William Shakespeare’s Hamlet | Shakespeare in the Park FREE Shakespeare in the Park 2024

July 12 - September 1, 2024

While grappling with the grief of his father’s murder, Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, is thrust into a web of deceit, betrayal, and impending war. Not only has his mother married his father’s brother, but his uncle is the murderer. This summer, become immersed in the intrigue of Shakespeare's Hamlet—a riveting blend of passion, ghosts, and royal drama that promises to heat up your summer nights with gripping intensity.

Admission to Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s Shakespeare in the Park Tour is free and open to the public. There are no ticket or RSVPs required and all performances are general admission. For questions regarding a specific location's policies on outside food and drink, protocols, etc. please contact the venue directly.

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MOBILE PROGRAM

Summer 2024

Dates subject to change. Check back closer to the performance date.

If you are interested in booking a performance at your park or outdoor venue contact us to inquire about cost and availability.

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FREE Shakespeare in the Park is made possible through the generous support of companies, foundations, and donors throughout the tri-state and beyond. If you would like to make a gift in support of the program, please visit the Park Fund page or call 513.381.2273 x 3208.

All donors to our FREE Shakespeare in the Park Fund between now and September 1, 2024 will be entered in a drawing to win free tickets to Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s 2024-2025 Season. We also have a variety of fun Shakespeare in the Park themed thank you gifts in exchange for your donations:

Thank you gifts will be fulfilled beginning July 12, 2024.

All gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Any questions, please contact us.

This season, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company embarks on PROJECT Hamlet, presenting a trio of productions that explore the timeless tragedy of "Hamlet." The series begins with a FREE production of "Hamlet" in the parks across the tri-state area, followed by the Cincinnati premiere of James Ijames' Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Fat Ham," which reimagines the story of "Hamlet" as a backyard BBQ in the South. The series concludes with the World Premiere of Lauren Gunderson's "A Room in the Castle" which is based on the women of "Hamlet." This play was commissioned by CSC and is co-produced with The Folger Theatre in Washington DC.