52nd Season of Montana Shakespeare in the Parks Set to Open with Performances

Directed by Kevin Asselin

Hamlet tells the story of the young prince of Denmark who returns home following the sudden death of his father. The most famous ghost story ever told, Hamlet grapples with the weight of his responsibility to avenge his father's death, to out-maneuver his traitorous uncle, and "to be, or not to be." With some of Shakespeare’s most memorable lines and iconic characters, audiences won't want to miss this tale of love and loss, duty vs desire, and the power of performance.

This summer, the company performs in 65 communities across five states including Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, North Dakota, and Washington, serving the largest number of communities to date. Most events will feature pre-show performances by local artists and audiences are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy an evening together under the Big Sky among friends and neighbors.

We are funded in part by coal severance taxes paid based upon coal mined in Montana and deposited in Montana's cultural and aesthetic projects trust fund.