New Yorkers, get ready! The Delacorte Theater is back, and so is one of the city’s most beloved summer traditions: Free Shakespeare in the Park. Since its first performance over 45 years ago, this annual series has drawn millions to Central Park for world-class theater under the stars. And it’s already underway.
This year, the newly renovated Delacorte will stage Twelfth Night from August 7th to September 14th, 2025. This story is full of romance, mistaken identities, and a splash of comedy, brought to life by an all-star cast, including Peter Dinklage, Lupita Nyong’o, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, and Sandra Oh, directed by Tony Award nominee Saheem Ali, it’s a theater-lover’s dream. Here’s your guide to Shakespeare in the Park 2025.
Shakespeare & Summer Nights: Don’t Miss Twelfth Night
Even though Shakespeare in the Park has already started, there’s still plenty of time to see this fantastic production.
- Dates: August 7th to September 14th, 2025
- Location: Delacorte Theater, Central Park (enter at 81st St & Central Park West or 79th St & Fifth Ave)
- Tickets: Always free, distributed in multiple ways:
- In-person in Central Park or the boroughs.
- In-person lottery at The Public Theater.
- Digital lottery via TodayTix.
- Standby line at the theater.
- Supporter Access: Donate $300+ for reserved seating (limited to ensure access for all.)
There’s nothing quite like Shakespeare in the Park on a warm summer night. Find a spot, settle in, and let Twelfth Night pull you into its world. Mark your calendars today!
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