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Bozeman Today
By the People, for the People
Free Shakespeare In The Parks Returns To Montana
Montana's annual Shakespeare in the Parks tour is back with free outdoor performances across the state.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:11am
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The annual Shakespeare in the Parks tour brings the magic of live theater to communities across Montana, creating a sense of shared cultural experience under the Big Sky.Bozeman TodayMontana's Shakespeare in the Parks tour is returning for its 54th season, offering free outdoor theater performances of classic plays like The Merchant of Venice and Much Ado About Nothing in communities across the state. The touring company will be traveling to both big cities and small towns, giving residents the opportunity to enjoy live Shakespearean productions under the Big Sky.
Why it matters
Shakespeare in the Parks is a beloved Montana tradition that brings free, high-quality theater to communities that may not otherwise have access to live performances. The tour helps foster a sense of community and cultural enrichment, particularly in smaller towns, by providing an opportunity for residents to come together and enjoy the arts.
The details
The Shakespeare in the Parks tour will kick off on June 10 with a production of The Merchant of Venice at the MSU duck pond in Bozeman. This will be followed by a run of Much Ado About Nothing from June 17-20, also at the MSU duck pond. The tour will then travel to various locations across Montana, bringing the productions to both large and small communities.
- The Shakespeare in the Parks tour runs from June 10 to August 31, 2026.
- The Merchant of Venice will be performed June 10-13 in Bozeman.
- Much Ado About Nothing will be performed June 17-20 in Bozeman.
The players
Montana Shakespeare in the Parks
A touring theater company that has been bringing free outdoor performances of Shakespeare's plays to communities across Montana for the past 54 years.
What’s next
Residents can check the full schedule on the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks website to find out when the tour will be coming to their local community.
The takeaway
Montana's Shakespeare in the Parks tour provides a unique opportunity for residents across the state to experience live, professional theater productions for free, fostering a sense of community and cultural enrichment.
