Description
Upstate Shakespeare Festival - Warehouse Theatre
FAQs
WHEN IS THE FESTIVAL?
The Upstate Shakespeare Festival takes place each summer. Usually one show runs from May to June and another from June to July. Shows begin at 7:00pm (arrive early to get a spot!) and run Thursday through Sunday each week during the run of shows.
The 26th Annual Upstate Shakespeare Festival will feature MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING from May 26th to June 26th, 2022. OTHELLO will soon follow premiering on July 14th until July 31st, 2022.
WHERE IS THE FESTIVAL?
Shows take place in beautiful Falls Park.
From the park’s main entrance: after entering the park, walk down the stairs and the stage will be on your right side.
From Furman College Way: enter the park and the stage will be on your left side.
From Falls Street/East Camperdown Way: walk over the Liberty Bridge until you reach Passarelle Bistro. Make a left, and the stage will be at the bottom of the hill.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
All Upstate Shakespeare Festival productions are free to the public. No tickets are required.
If you plan on enjoying alcohol during the show, you must purchase a wristband ($1, cash only).
Donations are gladly accepted at the end of the performance.
HOW LONG DOES EACH SHOW RUN?
Each show is briskly delivered in two hours. Usually, our actors dress in contemporary costumes to bring out the timelessness of Shakespeare’s themes.
WHAT CAN I BRING?
Patrons can bring lawn chairs, blankets, and even food for a picnic. Alcohol is allowed in clear, plastic cups with a valid ID and purchase of a wristband ($1, cash only).
