The Oak Park Festival Theatre is a true gem in the heart of Downtown Oak Park. This year marks its 50th Season! We had the chance to sit down with their artistic director and discuss The Bard, the 50th season, tips on how to enjoy theatre in the park, and more!
MEET THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR – PETER G. ANDERSEN
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Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare
A Comedy of Love, Identity, and Unmistakable Mischief
Viola is shipwrecked in Illyria and, believing her twin brother Sebastian to be dead, disguises herself as a man named Cesario to serve Duke Orsino. Orsino pines for Countess Olivia, who’s sworn off love, but when Cesario delivers Orsino’s message of devotion, Olivia falls for the disguised Viola instead. Meanwhile, Viola herself falls for Orsino, creating a tangled love triangle.
Meanwhile, Olivia’s pompous steward, Malvolio, is led to believe that Olivia loves him, revealing he has been deeply in love with her for a long time. Chaos ensues as mistaken identities multiply, especially when Sebastian, alive and well, arrives in Illyria.
Dates – July 5- August 16
Location – Austin Gardens, located in Downtown Oak Park
Tickets are on sale now here.
For more information about the production, please visit oakparkfestival.com.