Chesapeake Shakespeare Company

Chesapeake Shakespeare Company Maryland's premier classics theater We dream boldly, create passionately, engage meaningfully, and entertain energetically.
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Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is Maryland's premier classic theatre, a nonprofit professional company dedicated to using the great works of Shakespeare and other classic playwrights to engage audiences in meaningful ways through innovative performance, community outreach, and educational programming. We say, "Shakespeare is for everyone," and we are devoted to inclusion and to inviting the audien

ce into the experience of the plays. We strive to use the poetic language, universal themes, cultural content, and great humanity expressed by these storytellers to build community connections. We are not just a stage or playhouse: We are a new anchor of a gateway corridor in Downtown Baltimore and we strive to contribute to its renaissance. Our educational programming serves thousands of schoolchildren from the city, from Maryland counties, and from surrounding states.

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company! šŸŒˆThis month, we celebrate the freedom to live openly...
06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from all of us at Chesapeake Shakespeare Company! šŸŒˆ

This month, we celebrate the freedom to live openly, love boldly, and be authentically yourself. We honor the LGBTQ+ artists, audiences, staff, volunteers, and supporters whose creativity, courage, and individuality help make our community stronger every day.

May we continue to create spaces where everyone is welcomed, valued, and encouraged to be exactly who they are.

Powder kegs, passion, and star-crossed romance? Count us in! Weā€™re bringing FREE performances of ROMEO AND JULIET to par...
05/30/2026

Powder kegs, passion, and star-crossed romance? Count us in! Weā€™re bringing FREE performances of ROMEO AND JULIET to parks across Maryland with Shakespeare Beyond.

Set against the backdrop of Revolutionary America in celebration of Americaā€™s 250th birthday, this fresh take on Shakespeareā€™s iconic love story is coming to a community near you.

Check out our official tour schedule at ShakespeareBeyond.com

Construction is underway in the ruinsā€¦ āš’ļøšŸŒæ Our team is hard at work transforming the PFI Historic Park into the wanderin...
05/29/2026

Construction is underway in the ruinsā€¦ āš’ļøšŸŒæ

Our team is hard at work transforming the PFI Historic Park into the wandering world of Cymbeline. Bit by bit, the ruins become a home for storytelling, spectacle, and a caravan of Shakespearean magic.

THE TALE OF CYMBELINE opens JUNE 12. For tickets and more information visit, ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

āœØšŸŒ™ CSC under the stars and in the ruins? Yes, please! šŸŽ­šŸ›ļøWeā€™re at rehearsal tonight giving you a first look as our incre...
05/29/2026

āœØšŸŒ™ CSC under the stars and in the ruins? Yes, please! šŸŽ­šŸ›ļø

Weā€™re at rehearsal tonight giving you a first look as our incredible cast and crew bringing THE TALE OF CYMBELINE to life. Here's your sneak peek at the magic of Shakespeare outdoors in Ellicott City ā€” this is one you wonā€™t want to miss. šŸ‘‘āš”ļøāœØ

For Tickets and more information visit: ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

Get your first look at the lovers, schemers, royals, and rogues bringing this rarely staged romance to life! This summer...
05/28/2026

Get your first look at the lovers, schemers, royals, and rogues bringing this rarely staged romance to life!

This summer, THE TALE OF CYMBELINE comes to the ruins at PFI Historic Park with a thrilling story of forbidden love, mistaken identities, betrayal, and redemption. Follow Princess Imogen on an unforgettable journey in one of Shakespeareā€™s most adventurous plays.

Meet the cast, then join us under the stars in Ellicott City this summer.

Tickets on sale now at ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

Unlock the mystery behind Shakespeareā€™s most surprising romance. šŸ‘‘āœØJoin fellow lovers of drama and literature for a deep...
05/27/2026

Unlock the mystery behind Shakespeareā€™s most surprising romance. šŸ‘‘āœØ

Join fellow lovers of drama and literature for a deep dive into The Tale of Cymbeline. Guided by expert instructors, youā€™ll sharpen your critical eye, unpack Shakespeareā€™s language, and explore the themes of love, identity, betrayal, and redemption that make this late play so captivating.

And the best part? Your tuition includes a FREE TICKET to experience The Tale of Cymbeline live onstage, outdoors and under the stars in Ellicott City.

Come ready to question, discover, and connect. Spots are limitedā€”register today at ChesShakes.com/Crit-Cymbeline

Before The Tale of Cymbeline takes the stage, weā€™re looking back at summers past at PFI Historic Park āœØ Every season, th...
05/24/2026

Before The Tale of Cymbeline takes the stage, weā€™re looking back at summers past at PFI Historic Park āœØ

Every season, the ruins of a 19th-century girlsā€™ school become a one-of-a-kind outdoor stage, where audiences bring picnics, blankets, and the whole family for theatre in the open air.

Come early, explore the grounds, enjoy the views, and settle in for an unforgettable night of live performance.

Join us this year for The Tale of Cymbeline! Get tickets now at ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

A fairytale thriller unfolds under the stars! The Tale of Cymbeline is up next In-The-Ruins at the Patapsco Female Insti...
05/22/2026

A fairytale thriller unfolds under the stars! The Tale of Cymbeline is up next In-The-Ruins at the Patapsco Female Institute, our summer home in Ellicott City. Experience romance, mischief, music, and magicā€”all in oneā€”as Princess Imogen journeys through betrayal, disguise, and war to reclaim her banished love.

Pack a picnic, bring your favorite drinks and people, and settle in for an enchanted night of theatreā€”complete with live music and pre-show fun and games. Plus kids get in FREE!*

Grab your tickets today at ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

Get ready for a summer full of imagination, laughter, and fearless storytelling!Whether youā€™re a young theater-maker rea...
05/20/2026

Get ready for a summer full of imagination, laughter, and fearless storytelling!

Whether youā€™re a young theater-maker ready for full-day, week-long creative adventures, or a teen artist eager to dive deep into Shakespeare with our bold Teen Mechanicals ensemble, thereā€™s a place for you on our stage.

Spots fill quickly! Donā€™t miss your chance to make this a summer of big ideas, fearless performances, and unforgettable fun.

To learn more and to register, visit -> ChesShakes.com/Camps

Address

7 S. Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD
21202

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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+14102448570

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