Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival Announces 37th Season of Shows
7th Annual Shakespeare by the Palms February 11-14 and
37th Annual Shakespeare by the Sea July 8-18
Company to present professional productions of William Shakespeare’s
HAMLET and THE TEMPEST
Jupiter, Florida (September 30, 2026) The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival, Florida’s longest-running professional Shakespeare company, announces its upcoming 2026-2027 season. Productions include the 7th Annual Shakespeare by the Palms presentation of William Shakespeare’s HAMLET on February 11 – 14 at Veteran’s Park Amphitheater in Royal Palm Beach, and the 37th Annual Shakespeare by the Sea production of THE TEMPEST on July 8 – 18 at the Seabreeze Amphitheater in Carlin Park, Jupiter.
Considered one of the greatest and most influential plays in western literature, HAMLET follows Prince Hamlet of Denmark as he uncovers the truth about his father’s murder and plots revenge against his deceitful uncle. Driven by grief and madness, his quest for vengeance spirals into a gripping drama of betrayal, political intrigue, and fatal consequences. Performances run February 11 – 14 at 7 p.m.
This summer, prepare for the power of THE TEMPEST! When an exiled duke uses sorcery to shipwreck his treacherous brother on a remote island, he sets a magical plan for vengeance and restoration into motion. Filled with spirits, young lovers, and monstrous creatures, THE TEMPEST is an enchanting tale of forgiveness, romance, and the power of letting go. Performances run July 8 – 11 and 15 – 18 at 8 p.m.
Both Shakespeare by the Palms and Shakespeare by the Sea festivals are free of charge with a suggested donation of $5 per person. Guests are invited to bring their own blankets or beach chairs, picnic baskets and beverages. Food trucks will be on-site for concession purchases. Friendly pets on leashes are welcomed to both all-ages productions.
In addition to its free, outdoor public performances, the Festival continues its educational programming this October a part of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ S*T*A*R (Students & Teachers Arts Resources) Series with a production of MACBETH. In collaboration with the Palm Beach County School District, the Shakespeare Festival brings its free, Sharing Shakespeare in-school outreach programming with scene and verse breakdowns and performances of HAMLET.
Calendar Listings –
Village of Royal Palm Beach and Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival present
7th Annual Shakespeare by the Palms
HAMLET
February 11-14, 2027
Veteran’s Park Amphitheater
1036 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
HAMLET follows Prince Hamlet as he uncovers the truth about his father’s murder and plots revenge against his treacherous uncle. Driven by grief and madness, his quest for vengeance spirals into a gripping drama of betrayal, political intrigue, and fatal consequences.
Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival and Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation present
37h Annual Shakespeare by the Sea
THE TEMPEST
July 8 – 11 and 15 – 18, 2027
Seabreeze Amphitheater, Carlin Park
750 S. Jimmy Buffet Memorial Hwy., Jupiter, FL 33477
When an exiled duke uses sorcery to shipwreck his treacherous brother on a remote island, he sets a magical plan for vengeance and restoration into motion. Filled with spirits, young lovers, and monstrous creatures, Shakespeare’s THE TEMPEST is an enchanting tale of forgiveness, romance, and the power of letting go. Free admission with a suggested $5 per person donation.
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ABOUT THE PALM BEACH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival is a 501(c)3 professional theater company dedicated to enhancing the accessibility and appreciation for Shakespearean, classic and contemporary theater for all ages and socioeconomic levels. For more information about the Festival, its history or its season, please visit www.pbshakespeare.org.
Image of HAMLET ©Jenn Scott Photography
Image of THE TEMPEST ©Daniel Gordon
MEDIA CONTACT:
Elizabeth Dashiell
561-543-8276
palmbeachpr@yahoo.com