Utah Shakespeare Festival
Annual Shakespearean festival in Cedar City, Utah
Utah Shakespeare Festival
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The Utah Shakespeare Festival is an annual theatre festival held in Cedar City, Utah. Founded in 1961 by Fred C. Adams, the festival is one of the oldest and largest Shakespeare festivals in North America. It is hosted on the campus of Southern Utah University and features a variety of plays by William Shakespeare and other classical and contemporary playwrights.
History[edit | edit source]
The Utah Shakespeare Festival was established in 1961 by Fred C. Adams, who envisioned a festival that would bring the works of William Shakespeare to life in the scenic setting of Cedar City. The festival began with a modest budget and a small group of actors but quickly grew in popularity and reputation. Over the years, it has expanded its repertoire to include not only Shakespearean plays but also works by other classical and contemporary playwrights.
Venues[edit | edit source]
The festival is held in several venues on the campus of Southern Utah University, including:
- The Adams Shakespearean Theatre, an outdoor replica of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.
- The Randall L. Jones Theatre, a modern indoor theatre.
- The Eileen and Allen Anes Studio Theatre, a flexible black box theatre.
Productions[edit | edit source]
The Utah Shakespeare Festival produces a diverse range of plays each season, typically running from June to October. The festival's repertoire includes:
Education and Outreach[edit | edit source]
The festival is committed to education and outreach, offering a variety of programs for students, teachers, and the general public. These include:
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
The Utah Shakespeare Festival has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theatre in 2000. It is widely regarded as one of the premier Shakespeare festivals in the United States.
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