Colonial Theatre of Rhode Island, known for Shakespeare in Wilcox Park each summer, also offers Arts Education to the communities of Southern Rhode Island.
Our 26th annual season features:
William Shakespeare's
TWELFTH NIGHT
July 26 through August 13, 2017
Tuesday through Sunday at 8:00 PM
Directed by Harland Meltzer
The Colonial Theatre is committed to producing professional theatre of the highest quality, to providing an outdoor Shakespeare Festival, and to establishing a series of educational programs and training opportunities for both children and adults designed to enhance both knowledge and appreciation of theatre arts.
The Theatre holds an equally strong commitment to our community: that productions overall be both broadly appealing and challenging; that ticket prices be affordable, that local service organizations and other non-profits receive our support for their endeavors, and that The Colonial’s offerings be a source of inspiration and education as well as entertainment.
Our audiences say:
“Wonderful performance last night! Our whole family enjoyed it very much! The kids are asking to see it again and our 3 year old said ‘That was awesome!’.”
“I’ll be back Friday! With more friends! I’m excited!”
“My daughter and I enjoyed the show Sun night. I know she didn’t laugh once covering Shakespeare in school. Way more fun watching it. Thanks guys! Keep up great work.”
“It was a fantastic performance as usual! Thank you!”
“Awesome show tonight.”
“Coming back tonight because the show was so amazing last night. And I’m bringing friends. I love Shakespeare in the park.”
Colonial Theatre of Rhode Island believes in educating people of all ages in the various disciplines of theatre, through classes, outreach, and performance.
The Colonial strives to continue its strong commitment to the community by impacting, engaging, and inspiring its members, and by strengthening their appreciation for art, literature, and music, through professional theatrical productions and various educational and training environments southern Rhode Island.
The Colonial Theatre of Rhode Island is committed to producing professional theatre of the highest quality, to providing an outdoor Shakespeare Festival, and to establishing a series of educational programs and training opportunities for both children and adults designed to enhance both knowledge and appreciation of Theatre Arts.
The Colonial holds an equally strong commitment to our community: that its productions, overall, be both broadly appealing and challenging; that ticket prices be free or affordable, that local service organizations and other non-profits receive our support for their endeavors, and that Colonial Theatre’s offerings be a source of inspiration and education as well as entertainment.
Reviews, get directions and information Colonial Theatre Shakespeare.
