Special Events

SPECIAL EVENTS

Arts & Ideas Discussion Series

Know Before You Go
KBYG: Twelfth Night - Saturday, July 6, 10:00 AM, Haymarket Plaza
KBYG: Romeo & Juliet - Saturday, July 13, 10:00 AM, Haymarket Plaza

While anyone is welcome, these discussions about the plots of our two Shakespeare-written mainstage shows are framed specifically for audiences who may feel uncomfortable with or intimidated by Shakespeare. Our speaker will discuss the major plot points, themes, characters, and messages of the play in an accessible manner.

Shakespeare said WHAT?
Saturday, July 20, 10:00 AM, Haymarket Plaza

This presentation discusses the irreverence of Shakespeare prior to our mainstage show, the (also irreverent) play “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again].” Shakespeare’s plays are often thought of as pretentious or incomprehensible - this discussion aims to deconstruct that notion and equip audiences with the skills to understand - and to enjoy! - them.

Post-Performance Cast Talkbacks
Join us after select performances for a free talkback Q&A session with the casts of the shows! All audience members are invited and welcome to stay for this casual meet & greet opportunity. All events will take place in the Jamf Theatre.

Twelfth Night - Sunday, July 7, following the 1:30 PM performance
Romeo & Juliet - Saturday, July 20, following the 1:30 PM performance
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] - Saturday, July 27, following the 1:30 PM performance

WSF Craft Talks

Get a peek behind the curtain! Join us on select Sunday mornings at local area coffeeshops for informal chats with various folks whose creative spirits drive the action behind WSF. Hear from the artists who directed the shows; designed technical elements such as costumes, lighting, sound, and projections; workshopped our new works series; and even our traveling young artists’ troupe. All WSF Craft Talks are free and open to the public - though we encourage you to bring some questions and get yourself a delicious cup of joe!

Mainstage directors - Sunday, June 30, 10:00 AM - Shift
Mainstage designers - Sunday, July 7, 10:00 AM - The Goat
Merely Players - Sunday, July 14, 10:00 AM - Coffee Grounds
Improbable Fiction new works team - Sunday, July 21, 10:00 AM - Kahvi

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Signature Events

Chippewa Valley Theatre Industry Night

Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival strives to celebrate all theatre in Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley, so we invite YOU to join us for an “industry night” reception on Saturday, July 20. We welcome you to stop by the Clearwater Room at Pablo Center and mingle with each other and the cast/team of Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival, enjoying some free snacks and a cash bar. Folks with any connection to theatremaking (acting, directing, design/tech, orchestra pit for musicals, etc.) at any level (high school, college, community theatre, professional) are welcome to attend! This event is completely free of charge, and open to anyone with ties to local theatre.

Date: Saturday, July 20
Times: 9:00-10:30 PM
Location: Clearwater Room, Pablo Center
Admission/Fee: FREE