We will not have our annual Shakespeare's Birthday Open House this year, but please join us in celebrating Shakespeare's Birthday At Home on Saturday, April 23, 2022, with virtual activities for all ages.
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We will not have our annual Shakespeare's Birthday Open House this year, but please join us in celebrating Shakespeare's Birthday At Home on Saturday, April 23, 2022, with virtual activities for all ages.
Learning how to write with Quills.
Tracy Russo
The Nickel Shakespeare Girls perform five minute versions of the Bard's plays at the 2016 Shakespeare's Birthday celebration.
The Queen meets with her subjects.
Kids learn swordfighting at Shakespeare’s Birthday
Titan Theatre Company's Shakespeare Battles!
Lloyd Wolf
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