Shakespeare is in Bloom in Dorchester 🪴 Our CSC2 Company opened their Stage2 production of Romeo and Juliet today for more than 1,000 energetic students from across New England. Two Public Performances Only: May 30th at 2PM and 7PM 🎟️ ➡️ https://ow.ly/vLWZ50Z2Xc5

Save the Date ✨ Join us on Wednesday, July 29 for our Opening Night Soirée celebrating 30 years of Free Shakespeare on the Common! More Info ➡️ https://ow.ly/LpoL50Z0oYs

A Cast Full of Magic 💖 Meet the company of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", directed by CSC Founding Artistic Director Steven Maler! Shakespeare’s classic comedy comes to the Boston Common this summer — FREE performances run July 22–Aug 9 at the Parkman Bandstand. Learn More ➡️ commshakes.org/dream26

The mischief-maker has arrived… ✨🌿 Nick Cearley, of NYC's favorite "Undie-rock" duo The Skivvies, joins us on The Common this summer as Puck in "A Midsummer Night’s Dream". Expect magic, mayhem, and just the right amount of mischief! Learn More ➡️ commshakes.org/dream

Rehearsals are in Bloom 🪴 Our Stage2 #RomeoAndJuliet company is hard at work, preparing to bring Shakespeare’s classic love story to The Strand this May for 6,000 students! Two public performances only: May 30 at 2PM and 7PM. 🎟️ ➡️ https://ow.ly/xn8950YSYOJ

Something mischievous is in the air… ✨ A certain sprite is getting ready to make some magic, and the Common won’t be the same. Casting reveal for Puck (and more) drops this Friday. Stay close merry wanders… 👀 #ShakespeareOnTheCommon #CommShakes #DreamSOTC

Deadline Tomorrow April 28th ⏰ As part of one of the nation’s premier summer Shakespeare training programs, actors will train with some of the finest in classical performance as they work toward the Apprentice Repertory Company performances. Apply Now ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

"There are many images of flowers, roses, weeds, herbs, the sun and moon, the natural world [in "Romeo and Juliet"]–so I thought, what if this Verona has decided to rebuild?" - Bryn Boice, Director 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org

Are you passionate about Shakespeare? 🎭 Embrace the joy, master the text, and find your voice in Shakespearean performance through CSC’s Apprentice Training Program. June 16 – August 9, 2026 Deadline: April 28‼️ Apply Now ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

Last Chance to Bid! 📣 Raise your virtual paddle and bid before 8:30 PM tonight (4/11) in our Silent Auction! From exclusive experiences to one-of-a-kind getaways, there is something for everyone. Bid Here ➡️ cscgala26.givesmart.com

Don't Miss Your Chance to Win! 📣 Raise your virtual paddle and bid now in our Silent Auction ! From exclusive experiences to one-of-a-kind getaways, there is something for everyone. Bid Here ➡️ https://cscgala26.givesmart.com

Support our 30th Season, From Your Own Home ✨ Raise your virtual paddle and bid now in our Silent Auction ! From exclusive experiences to one-of-a-kind getaways, there is something for everyone. Bid Here ➡️ https://cscgala26.givesmart.com

This Saturday! ✨ Support CSC's biggest night at our "What a Dream!" Gala this Saturday, April 11th at The Newbury Boston—all in support of CSC's 30th anniversary production of Free Shakespeare on the Common: A Midsummer Night's Dream! ➡️commshakes.org/gala26

Every Bid Makes an Impact ✨ Get ready to raise your virtual paddle, our Silent Auction is officially open now! From exclusive experiences to one-of-a-kind getaways, there is something for everyone. Bid Here ➡️ https://cscgala26.givesmart.com

Only available in person at our "What a Dream!" Gala, bid on these once-in-a-lifetime experiences in our live auction, all in support of keeping Shakespeare free and accessible for all.✨ 🎟️: commshakes.org/gala

Happy World Theater Day 🎭 For 30 years, we’ve gathered under the sky, shared stories, and built a community rooted in the magic of live performance. Give $30 in honor of 30 years of CSC to help keep Shakespeare free, accessible, and alive for all! ➡️ commshakes.org/donate

CSC's Biggest Night! ✨ Support CSC in style at our "What a Dream!" Gala on Saturday, April 11th at The Newbury Boston. Enjoy a cocktail reception, multi-course dinner, dazzling live performances, and a silent/live auction! Tickets & Tables: commshakes.org/gala26

First day of spring and we’re already dreaming of summer nights on the Common. Are you ready for longer days, warmer night, and Shakespeare under the stars? We know we are. 🌸

Ready to take the next step? 🎭 Early Bird Deadline is TODAY, March 17th! Learn More and Apply ➡️ #LinkInBio commshakes.org/apprentice#LinkInBioDT: Bryn speaks to camera next to a brown bear statue. Captions appear on screen.

Meet Our Stage2 Company 🪴 Our Stage2 Acting Company will bring #RomeoAndJuliet to life this May at the Strand Theatre! Grab your tickets to our Public Performances on May 30th and use code IDES for $5 off through March 15! More Info ➡️ https://commshakes.org/production/stage2rnj26/#RomeoAndJuliet

Our Dream Team✨ Join our sparkling co-chairs to celebrate a night of magic, merriment, and midsummer dreams at our "What a Dream!" Gala on Saturday, April 11th at The Newbury Boston. Tickets & Tables: commshakes.org/gala26

Why the Apprentice Program? To turn passion into practice. 🎭 Early Bird Deadline: March 17th! Learn More and Apply ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice DT: Jess and Lily stand on stage and speak to camera. Captions appear on screen.

Not on our email list yet? Let's fix that. 📬 Get "What News!"—our monthly e-newsletter packed with CSC updates, discounts, show announcements, educational offerings, and more—delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Here ➡️ https://ow.ly/GEms50Yok40

"What a Dream!" ✨ Celebrate a night of magic, merriment, and midsummer dreams on Saturday, April 11th at The Newbury Boston—all in support of CSC's 30th anniversary production of Free Shakespeare on the Common: A Midsummer Night's Dream! https://cscgala26.givesmart.com/

A Summer of Shakespeare Awaits! 📣 Learn more about CSC's Apprentice Training Program at our Zoom Info Sessions! RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the Zoom link or to request a recording. Learn More ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

Starting February 7th, our office will be closed as our team takes a well-deserved collective break to rest and recharge. We’ll resume normal business operations on Tuesday, February 17th, and all messages will be addressed as soon as possible once we return.

The ShakesDown is BACK! 🎧 In this monthly podcast, Bryn Boice breaks down and shakes down Shakespeare’s most interesting speeches. As we kick off the celebration of our 30th Anniversary, we look at John of Gaunt's monologue from "Richard II"! ➡️ commshakes.org/podcast

Ready to go deeper? Apprentice applications are open! 🎉 Learn More and Apply ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

Discover the JOY of Shakespeare! 🌞 Learn more about CSC's Apprentice Training Program at our Zoom Info Sessions! RSVP by emailing [email protected] to receive the Zoom link or to request a recording. Learn More ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

Apprentice Applications Now Open!‼️ Embrace the joy, master the text, and find your voice in Shakespearean performance through CSC’s Apprentice Training Program. June 16 – August 9, 2026 Apply Now ➡️ commshakes.org/apprentice

A Legacy 30 Years in the Making ⭐ Support Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s 30th Season as we head into 2026 with a special gift today, December 31st: $30 for 30 years of artistic excellence! Make a Year-End Gift ➡️ https://givebutter.com/CSC30for30

As we close an extraordinary year and celebrate Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s 30th anniversary, we extend our deepest thanks to our patrons, donors, sponsors, volunteers, and artists. 💙 - The CSC Staff

#CarolBOS has come to an end, and our hearts are full. Thank you to the remarkable artists, staff, volunteers, donors, partners, and audiences who made this holiday tradition so special. Thank you for filling the theater with generosity, joy, and holiday spirit. 🎄🎩✨

Festive Fits = Fantastic Seats! 🎄 Help us end our run on a holiday high note—show up in a holiday outfit and snag $20 Rush Tickets for our final performance on 12/23, available 2 hours before curtain. 12/23 performance at 11 AM, rush begins at 9 AM

Two Chances Remain 🎉 See #CarolBOS now before it becomes Christmas Past! 12/22 at 7 PM 12/23 at 11 AM 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25

Holiday Magic: GO ✨🎶 It takes many artists to make holiday magic—watch Production Stage Manager Denise Savas guide our opening number of #CarolBOS into motion! DT: Denise calls cues over a headset, while we also see the cues happen with the cast in a split screen. Video by Scalped Productions.

Four ghosts await... 👻🎄🎶 Just FOUR more chances to experience the music and magic of #CarolBOS. Get Tickets Now ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25

Pull up a chair. The ghosts are calling. 👻🎄 Experience #CarolBOS live onstage at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre and rediscover the joy, wonder, and warmth of the season. Must Close December 23rd! 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25

Fred Loves Christmas... and you will too with our incredible, joyful company of #CarolBOS! 🎄🎩🎉 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25#CarolBOS DT: Jared and company members speak to camera, in a mockumentary style. Captions appear on screen.

“Merry-making musical numbers culminating in a full-on audience singalong will swell the hearts of the scroogiest among us.” - Joyce's Choices Read More ➡️ https://joyceschoices.com/theater-a-christmas-carol-an-irish-carol/

Last chances to experience #CarolBOS and support CSC 🎉 Your ticket or donation helps sustain bold, accessible theater as we celebrate 30 years. ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25

Opening Night Magic ✨ A huge thank you to JM Curley and Bina Family Hospitality —and their wonderful staff—for helping us celebrate Opening Night of #CarolBOS in style. Our cast, company, and board members had a blast soaking up the holiday spirit together.

We’re welcoming two special cameo appearances to #CarolBOS, tonight and tomorrow! Kate from BucketListBoston and Emily from @bostonbside.bsky.social pull up a seat at Scrooge’s holiday table, adding a little extra magic, mischief, and merriment to the celebration.✨ 🎟️: commshakes.org/scrooge25

Name signs help tell the story. 🤟 Developed by a Director of Artistic Sign Language and designed for Deaf and signing audiences, a character’s name sign reflects their personality, behavior, or appearance. Here’s each #CarolBOS character presenting their name sign in ASL!

Nine Performances Remain! ✨ Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, now through the 23rd only. 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25 ID: The #CarolBOS Company performs for an eager audience. PC: Nile Scott Studios.

Accessibility is Part of the Tradition! 🤟✨ We’re proud to offer ASL-interpreted performances of #CarolBOS, in partnership with Think Outside the Vox! 12/20 at 7:30 PM – ASL Interpreted 12/21 at 1:30 PM – ASL Interpreted and Audio Described with Tactile Tour ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25

“A Heart-filled New Tradition!” (WGBH) 💙 Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, now through the 23rd, and make it your new holiday tradition! 🎟️ Get your tickets now at commshakes.org/scrooge25

To celebrate the opening of #CarolBOS, we've partnered with our friends at the Downtown Boston Alliance to bring Christmas carolers to Downtown Crossing today (3–5 PM) and tomorrow (12:30–3:30 PM). Stop by the Christmas Tree near Macy's for some festive magic! 🎄💫 Downtown Boston Alliance

Elevate your holiday tradition with premium $45 Tickets to Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”! Enjoy exceptional views at an accessible new price, live at the Emerson Cutler Majestic. 🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25 Available while supplies last, evening performances only.

Support 30 Years of CSC! 🎉 Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” is heralding CSC into our 30th season of giving artistic excellence, accessibility, and education to our community. Before December 31st, will you give a gift to celebrate CSC's 30th season? Make a Gift ➡️ https://ow.ly/bKA650XHea3