As part of one of the most prestigious and well-known Shakespeare festivals in the country, guests will be able to enjoy an evening of entertainment highlighted by a special performance of Shakespeare in Love.
Topic: Arts & Entertainment
Concerts on the Quad to return to Mondays in July
This summer will feature returning favorites such as “Singing under the Stars” and an “Evening of Jazz,” as well as welcome newcomers to the Quad.
The Merry Wives find a home in Normal this summer
Illinois Shakespeare Festival’s (ISF) opening play offers a concept that might be called “The Housewives of Normal, IL” circa 1978. Shenanigans will ensue from Falstaff poolside at the Windsor “Suite” Hotel as he pursues two married women.
Meet the directors of the 2018 Illinois Shakespeare Festival
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF) welcomes three incredible talents to the Ewing and Center for the Performing Arts theatres—Directors Karen Kessler, Deanna Jent, and Marti Lyons hold years of experience and they are sure to make this summer’s season fantastic.
MooNiE the one-man circus to return to Illinois Shakespeare Festival, June 30
Philip Earl Johnson’s MooNiE the Magnif’Cent returns to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival for two performances only on Saturday, June 30
Illinois Shakespeare Festival tours Lincoln-Shakespeare play
In celebration with the Illinois Bicentennial, the Illinois Shakespeare Festival (ISF) has commissioned a new play to be performed by the Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) troupe at multiple locations.
The play, titled “Double, Double”, tells the story of a young Abraham Lincoln, his discovery of the joy and genius of Shakespeare’s writings and the impact on the President’s life and work.
Illinois State University Concert Choir tours Prague, Salzburg, and Venice
The Illinois State University Concert Choir recently visited Prague, Salzburg, and Venice as part of their 2018 European Concert Tour.
The Midwest Institute of Opera announces 2018 Season
The Midwest Institute of Opera (MIO) presents its 2018 season from July 27 through August 5.
Quest for Extrasolar Worlds kicks off newly renovated Planetarium
The Illinois State University Planetarium will open a new show June 13 to highlight recent renovations.
Explore Shakespeare and Lincoln at Shakespearience, July 22
Milner Library, with support from the Alice and Fannie Fell Trust, will host the second annual Shakespearience from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 22.