(June 1 – September 29, 2012) Despite its title, the Idaho Shakespeare Festival is not devoted exclusively to plays by the Bard; its repertory includes works from various dramatic periods and genres, and it also serves as an artistic home for emerging regional and national playwrights. Performances are given in a 760-seat, state-of-the-art amphitheater on the site of a habitat reserve that is home to a wide variety of plants and animals including deer, heron, ducks, geese, and the occasional fox. The William Shakespeare Park offers picnicking and river viewing areas; food and beverages are available at Café Shakespeare.
The ISF’s education initiatives include programs and tours for K-12 children and teachers, adult education, interpretive programming, affiliations with universities and cultural organizations, as well as residencies and training opportunities for actors. A Drama School and Camp Shakespeare are among these initiatives.
Idaho Shakespeare Festival (Boise, ID) Information
- Public Transportation: Not easily accessible
- Handicapped Accessibility: Yes
- Performances/Programs: The festival runs June through September, with a Tuesday-Sunday performance schedule
- Admission: Single tickets are $23-$39; $18-!25 for previews; $12 for children. $18 tickets available for 25-and-unders, educators, and students one hour before performance
- Group discounts: Discounts available for groups of 10 or more
- Subscriptions/Memberships: 3-Show ($90-$115), 4-Show ($135-$150) subscriptions available. Discounts for youth available. Flex passes available.