FREE Shakespeare in the Park Fund
Thanks to a generous network of donors, CSC is able to take FREE Shakespeare to communities across Cincinnati and beyond!
FREE Shakespeare in the Park:
Increases the availability of Arts Experiences beyond Downtown Cincinnati!
- 86% of audiences report that their community needs more arts opportunities
Makes professional theatre affordable for all!
- 89% of audiences report that this is the easiest and most accessible way to attend live theatre
And in 2021, it provided a safe way to attend the arts!
- For 57% of audiences, FREE Shakespeare in the Park was their first in-person arts experience since before the COVID-19 shutdown in March 2020
And, did you know – the actors you see in the park tour are the same ones who bring our Education Program to life each school year? Your gift supports them, thus also sustaining CSC’s numerous arts education opportunities that take place all year long. Thanks to your thoughtful donation, CSC is able to fully carry out its mission to bring Shakespeare and the Classics to life for all.



“My daughters went with me. It was their first play. We all loved it and really enjoyed talking to the cast. I had no idea this went on all summer and will make a point to take them to more next year. We can't really afford this type of thing so are so grateful you brought the show to us.” - Shakespeare in the Park Patron
“A Midsummer Night's Dream was hilarious! It made my 13-year-old son and 15-year-old daughter laugh out loud (me too)! Thank you for coming to Portsmouth [Ohio]. This is the third year we have driven from Ashland, KY, for this amazing event! Thank you for giving me the chance to expose my kids to Shakespeare as it should be - on the stage.” - Shakespeare in the Park Patron
Learn more by viewing our latest IMPACT REPORT.
Donate Online
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Donate by Mail
Please make a check out to Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and mail to:
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Attention: Development
217 W. 12th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Donate by Phone
Please call Associate Director of Development, Elaine Cox at 513-381-2273 ext. 3200
Donate at the Theater*
The box office will be happy to accept and process a tax-deductible donation by cash, check or credit card at:
The Otto M. Budig Theater
1195 Elm Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
*Call in advance for current hours (513)381-2273
Donate with Stock
Download instructions for making a gift of stock online here.
Questions? Contact Director of Development, Sara Clark at sara.clark@cincyshakes.com