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Actors' Theatre of Columbus Sets 35th Anniversary Season

In 1982, Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) kicked off its first season with a single production of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. The success of that season proved that Schiller Park was an excellent venue for open air Shakespearean theater, and the troupe has continued this tradition for 35 years. Actors' Theatre will perform its 100th play in Schiller in 2016.
Summer Stages: Top 10 Summer Theatre Offerings in Columbus, Ohio

As the summer months heat up, so do the Columbus stages. Check out BWW's top 5 picks that the whole family can enjoy without breaking the bank this summer:
Actors' Theatre of Columbus to Present ROMEO AND JULIET, 9/13-22

Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare's star-crossed young lovers, will be making an appearance in the Columbus Commons in September, offered up by Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC).
Actors' Theatre's THE BEAUX STRATEGEM Continues Through 9/1 at Schiller Park

Don't miss your chance to see The Beaux' Stratagem, the last play of Actors' Theatre's Schiller Park season. It is being performed, starting at 8:00 p.m., every Thursday through Sunday night through September 1. That means you have only three short weekends to get to the park and see this well-received comedy.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Produces THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM, Now thru 9/1

What are two young gentlemen in the early 18th century to do when they are left penniless as the result of having squandered their family fortunes? They seek rich wives, of course - the sooner, the better. Actors' Theatre of Columbus is producing THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM as its final play of the Schiller Park Season. The comedy will be performed every Today through Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. from today, August 1 to September 1. It is directed by Adam Simon. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs to make the experience more comfortable.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus to Produce THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM, 8/1-9/1

What are two young gentlemen in the early 18th century to do when they are left penniless as the result of having squandered their family fortunes? They seek rich wives, of course - the sooner, the better. Actors' Theatre of Columbus is producing THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM as its final play of the Schiller Park Season. The comedy will be performed every Thursday through Sunday evening at 8:00 p.m. from August 1 to September 1. It is directed by Adam Simon. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs to make the experience more comfortable.
BWW Reviews: Actors' Theatre of Columbus- Shakespeare at Schiller Gets Warm Reception Despite Chilly Evening

Actors' Theater of Columbus opened its 32nd summer season with its Annual Opening Night Tent Dinner last night in the Schiller Park amphitheater. Despite the uncooperative weather canceling the performance of "King Arthur and the Sword of Britain", the crowd was abuzz with excitement over this season's line-up of free summer theater productions in the park.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents SHAKESPEARE IN THE COMMONS, Beginning Today

Love is in the air this summer at the Columbus Commons. Following up on last year's success, the Commons has invited the award-winning Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) back to perform in the Bicentennial Pavilion.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus and CSG to Present THE CRUCIBLE, Now thru 3/3

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will kick off its 2013 season with a joint production of The Crucible with Columbus School for Girls (CSG).
Actors' Theatre of Columbus to Present SHAKESPEARE IN THE COMMONS, Beg. May 2013

Love is in the air this summer at the Columbus Commons. Following up on last year's success, the Commons has invited the award-winning Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) back to perform in the Bicentennial Pavilion.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus and CSG to Present THE CRUCIBLE, 2/28-3/3

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will kick off its 2013 season with a joint production of The Crucible with Columbus School for Girls (CSG).
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Announces 2013 Events

Now in its thirty-second year, the award-winning Actors' Theatre of Columbus (ATC) will be offering a little something for everyone during its spring and summer season.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Actors' Theatre's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will close its 2012 summer season at the Columbus Commons with the production of Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. The production will run Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun for two weekends, September 13-16 and September 20-23, with performances starting at 7:30 PM. Performances are free, though donations of $5-10 are encouraged. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the production below.
Actors’ Theatre to Close Successful Summer Season with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, 9/13-23

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will close its 2012 summer season at the Columbus Commons with the production of Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. The production will run Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun for two weekends, September 13-16 and September 20-23, with performances starting at 7:30 PM. Performances are free, though donations of $5-10 are encouraged.
Actors’ Theatre of Columbus Presents THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED), 8/16-8/26

A parody of Shakespeare's plays in first on tap as Actors' Theatre of Columbus unveils The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) on Thursday, August 16 at the Columbus Commons.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, 6/28-7/29

Actors' Theatre of Columbus tackles The Merchant of Venice as its mid-summer offering in order to let audiences decide Shakespeare's intent for Shylock themselves. John S. Kuhn, Artistic Director of Actors' Theatre, who is also playing the role of Shylock, promises a nuanced performance from all of the actors in this production, which runs June 28 through July 29.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, 6/28-7/29

Actors' Theatre of Columbus tackles The Merchant of Venice as its mid-summer offering in order to let audiences decide Shakespeare's intent for Shylock themselves. John S. Kuhn, Artistic Director of Actors' Theatre, who is also playing the role of Shylock, promises a nuanced performance from all of the actors in this production, which runs June 28 through July 29.
Actors' Theatre of Columbus Presents ROBIN HOOD, Now thru 6/24

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will begin their 31st season with an exciting swashbuckling world premiere of Robin Hood in German Village's Schiller Park. The park will be transformed into Sherwood Forest beginning tonight, May 24th.
Actors' Theatre Hosts Tent Dinner Before Premiere of ROBIN HOOD Tonight, 5/24

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will be transforming German Village's Schiller Park into Sherwood Forest for its Annual Tent Dinner this evening, May 24th. In the offing is the world premiere of Robin Hood, of English folklore fame, which was written for Actors' Theatre by local playwright Philip J. Hickman.
Actors Theatre of Columbus Presents ROBIN HOOD, 5/24-6/24

Actors' Theatre of Columbus will begin their 31st season with an exciting swashbuckling world premiere of Robin Hood in German Village's Schiller Park. The park will be transformed into Sherwood Forest beginning Thursday, May 24th.

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