Woodland Park · Lexington, Kentucky
Shakespeare
in the Park
Great stories.
Open to everyone.
Free Shakespeare under the trees, brought to life by local artists and shared with our community.
Photo: Vincent West
A Lexington summer tradition
A park becomes
a stage.
Antagonist Productions brings Shakespeare to Woodland Park with free performances that welcome our neighbors into the audience.
In partnership with Lexington Parks & Recreation, the program brings together local artists, live music, and the pleasure of experiencing a story together outdoors.
Whether Shakespeare is an old favorite or a first encounter, there is a place for you here.
Photo: Vincent West
2026 production
Much Ado
About Nothing
Wit, romance, and a little mischief filled Woodland Park in our 2026 production of Shakespeare’s comedy.
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Drew Davidson
July 10–12 & 16–19, 2026
Woodland Park · Lexington, Kentucky
From our archive
Summers of
Shakespeare.
A look back at the productions and artists who have brought these stories to life.
July 2024
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Collaboration with BCTC Theatre & Innovation Arts Academy
Director: Treyton Blackburn
July 2023
The Merry Wives of Windsor
Collaboration with BCTC Theatre
Director: Treyton Blackburn
July 2018
Othello
Director: Drew Davidson
July 2017
The Taming of the Shrew
Director: Drew Davidson
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