Upcoming Performances

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The Tempest
Aug
11

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest
Aug
10

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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Puppetry, Storytelling & Music
Aug
7

Puppetry, Storytelling & Music

Theater in the Open & Newburyport Chamber Music Festival
Puppetry, Storytelling & Music
Wednesday, August 7

Join us for an afternoon of music, storytelling and puppetry with the incredible Newburyport Chamber Music Festival’s Auricolae Music Troupe. We’ll explore some favorite fairy tales made all the more exciting thanks to the magic of combining Theater in the Open’s storytelling with truly beautiful live music.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Inn Street
Newburyport, MA

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Puppetry, Storytelling & Music
Aug
7

Puppetry, Storytelling & Music

Theater in the Open & Newburyport Chamber Music Festival
Puppetry, Storytelling & Music
Wednesday, August 7

Join us for an afternoon of music, storytelling and puppetry with the incredible Newburyport Chamber Music Festival’s Auricolae Music Troupe. We’ll explore some favorite fairy tales made all the more exciting thanks to the magic of combining Theater in the Open’s storytelling with truly beautiful live music.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Gatekeeper’s House at Maudslay State Park
1 Spring Lane
Newburyport, MA

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Circus Smirkus
Aug
3

Circus Smirkus

Once again at the beautiful Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm! Theater in the Open is always proud to partner with this remarkable organization for our Summer Fundraiser! Circus Smirkus is a non-profit award-winning international youth circus that inspires youths to engage in life-changing adventures in the circus arts.

Please note, the Saturday shows tend to sell out; if you would prefer shorter lines and more legroom on the bleachers, consider attending our Friday shows, and buy your tickets early!

Tickets can be purchased through the Circus Smirkus website, here. Or locally at Henry Bear’s Park in Newburyport.

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Circus Smirkus
Aug
3

Circus Smirkus

Once again at the beautiful Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm! Theater in the Open is always proud to partner with this remarkable organization for our Summer Fundraiser! Circus Smirkus is a non-profit award-winning international youth circus that inspires youths to engage in life-changing adventures in the circus arts.

Please note, the Saturday shows tend to sell out; if you would prefer shorter lines and more legroom on the bleachers, consider attending our Friday shows, and buy your tickets early!

Tickets can be purchased through the Circus Smirkus website, here. Or locally at Henry Bear’s Park in Newburyport.

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Circus Smirkus
Aug
2

Circus Smirkus

Once again at the beautiful Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm! Theater in the Open is always proud to partner with this remarkable organization for our Summer Fundraiser! Circus Smirkus is a non-profit award-winning international youth circus that inspires youths to engage in life-changing adventures in the circus arts.

Please note, the Saturday shows tend to sell out; if you would prefer shorter lines and more legroom on the bleachers, consider attending our Friday shows, and buy your tickets early!

Tickets can be purchased through the Circus Smirkus website, here. Or locally at Henry Bear’s Park in Newburyport.

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Circus Smirkus
Aug
2

Circus Smirkus

Once again at the beautiful Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm! Theater in the Open is always proud to partner with this remarkable organization for our Summer Fundraiser! Circus Smirkus is a non-profit award-winning international youth circus that inspires youths to engage in life-changing adventures in the circus arts.

Please note, the Saturday shows tend to sell out; if you would prefer shorter lines and more legroom on the bleachers, consider attending our Friday shows, and buy your tickets early!

Tickets can be purchased through the Circus Smirkus website, here. Or locally at Henry Bear’s Park in Newburyport.

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The Tempest
Jul
28

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest
Jul
27

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest is CANCELLED TODAY
Jul
21

The Tempest is CANCELLED TODAY

Due to the extreme heat, today’s show is CANCELLED.
Performances will resume on July 27th.


FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest
Jul
20

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest
Jul
14

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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The Tempest
Jul
13

The Tempest

OPENS: Saturday, July 13 @ 4pm
FULL RUN:
Saturdays, July 13, 20, 27 & August 10 @ 4pm
Sundays, July 14, 21, 28 & August 11 @ 4pm

In Shakespeare’s The Tempest, Prospero, exiled Duke of Milan, uses his spirit servant, Ariel, to shipwreck his enemies and enact revenge on those that betrayed him.  While employing magic to comically toy with the visitors and his imprisoned servant, Caliban, Prospero also employs his theatrical arts to arrange a marriage for his daughter Miranda and set the political world to rights. The story unfolds with laughter, sorrow, justice, and of course, wonder, affirming the power of storytelling and magic, as well as their limits.

ADMISSION: Free to all!
LOCATION: Maudslay State Park, Newburyport, MA 01950 Follow the Theater in the Open flags from the Maudslay parking lot. Allow ten minutes to stroll to the site and $5 for parking ($10 for out of state vehicles). For further information call 978-465-2572.

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