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Synopsis: William Shakespeare's Long Lost First Play (abridged)

An ancient manuscript is discovered in a treasure-filled parking lot in Leicester, England (next to a pile of bones that didn’t look that important). It turns out to be the long lost first play written by a seventeen-year-old Shakespeare and includes his most famous characters and most familiar speeches.

Three friends attempt to abridge this ridiculously long story and assume all the roles in this madcap crazy mash-up, led by Puck and Ariel, sworn fairy enemies.

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What's On

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As You Like It

June 18 - September 6, 2025

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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Steel Magnolias

June 21 - October 4, 2025

Randall L. Jones

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The Importance of Being Earnest

June 20 - October 4, 2025

Randall L. Jones Theatre

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A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

June 19 - October 3, 2025

Randall L. Jones Theatre

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Macbeth

June 16 - September 4, 2025

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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Antony and Cleopatra

June 17 - September 5, 2025

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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