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This is the OFFICIAL page of Shakespeare in Delaware Park. Founded in 1976, located in Buff Weather conditions change quickly through our area.
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47th Summer Season Productions (2022):
As You Like It, Directed by Steve Vaughan (June 23, 2022- July 17, 2022)
A Midsummer Night's Dream, Directed by Brian Cavanagh (July 28, 2022- August 21, 2022)

Performances are FREE and run Tuesday through Sunday at 7:15pm

General Weather Information: The safety of our audience and actors is our first priority. We will hold the show if we think it the rain

will pass or cancel the show if the weather is severe. In the case of heavy rain or lightening storms, we will cancel the performance. We normally never cancel a show before 6:30pm. The best way to know if a show is cancelled due to weather is to follow us on Facebook. Decisions are typically made after 6:30pm or close to curtain.

05/20/2026

Planning a summer party?
Rent the Wegmans Special Events Platform and make it even more special!

Enjoy chaired seating with, or without food and drinks while you take in a Shakespeare in Delaware Park performance! Prices vary depending on size of party/catering. (visit our website for more info - https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/event-platform-rental/ )

Available dates:

Pericles, Prince of Tyre – 6/21, 6/23, 6/24, 6/28, 6/30, 7/1, 7/2, 7/3, 7/4, 7/5, 7/7, 7/8, 7/10, 7/12

The Taming of the Shrew – 7/26, 8/7, 8/11, 8/16

Let SDP help you create a unique, fun, and entertaining event that you and your guests will always remember!

05/04/2026

Join us as we kick-off our 51st Season with our Opening Night Reception! 💫

*June 18 @ 5:30-7pm
*The Terrace Restaurant
*$55 for SDP Members/$60 for non-members

Enjoy:
*Hors d'oeuvres from the Terrace
*Tastings from Freedom Run Winery and Resurgence Brewing
*Desserts from Fairy Cakes Bakeshop
*Music from Queen City Strings
*Reserved Seating for performance of Pericles, Prince of Tyre to follow

RSVP by June 12 - visit our website for tickets! https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/opening-night-reception/

04/30/2026

More of Wynne Creative Group amazing artwork for our 51st Season! Our touring production of Fools and Foes will be in a venue near you all summer long!

Visit our website for the full list of touring dates/locations!
https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/-tour-locations/

03/26/2026

Applications for our 2026 High School ShakespearIENCE program close in just a few weeks! If you or someone you know is looking for an exciting 4 week summer internship, visit our website for more information and to apply today!

🎭Program Details at a glance:
Open to area high school students, ShakespearIENCE is a 4-week, in-depth theatrical experience with one of the nation’s largest, free outdoor theatre companies. Work alongside actors and directors in a professional production, attend workshops and masterclasses, and perform on the main stage for a student performance on the final weekend.

Topics include: Acting, Shakespearean Text Analysis, Directing, Stage Combat, Voice, Tech Theatre, and more!

Classes: Tuesday-Friday, 2:00-4:30 PM – Tech Crew: Tuesday-Sunday, 5:30-10:30 PM*

*Attendance at all scheduled performances is mandatory. Performances are Tuesday-Sunday at 7pm.

Session 1 (Pericles): June 16-July 12
Session 2 (Taming of the Shrew): July 21-August 16

Interviews for the program will be held on April 13th. See website for interview requirements.

https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/shakespearience/

03/16/2026

A HUGE thank you to all who made our 2026 Fabulous Feast and Auction such an incredible success!

To our volunteers, performers, sponsors, auction donors, board members, Feast guests, Rich’s Staff, and SDP staff - we couldn’t have done it without each of you!

Your support ensures SDP remains forever free. Thank you for helping us kick off our 51st season in true Shakespearean Style!

See you on the Hill!

02/24/2026

Only 4 more days of Early Bird Pricing for the Fabulous Feast and Auction!

Early Bird Pricing:
$120 (member)
$125 (non-member)

After 2/27:
$150 (member)
$155 (non-member)

Event Details:
March 14, 2026
6-10pm
The Atrium at Rich's

Visit our website for more details and to purchase your tickets today! https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/2026-fabulous-feast/

02/20/2026

📣Have you gotten your tickets yet for Buffalo's biggest toga party!?

Don't miss out on a fabulous evening brimming with a delectable 5-course feast, fine spirits, exciting auctions, and endless entertainment including sword fighters, dancers, and MORE! ⚔

👑Grab your friends and don your togas - it's time to FEAST!

MARCH 14 @ 6-10pm
The Atrium at Rich's

🎟 TICKETS can be purchased on our website: https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/2026-fabulous-feast/

Early Bird Pricing (before 2/27):
Member – $120
Non-Member – $125

Regular Pricing (after 2/27):
Member – $150
Non-Member – $155

02/05/2026

GIVEAWAY! Win two tickets to our Valentine's night of "Sonnets & Songs" - dinner and a show at Diamond Hawk Golf Course - February 12th at 5pm.

To Enter:

- Purchase a ticket to SDP's Fabulous Feast Fundraiser between 2/5-2/9.
- Write "sonnet" in your order notes.
- Visit our website to purchase feast tickets! https://shakespeareindelawarepark.org/2026-fabulous-feast/

Winner will be announced on Tuesday, Feb 10th!

01/22/2026

It may be cold outside but dinner and a show are sure to warm you up! ❄❤️

❤️Bring your Valentine or bring your Galentine - all are sure to have a night full of love!

❤️Visit diamondhawk.com/sdp or call (716) 651-0700 for full menu & tickets!

01/15/2026

Looking for a way to kick off your Valentine’s Day weekend? 💝Join us at Diamond Hawk for dinner and a show! Savor a delicious meal and enjoy Shakespeare’s most beloved sonnets and many of your favorite love songs. Tickets can be purchased at
diamondhawk.com/sdp

Address

Shakespeare Hill
Buffalo, NY
14222

Telephone

+17168564533

Website

http://www.shakespeareindelawarepark.org/

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