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50 years of free classical theatre for the community would not be possible without donations from patrons like you. Thank you!
Calendar
Check out the show schedules on the calendar. Click on a date to see a map of the location, add it to your Google calendar, RSVP that you are planning to come, find the FAQs.
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History
The Play’s the Thing, since 1970. We are proud to be one of the longest-operating theatre groups in Oregon. Forty-eight seasons is a lot of free theatre. See pictures from old shows, find out about the casts and crews, and learn more about our history and mission here.
Get Involved
Volunteer, invite folks to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, join the board of directors, take part in shaping the future of free Shakespeare-in-the-Parks. There are many ways to be a part of bringing accessible theatre to your community.
Keep Shakespeare Free!
See how you can help this Portland summer tradition grow and thrive. By helping to spread the word, inviting friends and family, volunteering, joining the Friends of PAE, purchasing some cool PAE swag, making donations, or even shopping as you normally do, you can make a difference.