Orlando Shakespeare Theatre

From I-4, take the Princeton Street exit #85. Head East on Princeton Street. At the corner of Princeton and Mills (US Highway 17 / 92) turn Left. Go one block to East Rollins Street and turn Left. The entrance to the free parking area is at the first driveway on the Left.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF, is one of Central Florida’s most prestigious theatrical venues.  Each season filled with plays and events that promise to entertain and educate audiences of all ages.

Located in the historic John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center at Loch Haven Park—between the Orlando Science Center and the Orlando Museum of Art— the Orlando Shakespeare Theater attracts thousands of theatergoers regionally and nationally each year with a diverse number of events for the whole family.

2011-2012 SIGNATURE SERIES

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST | Written by Oscar Wilde
September 14 - October 9, 2011 in the Margeson Theater
A rousing escapade of romance, Oscar Wilde dishes up scathing social satire, effervescent wit, and high farce making this one of the most cherished plays in the English language.

A PLAYFEST PREMIERE -- To Be Announced
October 12 - November 13, 2011 in the Goldman Theater
Come to this year's PlayFest and help us decide next year's premiere! What show will follow Opus, Wittenberg, Shotgun, Around the World in 80 Days, and Charm as our next PlayFest play?

A TUNA CHRISTMAS | Written by Ed Howard, Joe Sears and Jaston Williams
December 1 - 24, 2011 in the Margeson Theater
Back by popular demand! Join us for all the laughs as two talented men portray all 24 citizens of Texas' third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies.

ROMEO AND JULIET | Written by William Shakespeare
January 25 - March 17, 2012 in the Margeson Theater
Pure and passionate, tempestuous and true - the feverish intensity of youth explodes in the most enduring love story of all time.

CYMBELINE | Written by William Shakespeare
February 18 - March 18, 2012 in the Margeson Theater
Evil Queens, forbidden love, mistaken identities, banishment, magic potions, and poison fill the stage in Shakespeare's storybook adventure.

A MODERN MASTERPIECE -- To Be Announced
March 21 - April 22, 2012 in the Goldman Theater
We are currently in negotiations to bring you one of New York's hottest titles to end our season. Will the current hits God of Carnage or Red be next year's The 39 Steps?

2011-2012 THEATER FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES SERIES

SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS | Written by Maurice Berger
July 7 - August 7, 2011 in the Margeson Theater
Based on the classic fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs tells the famous story of a sweet girl who grows up in the woods, as part of a most unusual family. It's wicked fun for the whole family!

MISS NELSON IS MISSING | Adapted from the book by Harry Allard & James Marshall
Book, Music & Lyrics by Joan Cushing
October 20 - November 19, 2011 in the Margeson Theater
Miss Nelson's rude and rowdy students are misbehaving AGAIN! But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson is replaced by Viola Swamp, the scariest substitute teacher ever.

CHARLOTTE'S WEB | By Joseph Robinette
Adapted from the book by E.B. White
March 29 - April 29, 2012 in the Margeson Theater
Called "the best American children's book of the past two hundred years" by the Children's Literature Association, E.B. White's timeless tale explores bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.

The 2011-2012 Season is subject to change; additional information about the season, including creative team and casting, will be announced at a later date.