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To engage, connect, and inspire communities by exploring

our shared human experiences through inclusive, professional

Shakespeare productions and theatre arts education. 

 

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To engage, connect, and inspire communities by exploringour shared human experiences through inclusive, professionalShakespeare productions and theatre arts education. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The South Dakota Shakespeare Festival believes that as theatre-makers, storytelling is our greatest tool to effect positive systemic change, social justice for all, and increased representation of underserved populations. We come together as artists, educators, administrators, technicians, volunteers, board, and audience members of all backgrounds, intentionally including those who are Black, Indigenous, other Persons of Color, as well as persons of any dis/ability, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, and cultural background. We strive in all aspects of production and creation to provide leadership and connection to our community to promote diversity and inclusivity. We invite our communities, near and far, to join us in expressing kinship with all people to bring unity, justice, dignity, and respect to all.

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South Dakota Shakespeare Festival's first company

Current programming of the South Dakota Shakespeare Festival consists of four days of professionally produced full-length Shakespeare performances in Vermillion's Prentis Park, pre-show vending and entertainment, and educational programming for youth and adults. In keeping with our mission, all programming is offered free to the public.   

As our theatre company grows we plan to expand our offerings to a repertory season of two or more plays, to extend the reach of our performances beyond Vermillion through a regional production tour, and to continue to develop our educational outreach programming, working with additional partners, and beyond the summer months. By touring to schools, outdoor parks, and venues throughout the state and region, we strive to reach beyond larger urban centers and expose geographically remote and historically under-served communities to the immensely valuable cultural, artistic and social experience of a state-wide Shakespeare Festival.

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