Bringing people together
through Shakespeare
A premiere theater company known for producing outstanding theater and educational programs that enrich the lives of people from widely diverse cultural, socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
Richard III — 2024
The Tempest — 2022
The Merry Wives of Windsor — 2023
Comedy of Errors — 2019
Shakespeare’s words reveal what it means to be human. In his stories, we see ourselves, hear each other, and find healing through empathy.
Elm Shakespeare creates theatre as a shared act of recognition—using Shakespeare’s timeless language to explore the full range of human emotion. His plays speak across time and identity, offering space for audiences to see themselves and reflect on what it means to be human. In facilitating this experience, Elm doesn’t simply present stories—it invites connection.
When diverse artists embody these roles with care, audiences witness both themselves and one another in new ways. This shared recognition builds empathy and belonging. Through Shakespeare, Elm fosters a binding experience—one that draws us closer together through the beauty and complexity of our shared humanity.
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Elm Shakespeare Company Education
Getting kids onto their feet and into the words
Elm Shakespeare Company offers a host of educational programs for all ages in the community and in schools. Come take a class, make a play, be inspired!