Shakespeare by the Sea

Shakespeare by the Sea THE BEST THEATRE UNDER THE SUN! Our outdoor summertime home is The Cambridge Battery in Point Pleasant Park, a large urban park in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Shakespeare by the Sea excites the audience with the wonder of words and the unique joy of live performance, while shedding light on the human condition with the greatest plays in the English language, in great settings, for a great price. Our 82-seat indoor space is The Park Place Theatre, located in the lower parking lot of the park. It is used for indoor performances in the fall/winter/spring, and rainy day shows in the summer.

๐Ÿ“ Volunteer With Us!Volunteers are needed from 6pm to 9:30pm any night we have a performance with duties before the show...
06/05/2026

๐Ÿ“ Volunteer With Us!

Volunteers are needed from 6pm to 9:30pm any night we have a performance with duties before the show and during intermission. Sign up at bit.ly/volunteersbts ๐Ÿ”—

BONUS: You get to see the show for free!

Running July 4th to August 30th 2026

Photo: James Arthur MacLean Photography

Why we love our monthly donors ๐Ÿ’œWhile audiences won't gather in Point Pleasant Park until Opening Night on July 4th, the...
06/04/2026

Why we love our monthly donors ๐Ÿ’œ

While audiences won't gather in Point Pleasant Park until Opening Night on July 4th, the work of bringing a season to life starts long before the first performance.

Over the past year, shows have been chosen, actors have been contracted, and costumes and sets have now begun to take shape. Many long-term plans come together every spring to bring magic to the park: made possible by patrons like you.

Monthly gifts provide something incredibly important: predictability.

Knowing support will arrive each month allows us to plan ahead with confidence, invest in artists, purchase materials, expand our reach, and build the foundation for a successful season each year.

Thank you for helping us build a strong future for Shakespeare By The Sea, one high five at a time. ๐Ÿ™Œ If you have considered becoming a member before, there's no time like the present!

Become a High Five Club Member TODAY โœ‹๐Ÿ”— www.shakespearebythesea.ca/highfiveclub

๐ŸŽญโœจ๐ŸŒŠ First day of Beauty & the Beast rehearsals underway for Shakespeare By The Seaโ€™s 2026 season! (Not to mention our ne...
06/03/2026

๐ŸŽญโœจ๐ŸŒŠ First day of Beauty & the Beast rehearsals underway for Shakespeare By The Seaโ€™s 2026 season! (Not to mention our new sweatshirt colour reveal!)

๐ŸŒนBeauty and the Beast: The Fairy-tale Game-show Musical
๐Ÿ—ก๏ธ Shakespeareโ€™s Julius Caesar
๐Ÿ’€ The Unrehearsed Hamlet

Running July 4th to August 30th 2026

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Get your Sweet(est) Seats now at ShakespeareByTheSea.ca
Or come by in person the day of the show to get PWYC tickets at the โ€œdoorโ€! ๐ŸŽญ

Pictured:
Artistic Team: Brenda, Dan, Jesse, Becca, Giovanna, Kate, Robyn
Cast: Rosie, Burgandy, Jade, Chris, Pat, Matt, Liliona, Seb, Seb

๐ŸŽญ By popular demand, we have upped our capacity for our Season Subscriptions, and they include all three incredible show...
06/02/2026

๐ŸŽญ By popular demand, we have upped our capacity for our Season Subscriptions, and they include all three incredible shows:

๐ŸŒน Beauty & the Beast
โš”๏ธ Julius Caesar
๐Ÿ’€ The Unrehearsed Hamlet

If you want the best way to guarantee your reserved Sweet Seats for The Unrehearsed Hamlet (and trust us, those go fast), a season subscription is the move. No stress. No scrambling. Just great theatre, secured. โญThe sooner you book, the better your seat!

Available for a limited time only! โฐ

Get your tickets here ๐ŸŽซ --->
www.shakespearebythesea.ca

Three shows. One subscription. Limited seats. Donโ€™t wait until theyโ€™re gone!

๐Ÿšจ LAST CALL FOR SUMMER YOUNG COMPANY AUDITIONS ๐ŸšจAuditions are THIS WEEKEND, and this is your final chance to sign up.If ...
05/29/2026

๐Ÿšจ LAST CALL FOR SUMMER YOUNG COMPANY AUDITIONS ๐Ÿšจ

Auditions are THIS WEEKEND, and this is your final chance to sign up.

If youโ€™ve been thinking about auditioning, waiting to decide, or meaning to fill out your formโ€ฆ this is the moment.

Our Summer Young Company is an intensive, high-energy theatre training and performance program for young actors who are ready to level up their skills, work hard, and create something unforgettable this summer.

๐ŸŽญ Ensemble-based training
๐ŸŽญ Performance opportunities
๐ŸŽญ Professional mentorship
๐ŸŽญ Serious fun with seriously talented people

We are looking for committed, creative, collaborative performers, and weโ€™d love to see you in the room.

โฐ Sign-ups close soon
๐Ÿ“… Auditions this weekend
๐Ÿ”— Register now: https://www.shakespearebythesea.ca/summer-young-company

Tag someone who needs the push to audition ๐Ÿ‘€

๐ŸŽญโ˜€๏ธ Shakespeare Summer Camp is back at The Park Place Theatre! โ˜€๏ธ๐ŸŽญJoin us for two exciting weeks of theatre games, actin...
05/28/2026

๐ŸŽญโ˜€๏ธ Shakespeare Summer Camp is back at The Park Place Theatre! โ˜€๏ธ๐ŸŽญ

Join us for two exciting weeks of theatre games, acting training, creativity, storytelling, and Shakespeare-inspired fun this August!

๐Ÿ“… WEEK ONE (Ages 8โ€“12): August 10โ€“14, 2026
๐Ÿ“… WEEK TWO (Ages 10โ€“16): August 17โ€“21, 2026

๐Ÿ•˜ Mondayโ€“Friday | 9:00amโ€“4:00pm
๐Ÿ“ The Park Place Theatre | 5480 Point Pleasant Drive

Perfect for young performers of all experience levels, whether your child is brand new to the stage or already loves performing!

Spaces are limited. Register at https://www.shakespearebythesea.ca/summercamp

๐ŸŽญ LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE SUMMER YOUNG COMPANY! ๐ŸŽญAuditions are happening THIS WEEKEND for our Summer Young Company at Th...
05/27/2026

๐ŸŽญ LAST CHANCE TO JOIN THE SUMMER YOUNG COMPANY! ๐ŸŽญ

Auditions are happening THIS WEEKEND for our Summer Young Company at The Studio at Shakespeare by the Sea!

This pre-professional training and performance program is designed for passionate young performers who are ready to challenge themselves, build their skills, and create incredible theatre together this summer.

Whether you love acting, Shakespeare, ensemble work, or just want to spend your summer surrounded by creative people, we want to see you there.

โœจ Training
โœจ Performance Experience
โœจ Professional Mentorship
โœจ A Supportive, High-Level Ensemble

Donโ€™t miss your chance to be part of it.

๐Ÿ“… Auditions: This Weekend
๐Ÿ“ The Park Place Theatre or by self-tape
๐Ÿ”— Sign up now: https://www.shakespearebythesea.ca/summer-young-company

Tag a young performer who should audition ๐Ÿ‘‡

๐Ÿ“ธ  ๐Ÿ™Œ 47 High Fives and Counting!One week ago, we asked our community to help us grow the High Five Club to 100 monthly d...
05/21/2026

๐Ÿ“ธ ๐Ÿ™Œ 47 High Fives and Counting!

One week ago, we asked our community to help us grow the High Five Club to 100 monthly donors. Today, weโ€™re thrilled to share that 16 new members have already joined.

That brings us from 31 monthly donors to 47 in just seven days!

To everyone who signed up to give monthly: thank you. Your commitment helps create the stability that keeps Shakespeare By The Sea thriving year after year.

And to everyone who made a one-time donation this past week: thank you, too. Your generosity is helping us move into our 33rd summer season with momentum, optimism, and community behind us.

Now, weโ€™re keeping our eyes on the next milestone: 100 High Five Club members before Opening Night on July 4th. ๐ŸŽญ

Become a High Five Club Member ๐Ÿ”— www.shakespearebythesea.ca/highfiveclub

๐Ÿ“ธ James Arthur MacLean Photography

โœ‹ Join the High Five Club TODAY! โœ‹With recent provincial budget cuts to the arts, we have lost 25% of our annual provinc...
05/15/2026

โœ‹ Join the High Five Club TODAY! โœ‹

With recent provincial budget cuts to the arts, we have lost 25% of our annual provincial funding. So, as we prepare to embark on our 33rd summer season, weโ€™re focusing on building sustainable, community-driven support for Shakespeare By The Sea and the students who join us through The Studio at SBTS.

One of the most impactful ways to help secure the future of SBTS year over year is by joining the High Five Club.

With a monthly donation, you can help keep professional outdoor theatre accessible in Halifax while supporting local artists, arts education, and the next generation of theatre-makers.

We currently have 31 members, and our goal is to reach 100. With your help, we can get there.

High Five Club members receive:
โœจ An invitation to our Opening Night Party on July 4th
โœจ Early access to season announcements
โœจ A tax receipt through CanadaHelps
โœจ Our lasting gratitude and a high five

Become a member here ๐Ÿ”— www.shakespearebythesea.ca/highfiveclub

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5480 Point Pleasant Drive
Halifax, NS
B3H1B5

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