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There’s something for everyone. From theater and music, to poetry and exhibitions, experience the power of the arts with us.

Folger Theatre’s 2025-2026 season
Single tickets go on sale August 5. Advance pre-sale is now available for Folger Members. Become a Member

Julius X

As You Like It

How Shakespeare Saved My Life
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Subscriptions are on sale for Folger Theatre, Folger Consort, and the O.B. Hardison Poetry Series.

Folger Theatre subscriptions
Folger Theatre’s 2025-2026 season includes three exceptional plays telling stories of struggle and power, love and romance, and personal journeys. Subscribe now to lock in great seats at a low price and enjoy subscriber benefits.

Folger Consort subscriptions
Next season features a collaboration with the O.B. Hardison Poetry Series, holiday performances, romantic music for Valentine’s Day, and a springtime-themed concert for Mother’s Day. Subscribe now for the best prices on tickets.

O.B. Hardison Poetry Series subscriptions
Subscribe to a season that engages in a cross-century poetic conversation with Folger Consort, explores the literary legacies of Emily Dickinson and Jane Austen, and celebrates the next generation of local poets.
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How to Be a Power Player: Tudor Edition
O.B. Hardison Poetry Series
Single tickets go on sale August 5. Advance pre-sale is now available for Folger Members. Become a Member

Tomorrow’s Verses: The O.B. Hardison Reading

The Emily Dickinson Birthday Tribute: Celebrating Jane Austen at 250

The 2026 Anthony Hecht Poetry Prize Reading

The 2026 O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading
Exhibitions
Explore our world-class collection and enjoy interactive experiences created for visitors of all ages and stages.
- Our Shakespeare Exhibition Hall is devoted to the works of William Shakespeare then and there, here and now — including for the first time a display of all 82 copies of the Folger’s First Folios; and
- In our Stuart and Mimi Rose Rare Book and Manuscript Exhibition Hall, you’ll discover exhibits of significant collection items that inspire the Folger’s work, deep dives into our vault, and special exhibitions.

Current exhibitions

Our Shakespeare Exhibition

Out of the Vault

How to Be a Power Player: Tudor Edition
Cocktails and Conversation
Learn about research happening at the Folger in real time.

Cocktails and Conversation: "Cultural Cadences" with Nakeisha Daniel and JaMeeka Holloway
Ticket information
Contact the Folger Box Office at (202) 544-7077 or folgerboxoffice@folger.edu.