Commonwealth Shakespeare Company stages a free Shakespeare play outdoors on Boston Common for a few weeks each summer. Its productions give classic works a contemporary approach, with actors performing on a temporary stage beneath the open sky. Bring a chair and settle in for a summer evening of theatre. The performances are popular, so arriving early helps you find a good place to sit; nearby food options make it easy to eat before the show.
Summer theatre on Boston Common
Each summer, Commonwealth Shakespeare Company builds a temporary stage on Boston Common and presents a Shakespeare play outdoors. The run lasts a few weeks, usually in late July and early August, and performances are free.
The company was founded in 1996 to bring Shakespeare to Boston audiences through contemporary productions. Its work also includes exploring Shakespeare's plays with young people in Greater Boston.
Planning your visit
The performances take place outside, so bring a chair and arrive early to choose a spot. You can bring a light picnic or look for food nearby before the show. The production changes, so check the company's website for current performance details.
Häufige Fragen
Are Commonwealth Shakespeare Company performances free?
Yes. The company's summer production on Boston Common is free.
When are performances held?
The outdoor production runs for a few weeks in summer, usually from late July to early August. Check the company's website for current dates.
Where does the performance take place?
The company stages its summer production on Boston Common in Boston.
What should I bring?
Bring a chair and, if you like, a light picnic. Arrive early to find a good spot.
