This summer, experience cool evenings and award-winning theatre in beautiful Cedar City. Bring the whole family to celebrate the Utah Shakespeare Festival’s 64th season from June 16 through October 4. The Festival is a professional theatre, hosted on the campus of Southern Utah University and was started in 1961 by the late Fred C. Adams and his wife Barbara.
From Shakespearean masterpieces to laugh-out-loud comedies and modern favorites, this season offers something for everyone. The lineup includes William Shakespeare’s dark and tragic Macbeth, the historical romance Antony and Cleopatra, and the pastoral comedy As You Like It in the outdoor Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre. In the beautiful indoor Randall L. Jones Theatre, don’t miss the witty and touching Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder by Steven Lutvak and Robert L. Freedman, and the Victorian satire The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde. And in the intimate Anes Studio Theatre, enjoy the World War II love story Dear Jack, Dear Louise.
The Festival Experience ensures that audiences’ participation goes beyond—and sometimes behind—the stage. A variety of seminars, orientations, Backstage Tours, Repertory Magic, Words Cubed new-play readings, classes, camps, and more aim to enhance patrons’ understanding of Festival productions and the process of repertory theatre. And no evening at the Festival would be complete without stopping by the Greenshow. Bring the whole family for this free celebration where everyone is invited to sing and dance along.
In addition to unforgettable theatre, the Festival offers a steal of a deal to locals. Residents of Iron, Beaver, Washington, Kane, Garfield, Piute, and Lincoln counties may purchase tickets day-of to any Utah Shakespeare Festival play at 50 percent off. Some restrictions apply: seats may not be reserved in advance; tickets must be purchased in person at the Ticket Office only, as this offer is not available online or by phone. There is no limit on the number of half-off tickets local guests can get. Please note that premier seating is not available for this promotion.
While you’re here, don’t miss the charm of Cedar City itself. Stroll through historic downtown and explore local shops and galleries. With its rich pioneer history, welcoming atmosphere, and lively arts scene, Cedar City offers the perfect balance of culture and comfort between your theatre adventures.
Tickets are on sale now—and the best seats go fast. Visit bard.org or call 800-PLAYTIX to reserve today.
