Ado About Nothing
The Taming of the Shrew
Early Music Now
The PLAY’s the Thing – Join the Fun!Theatre isn’t just for watching—it’s for playing too! On every Shakespeare in the Park event day, drop in for The PLAY’s the Thing, a series of lively group theatre games designed for all ages. Whether you’re with friends, family, or just feeling adventurous, these games are a great way to step into the action, laugh, and play together.
When & Where?
📍 Available before and between performances—just stop by our home-base tent and jump in!
Kids are always welcome, but these games aren’t just for children! We encourage adults, families, and friend groups to join the fun. No experience needed—just a sense of play!
When & Where?
📍 Available before and between performances—just stop by our home-base tent and jump in!
Kids are always welcome, but these games aren’t just for children! We encourage adults, families, and friend groups to join the fun. No experience needed—just a sense of play!
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ADD THE BLOCKS AS PAGES ARE DRAFTED EVEN THOUGH THERE ARE MORE TOPICS. SEE THE EARLY LINCOLN PARK PAGE FOR THE MASTER LIST OF TOPICS
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