Chesapeake Shakespeare Company

06/14/2026

Congratulations to the cast, crew, and creative team of THE TALE OF CYMBELINE on a wonderful opening night! ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us under the stars at the PFI Historic Park to launch another summer of Shakespeare in the ruins.

Here's to many more magical nights ahead. 🌙

06/13/2026

Opening night is here, and so is your first look at THE TALE OF CYMBELINE!

Adventure, romance, mistaken identities, and a touch of magic come to life beneath the stars at the beautiful PFI Historic Park in Ellicott City. Set among the historic ruins and summer greenery, this one-of-a-kind production transforms an evening outdoors into an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Pack a picnic and settle in for a night of storytelling unlike any other. And don't forget—kids always get in free* with a paying adult, making it the perfect summer outing for the whole family.

NOW PLAYING through July 19! For tickets and more information, visit ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

Photos by Kiirstn Pagan Photography

06/10/2026

⚔️ Sharpen your stage combat skills in our Sword & Shield Intensive with Certified Teacher Jonathan Ezra Rubin.

Train in one of theatrical combat's most exciting disciplines while building technique, safety, and storytelling skills. Students may also test for recognition through the Society of American Fight Directors (additional SAFD adjudication fee applies).

COURSE BEGINS JUNE 22! Learn more and register at ChesShakes.com/Sword-Shield

06/09/2026

Planning your visit to our summer home In-The-Ruins? This season brings a few exciting changes, so be sure to brush up on everything you need to know before you go!

From a new entrance location to updated arrival information, we've got all the details to help make your evening smooth and enjoyable.

Got more questions? Visit ChesShakes.com/PFI for our full list of FAQs.

Join us for TALE OF CYMBELINE at the PFI Historic Park. Performances begin June 12!

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Congratulations to our cast and crew on a fantastic tech rehearsal weekend!

There’s magic in the air, and we can’t wait to share this enchanting tale outdoors and under the stars with you.

THE TALE OF CYMBELINE opens THIS Friday and kids get in free!* For tickets and more visit ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

*Up to two free kids per paying adult. Subject to availability.

06/05/2026

Experience Shakespeare under the stars with Chesapeake Shakespeare Company In-The-Ruins at the PFI Historic Park in Ellicott City!

Every summer, Chesapeake Shakespeare Company transforms the picturesque ruins of a 19th-century girls’ school into a magical outdoor theatre. Nestled on a scenic hillside above Historic Ellicott City, the PFI Historic Park offers an unforgettable evening of live performance, nature, and community.

Join us this summer for THE TALE OF CYMBELINE, a sweeping tale of love, loss, mistaken identity, and second chances, brought to life by a traveling troupe of players in the ruins. Performances begin June 12. Learn more and get tickets at ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline.

06/03/2026

🎨👑🌿 Crafts, Costumes & Cymbeline!

Join us starting at 5:00 PM every Sunday for Family Fun Day before THE TALE OF CYMBELINE at PFI Historic Park. Enjoy crafts, costumes, story time, games on the green, and plenty of room for picnics and play before the performance begins.

Best of all, kids get in FREE*with a paying adult! Bring your blanket, pack a picnic, and make a day of it with the whole family at one of Maryland's most unique outdoor theatre experiences.

Learn more and reserve your seats at ChesShakes.com/Cymbeline

*Up to two free youth tickets per paying adult. Limit of four tickets per household. May not be combined with other offers. Subject to availability

06/01/2026

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

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.

05/30/2026

Powder kegs, passion, and star-crossed romance? Count us in! We’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 America’s 250th birthday, this fresh take on Shakespeare’s iconic love story is coming to a community near you.

Check out our official tour schedule at ShakespeareBeyond.com