Joan Marcus
Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park returns to Central Park in 2021!
The theater company plans to stage Merry Wives, an adaptation of The Merry Wives of Windsor, from July 6th to August 18th, 2021. More details
ABOUT MERRY WIVES
Set in South Harlem amidst a vibrant and eclectic community of West African immigrants, Merry Wives will be a celebration of Black joy, laughter, and vitality. A New York story about the tricks of the heart, performed in the heart of the city.
ABOUT SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
Shakespeare in the Park is an annual event held at the Delacorte Theater featuring large scale productions of famous works. Since its inception over 45 years ago, the Theater has hosted over five million people from across the globe.
Notable performances have included James Earl Jones in Othello, Meryl Streep in The Taming of the Shrew, and Al Pacino in The Merchant of Venice.
2021 Schedule & Tickets
Dates: July 6th to August 18th, 2021
Detailed performance schedule, and free ticket distribution can be viewed here.
Safety Protocols - Safety In The Park
Location
The Delacorte Theater in Central Park is accessible by entering at 81st Street and Central Park West or at 79th Street and Fifth Avenue.