Valparaiso University Announces Inaugural Shakespeare Week

As-You-Like-ItSeries of Events Held March 18-22

Christ College, the Honors College of Valparaiso University, presents the inaugural Shakespeare Week at Valpo, featuring a week-long residency by Actors From The London Stage.

One of the most admired Shakespearean troupes in the world, Actors From The London Stage is composed of classically trained actors from prestigious companies, including the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal National Theatre, and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

Shakespeare Week at Valpo will showcase a series of events, performances, and workshops, sponsored by Christ College, in collaboration with the Department of English and the Department of Theatre. All performances are in the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts. Highlights include:

Songs and Sonnets of Shakespeare
Presented by the Departments of English and Music
Tuesday, March 18, 7:30 p.m.
Duesenberg Recital Hall
Admission is free

“Hamlet” and “Macbeth,” Abridged!
Presented by the Department of Theatre
Wednesday, March 19, 8 p.m.
Studio Theatre
Admission is free

“As You Like It” by Actors F
rom The London Stage Three performances, all at 8 p.m.:
Thursday, March 20; Friday, March 21; and Saturday, March 22
University Theatre
Admission is $15 for the general public; $10 for Valparaiso University students/faculty/staff

Call the Center for the Arts Box Office at 219.464.5162 for tickets to “As You Like It” or contact Kari-Anne Innes at 219.464.6843 for information about the other performances.