Wisconsin Lutheran College
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📅 Saturday, July 12, 2025
Welcome to Shakespeare in the Park at Wisconsin Lutheran College!
We’re thrilled to return for our third season at this beautiful campus green — and to kick off the 2025 season right here at Wisconsin Lutheran College. With extra special thanks to our gracious hosts at WLC Fine Arts, Simon Provan and Loni Boyd, this sunny central quad becomes our stage for a day of theatre, music, and community. Details will be updated as more information becomes available. To make sure you don’t miss any updates — especially last-minute changes — we highly recommend that you register or make a reservation. So, without further “Much Ado”… |
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Shows and Activities
1:00 PM
🎪 The PLAY’s the Thing tent opens - Special Scheduled Activity To Be Announced
(Check back closer to the show date for updates!)
2:00 PM
Much Ado About Nothing – Puppet Edition
A 45-minute performance full of wit, puppets, and quick changes
2:45 PM
The PLAY’s the Thing tent reopens for more drop-in fun
🎪 3:00 PM
The PLAY'S the Thing Special Scheduled Activity To Be Announced
4:10 PM
Early Music Now performance
Live Renaissance-era music, 30–35 minutes
5:00 PM
The Taming of the Shrew
An 80-minute Shakespeare comedy featuring a small-but-mighty cast
The The PLAY's the Thing tent will be located near the Box Office / House / Information tent. To participate, pop over to the tent!
Unless otherwise noted, all activities are easy to pop in and out of at any time. No need to arrive at the top of the hour.
Suggested arrival time at WLC: 15–30 minutes before either showtime
🕐 Concessions and PLAY’s activities will pause during performances.
🎭 About the Shows and Activities
👉 [Click here for full descriptions of the shows, music, and games]
1:00 PM
🎪 The PLAY’s the Thing tent opens - Special Scheduled Activity To Be Announced
(Check back closer to the show date for updates!)
2:00 PM
Much Ado About Nothing – Puppet Edition
A 45-minute performance full of wit, puppets, and quick changes
2:45 PM
The PLAY’s the Thing tent reopens for more drop-in fun
🎪 3:00 PM
The PLAY'S the Thing Special Scheduled Activity To Be Announced
4:10 PM
Early Music Now performance
Live Renaissance-era music, 30–35 minutes
5:00 PM
The Taming of the Shrew
An 80-minute Shakespeare comedy featuring a small-but-mighty cast
The The PLAY's the Thing tent will be located near the Box Office / House / Information tent. To participate, pop over to the tent!
Unless otherwise noted, all activities are easy to pop in and out of at any time. No need to arrive at the top of the hour.
Suggested arrival time at WLC: 15–30 minutes before either showtime
🕐 Concessions and PLAY’s activities will pause during performances.
🎭 About the Shows and Activities
👉 [Click here for full descriptions of the shows, music, and games]
🚗 Getting Here – Location & Directions
Location: Wisconsin Lutheran College
Performances take place on the central quad — a large, sunny grassy area in the middle of campus. The quad is not visible from surrounding streets, so look for Shakespeare in the Park signage to guide you.
🚗 Navigation Option 1 – Wisconsin Avenue📍 Center for Arts and Performance Address:
8815 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
Parking & Walking:
Approaching from Wisconsin Avenue, you may park on the street or in the faculty parking lot. Your walking route will vary slightly depending on where you park:
♿ Mobility Drop-off: The small permit-only lot on N 89th Street offers the flattest access to the performance area. Drop-offs only—no parking permitted.
🚗 Navigation Option 2 – Bluemound Road📍 WLC Main Entrance Address:
8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Parking & Walking:
Free parking is available along Bluemound Road. Please do not park in college lots. From the street:
♿ Mobility Drop-off Note: While access from Bluemound is possible, it’s a longer and less level route. The N 89th Street drop-off (described above) is recommended for guests with mobility needs.
🗺️ [Click here to open the full Google Map for all Shakespeare in the Park locations]
Location: Wisconsin Lutheran College
Performances take place on the central quad — a large, sunny grassy area in the middle of campus. The quad is not visible from surrounding streets, so look for Shakespeare in the Park signage to guide you.
🚗 Navigation Option 1 – Wisconsin Avenue📍 Center for Arts and Performance Address:
8815 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
Parking & Walking:
Approaching from Wisconsin Avenue, you may park on the street or in the faculty parking lot. Your walking route will vary slightly depending on where you park:
- Faculty Lot: Enter the large grassy campus quad via the stairs at the south end of the lot.
- Street Parking (West of N 89th St): Walk east toward the Center for Performing Arts, then turn right up N 89th Street. Enter campus via the first small student parking lot on your left.
- Street Parking (East of the Center): Walk west to the faculty lot entrance and use the staircase at the south end to reach the quad.
♿ Mobility Drop-off: The small permit-only lot on N 89th Street offers the flattest access to the performance area. Drop-offs only—no parking permitted.
🚗 Navigation Option 2 – Bluemound Road📍 WLC Main Entrance Address:
8800 W Bluemound Rd, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Parking & Walking:
Free parking is available along Bluemound Road. Please do not park in college lots. From the street:
- Walk toward the main entrance and follow the sidewalk around the east side of the building.
- Signage will direct you to the grassy campus quad and performance area.
♿ Mobility Drop-off Note: While access from Bluemound is possible, it’s a longer and less level route. The N 89th Street drop-off (described above) is recommended for guests with mobility needs.
🗺️ [Click here to open the full Google Map for all Shakespeare in the Park locations]
🧺 What to Expect / We’re Here to Help – Comfort & Amenities
Box Office / House / Info Tent
Will open at least one hour before the first performance and will be located at the edge of the campus quad.
If you have a reservation, check in here and we’ll help you find your pre-selected space.
👉 More about reservations is on the main Shakespeare in the Park 2025 page
☀️ Sun/Shade: The WLC quad is very sunny and has minimal shade. Hats, sunscreen, and hydration are strongly encouraged!
🚻 Restrooms:
Indoor restrooms are available in the Center for Arts and Performance, with easy access from the performance space.
🧺 Picnics:
Bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic before, during, or after the show. There are no picnic tables, but there’s plenty of open space.
🚫 No alcohol is permitted on campus.
♿ ADA Accessibility - In addition to the navigation tips above
– Accessible Parking: Street parking only; nearest drop-off point is 89th Street
– Pathways: Accessible, flat entrance available via the 89th Street drop-off area
– Restrooms: Indoor and accessible via the Center for Arts and Performance
– Seating: Audience seating is on lush grass — please bring a chair or blanket
🍿 Concessions
Optimist Theatre concessions will be available at this location.
🐾 Pets
Please leave pets at home for this location. Wisconsin Lutheran College is not a public park and does not permit pets on campus grounds.
🐶 Service animals are always welcome.
Box Office / House / Info Tent
Will open at least one hour before the first performance and will be located at the edge of the campus quad.
If you have a reservation, check in here and we’ll help you find your pre-selected space.
👉 More about reservations is on the main Shakespeare in the Park 2025 page
☀️ Sun/Shade: The WLC quad is very sunny and has minimal shade. Hats, sunscreen, and hydration are strongly encouraged!
🚻 Restrooms:
Indoor restrooms are available in the Center for Arts and Performance, with easy access from the performance space.
🧺 Picnics:
Bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic before, during, or after the show. There are no picnic tables, but there’s plenty of open space.
🚫 No alcohol is permitted on campus.
♿ ADA Accessibility - In addition to the navigation tips above
– Accessible Parking: Street parking only; nearest drop-off point is 89th Street
– Pathways: Accessible, flat entrance available via the 89th Street drop-off area
– Restrooms: Indoor and accessible via the Center for Arts and Performance
– Seating: Audience seating is on lush grass — please bring a chair or blanket
🍿 Concessions
Optimist Theatre concessions will be available at this location.
- Light snacks will be offered for a suggested donation.
🐾 Pets
Please leave pets at home for this location. Wisconsin Lutheran College is not a public park and does not permit pets on campus grounds.
🐶 Service animals are always welcome.
🏞️ Other Things to Do at WLC
This performance kicks off our season! While there aren’t trails or playgrounds nearby, you’re welcome to stroll the well-kept campus and explore the greenspace before or after the show.
🤝 Proudly hosted by Wisconsin Lutheran College and the Center for Performing Arts
Special thanks to Simon Provan and Loni Boyd for making it possible to rehearse in their beautiful facility.
📰 Want to help spread the word?
Download and share the Wisconsin Lutheran College – Shakespeare in the Park flyer (available soon).
Flyers for all show locations will be available on the main Shakespeare in the Park 2025 page.
This performance kicks off our season! While there aren’t trails or playgrounds nearby, you’re welcome to stroll the well-kept campus and explore the greenspace before or after the show.
🤝 Proudly hosted by Wisconsin Lutheran College and the Center for Performing Arts
Special thanks to Simon Provan and Loni Boyd for making it possible to rehearse in their beautiful facility.
📰 Want to help spread the word?
Download and share the Wisconsin Lutheran College – Shakespeare in the Park flyer (available soon).
Flyers for all show locations will be available on the main Shakespeare in the Park 2025 page.
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