The Classic Comedy

A tale full of classic Shakespearean themes, including gender-bending disguises, love both fierce and unrequited, a gaggle of servants set on outwitting their bosses, and plenty of quintessential quotes, Twelfth Night is a perennial delight. Don't miss director Jess Chayes' new production of the classic from Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy as it plays in rep this summer!

What Is The Story?

Twelfth Night is the delightfully spirited tale of Viola, a shipwrecked orphan who takes matters into her own hands when stranded on the shores of an ancient isle. Populated by a lovelorn Duke, a mourning (yet single) Lady, and enough carousing servants to fill Downton Abbey, Viola must assume the disguise of a man just to find her way. And when that disguise lands her in a love triangle, she's no choice but to hold on as the hijinks flow. Love, laughter, and delight shine in all corners of the Bard's mad-cap masterpiece.