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Artistic Excellence, Accessibility, and Education. Free Shakespeare on the Common and More! Boston, MA
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Office Address:
101 Arch Street / 8th floor / Boston, MA 02110

10/27/2026

CSC2 Company Auditions Now Open! 📣
Audition Slots on 11/2 and 11/4 are now available for Commonwealth Shakespeare Company’s non-Equity cohort, CSC2! Company members can perform in both our Stage2 Hamlet production and Shakespeare on the Common.
Learn More and Submit ➡️ commshakes.org/auditions

Image Description: The Company of Romeo and Juliet (Stage2 2026). PC: Benjamin Rose Photography.

10/13/2026

Last chance to experience Shakespeare at the Library! 📚✨
Step inside the historic McKim building at the Central Library in Copley Square for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience where Shakespeare’s words come to life through intimate, pop-up performances across four iconic library spaces. Inspired by the stunning art and architecture of each setting, these performances celebrate imagination, storytelling, and transformation in one of Boston’s most treasured landmarks.

October 13 and 14 at 3 PM and 6 PM!
Each show runs approximately one hour.
Registration is not required but is strongly encouraged, as space is limited in select performance areas.
➡️https://ow.ly/JBla50ZXk1M

09/30/2026

Only 8 Hours to Support 30 Years of Free Shakespeare! 🩵
Thank YOU for helping us close out our 30th year by fulfilling our vision of artistic excellence, education, and accessibility within Greater Boston.
Make a Gift ➡️ https://ow.ly/rmwG50ZSSj5

Descriptive Text: A bird's-eye view of Shakespeare on the Common at sunset. Drone Footage by Sam Carrathers.

09/29/2026

Just 2️⃣ Days Left!
Celebrate Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's incredible 30th season of Shakespeare on the Common by giving $30 before our fiscal year ends on September 30th at 11:59pm!
Make a Gift ➡️ https://ow.ly/rmwG50ZSSj5
Image Description: production photos from past SOTC Productions. A CSC 30th logo.

09/25/2026

30 years of extraordinary Shakespeare🩵
For three decades, Commonwealth Shakespeare Company has brought together exceptional artists to create bold, unforgettable productions on the Boston Common. Hear from some of the remarkable actors who have been part of our story, and help us continue a legacy of artistic excellence for the next generation.
Celebrate 30 years with a gift of $30 by September 30th.
Make a Gift ➡️ https://ow.ly/6nYK50ZR57m

09/22/2026

For 30 years, you’ve been part of the story. 🩵
Generations of audiences have gathered on the Boston Common to experience Shakespeare together, completely free. As we celebrate 30 years of Shakespeare on the Common, help ensure that there’s always a place for everyone in the audience.

Give $30 by September 30th to keep Shakespeare free, accessible, and open to all for years to come.
Make a Gift ➡️ https://ow.ly/8RiW50ZQemQ

Image Description: Production photos featuring audiences and performances from past Shakespeare on the Common productions, alongside the CSC 30th anniversary logo.

09/17/2026

A Sea of Troubles comes to Stage2 🌊
We’re thrilled to announce that CSC’s Stage2 2027 will bring Hamlet to the stage! And thanks to our partnership with Rodman for Kids and their Theatre for Kids Program, tickets to our student performances will be available at no cost to all schools.
Learn More ➡️ commshakes.org/hammat

Image Description: Hamlet show graphic with crashing waves over a dark sea.

09/14/2026

Support 30 Years of Free Shakespeare 🩵
Celebrate Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's incredible 30th season of Shakespeare on the Common by giving $30 by September 30th!
Make a Gift ➡️ https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/commonwealth-shakespeare-company/fy26-end-of-30th-anniversary

Image Description: production photos from past SOTC Productions. A CSC 30th logo.

09/14/2026

FROM OUR FRIENDS:
A Gritty Drama for Two Shows Only 🚔🏙️
Coming to Boston for two performances only, experience a rare Script-in-Hand performance of Keith Huff’s acclaimed drama A Steady Rain, starring Jeffrey Donovan (Burn Notice, Law & Order, Fargo) and Jonathan Tucker (I Will Find You, Kingdom, Westworld), directed by Steven Maler.
➡️ https://ow.ly/9rYR50ZNezb

09/11/2026

Save the Date! ✨
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's Annual Gala returns to The Newbury Boston on Saturday, April 24, 2027. Mark your calendars for a beautiful evening themed around our soon-to-be-announced summer 2027 production, with performances and festivities in support of Free Shakespeare on the Common!

Image Descriptions: Guests and Decor from CSC's 2026 Gala. PC: Liesl Clark Photography.

Address

101 Arch Street, 8th Floor
Boston, MA
02110

Telephone

+16174260863

Website

http://www.commshakes.org/

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