News

"It takes a gifted writer to charm centuries of academics and audiences alike with what are essentially dung jokes aimed at con artists," writes C-Ville Weekly.
"This one just might be the must-see production of the entire season," says the Staunton News Leader.
The American Shakespeare Center is excited to announce the titles for the 2010/11 Restless Ecstasy Tour.

Education & Research

Designed for theatre professionals and advanced students, this three-week concentrated study in performing Shakespeare challenges actors and directors to discover, engage, experience, and revel in Shakespeare’s language.
Don't miss the guest lecturers in this Spring's 'Dr. Ralph Presents' Series, Holly Pickett from Washington and Lee speaks on DR. FAUSTUS Wednesday!
Get ready for summer! YCTC, Midsummer Day Camp, and No Kidding ShakespeareCamp for Adults opens registrations!
ASC Actors and Dr. Ralph Alan Cohen reveal all about the plays at ASC.

On Stage at the Blackfriars

SNOW DAYS ARE SHOW DAYS: As long as we have power, performances this week will continue as planned. However, if you are not able to travel safely to the Playhouse due to weather, please call our box office within 24 hours of the performance at 1-877-MUCH-ADO and we will exchange your tickets for another date with no fee.

2010 Actors' Renaissance Season

The Alchemist

The Alchemist

NOW PLAYING - APRIL 2

The story of what happens when two inventive and shameless con men and their scintillating companion, Dol Common, go to work on the citizens of London... More

Doctor Faustus

Doctor Faustus

NOW PLAYING - APRIL 1

In his masterpiece that predates almost all Shakespeare’s plays, Marlowe breathtakingly conjures Helen of Troy, the Seven Deadly Sins... More 

Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night

NOW PLAYING - APRIL 4

Writing at the height of his powers, Shakespeare gives us a feast of language and songs – and a stage full of memorable characters... More

Henry VI, Part 2

Henry VI, Part 2

STARTS FEBRUARY 18

In this wild carnival of avarice, Shakespeare gives us the glorious second-chapter of England’s Wars of the Roses....
More

The Roman Actor

The Roman Actor

STARTS MARCH 10

The monstrous Roman emperor, Domitianus Caesar, cruelly abuses his power to satisfy his every depraved desire... More

Rise and Fall of Kings

On the Road

January through April

Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

TOUR SCHEDULE »

With its ravishing language and uproarious comedy, Romeo and Juliet celebrates love’s triumph and its trivialities...
More

All's Well That Ends Well

All's Well That Ends Well

TOUR SCHEDULE »

In this funny, wise, and bittersweet comedy, Shakespeare paints a sly portrait of the human condition in all its motley colors... More 

The Knight of the Burning Pestle

The Knight of the Burning Pestle

TOUR SCHEDULE »

Imagine Homer and Marge Simpson buying tickets to a Chekhov play and then climbing on stage to redirect the show with Bart as the star... More


ANNUAL SPONSORS:

 

Frederick House, a small European-style hotel,
celebrating six years as our annual sponsor

 

Stonewall Jackson Hotel and Conference Center


Rory and Jaymie Cutaia
of New York City


Chris and Betsy Little
of McDowell, Virginia 

 

 

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Twelfth Night

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 10:30 am

TalkBack

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 1:00 pm

Dr. Ralph Lecture

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 6:00 pm

Doctor Faustus

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 7:30 pm

Doctor Faustus

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 7:30 pm

TalkBack

Thursday, February 11, 2010, 10:00 pm

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The Alchemist

Friday, February 12, 2010, 7:30 pm

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Doctor Faustus

Saturday, February 13, 2010, 2:00 pm

Twelfth Night

Saturday, February 13, 2010, 7:30 pm

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The Alchemist

Sunday, February 14, 2010, 2:00 pm

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Twelfth Night

Thursday, February 18, 2010, 10:30 am

TalkBack

Thursday, February 18, 2010, 1:00 pm

Henry VI, Part 2 (PWYW)

Thursday, February 18, 2010, 7:30 pm

TalkBack

Thursday, February 18, 2010, 10:00 pm

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Henry VI, Part 2, Opening Performance (PWYW)

Friday, February 19, 2010, 7:30 pm

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The Alchemist

Saturday, February 20, 2010, 2:00 pm

Doctor Faustus

Saturday, February 20, 2010, 7:30 pm

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Twelfth Night

Sunday, February 21, 2010, 2:00 pm

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Twelfth Night

Thursday, February 25, 2010, 10:30 am

TalkBack

Thursday, February 25, 2010, 1:00 pm

Dr. Ralph Lecture

Thursday, February 25, 2010, 6:00 pm

Henry VI, Part 2

Thursday, February 25, 2010, 7:30 pm

TalkBack

Thursday, February 25, 2010, 10:00 pm

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Doctor Faustus

Friday, February 26, 2010, 7:30 pm

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Twelfth Night

Saturday, February 27, 2010, 2:00 pm

Henry VI, Part 2

Saturday, February 27, 2010, 7:30 pm

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The Alchemist

Sunday, February 28, 2010, 2:00 pm

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ASC on Tour

All the world's a stage, and the American Shakespeare Center On Tour has played it. More