Commonwealth Shakespeare Company
@commshakes.bsky.social
Artistic Excellence, Accessibility, and Education.
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
First rehearsal magic. ✨
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is officially in motion — here’s a little peek from the room with our cast, production team, access providers, and more!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is officially in motion — here’s a little peek from the room with our cast, production team, access providers, and more!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
November 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM
First rehearsal magic. ✨
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is officially in motion — here’s a little peek from the room with our cast, production team, access providers, and more!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is officially in motion — here’s a little peek from the room with our cast, production team, access providers, and more!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
A FAMILY-sized Deal! 🎉
Bring the whole crew to #CarolBOS for holiday cheer, music, and more! Join us on December 6th or 7th for special surprises, plus an exclusive BUY 4, GET 2 FREE ticket offer on groups of 4+ (no promo code required)!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Bring the whole crew to #CarolBOS for holiday cheer, music, and more! Join us on December 6th or 7th for special surprises, plus an exclusive BUY 4, GET 2 FREE ticket offer on groups of 4+ (no promo code required)!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
November 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
A FAMILY-sized Deal! 🎉
Bring the whole crew to #CarolBOS for holiday cheer, music, and more! Join us on December 6th or 7th for special surprises, plus an exclusive BUY 4, GET 2 FREE ticket offer on groups of 4+ (no promo code required)!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Bring the whole crew to #CarolBOS for holiday cheer, music, and more! Join us on December 6th or 7th for special surprises, plus an exclusive BUY 4, GET 2 FREE ticket offer on groups of 4+ (no promo code required)!
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Based on Maggie O’Farrell’s best-selling novel "Hamnet" and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, this moving film screens on 11/30 at 4 PM, followed by a conversation moderated by CSC’s Associate Artistic Director Bryn Boice.
🎟️: coolidge.org/events/shakespeare-reimagined-hamnet
🎟️: coolidge.org/events/shakespeare-reimagined-hamnet
November 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Based on Maggie O’Farrell’s best-selling novel "Hamnet" and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, this moving film screens on 11/30 at 4 PM, followed by a conversation moderated by CSC’s Associate Artistic Director Bryn Boice.
🎟️: coolidge.org/events/shakespeare-reimagined-hamnet
🎟️: coolidge.org/events/shakespeare-reimagined-hamnet
A Most Splendid Offer for Students! 🎩
Students of sharp mind and eager spirit can enjoy $20 Student Rush Tickets for #CarolBOS. Don’t miss your chance to see this holiday classic!
More Info ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Students of sharp mind and eager spirit can enjoy $20 Student Rush Tickets for #CarolBOS. Don’t miss your chance to see this holiday classic!
More Info ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
November 7, 2025 at 7:56 PM
A Most Splendid Offer for Students! 🎩
Students of sharp mind and eager spirit can enjoy $20 Student Rush Tickets for #CarolBOS. Don’t miss your chance to see this holiday classic!
More Info ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Students of sharp mind and eager spirit can enjoy $20 Student Rush Tickets for #CarolBOS. Don’t miss your chance to see this holiday classic!
More Info ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Want to help CSC bring accessible theater to Greater Boston? We are currently seeking applicants for various production and development roles supporting our work!
Learn more ➡️ commshakes.org/employment
Learn more ➡️ commshakes.org/employment
November 5, 2025 at 9:56 PM
Want to help CSC bring accessible theater to Greater Boston? We are currently seeking applicants for various production and development roles supporting our work!
Learn more ➡️ commshakes.org/employment
Learn more ➡️ commshakes.org/employment
The ghosts aren’t gone just yet... 👻
Join us this December at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre and see Ebenezer Scrooge face the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in a story that transforms chills into cheer.
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Join us this December at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre and see Ebenezer Scrooge face the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in a story that transforms chills into cheer.
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
October 31, 2025 at 7:32 PM
The ghosts aren’t gone just yet... 👻
Join us this December at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre and see Ebenezer Scrooge face the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in a story that transforms chills into cheer.
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Join us this December at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre and see Ebenezer Scrooge face the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future in a story that transforms chills into cheer.
🎟️ ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
✨Rediscover the Magic! ✨
Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, Dec 6–23. Make it your holiday tradition!
🎟️: commshakes.org/scrooge25
Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, Dec 6–23. Make it your holiday tradition!
🎟️: commshakes.org/scrooge25
October 30, 2025 at 6:38 PM
✨Rediscover the Magic! ✨
Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, Dec 6–23. Make it your holiday tradition!
🎟️: commshakes.org/scrooge25
Experience Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol" at the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, Dec 6–23. Make it your holiday tradition!
🎟️: commshakes.org/scrooge25
Step into the world of Ebenezer Scrooge this holiday season. From ghostly visits to joyful carols, Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" will warm your heart. 🎩✨
Book Now ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Book Now ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
October 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Step into the world of Ebenezer Scrooge this holiday season. From ghostly visits to joyful carols, Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" will warm your heart. 🎩✨
Book Now ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
Book Now ➡️ commshakes.org/scrooge25
From holiday traditions like Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" to Free Shakespeare on the Common and education programs that inspire the next generation, our newsletter keeps you connected to every story we tell. ✉️
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October 2, 2025 at 8:34 PM
From holiday traditions like Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" to Free Shakespeare on the Common and education programs that inspire the next generation, our newsletter keeps you connected to every story we tell. ✉️
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And so, dear friends, we’ve said our “as you like it’s” and our goodbyes... 🌳🌃✨
Thank you to the tens of thousands who joined us on the Common for #AsYouLikeItSOTC —you filled our summer nights with laughter, music, and community.
Thank you to the tens of thousands who joined us on the Common for #AsYouLikeItSOTC —you filled our summer nights with laughter, music, and community.
August 13, 2025 at 9:57 PM
And so, dear friends, we’ve said our “as you like it’s” and our goodbyes... 🌳🌃✨
Thank you to the tens of thousands who joined us on the Common for #AsYouLikeItSOTC —you filled our summer nights with laughter, music, and community.
Thank you to the tens of thousands who joined us on the Common for #AsYouLikeItSOTC —you filled our summer nights with laughter, music, and community.
🌟 Tonight’s the Night! 🌟
Opening night of #AsYouLikeItSOTC is finally here on the Boston Common! Join us under the stars as the Forest of Arden comes alive with music, romance, and Shakespearean mischief in this joyful production. ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
Opening night of #AsYouLikeItSOTC is finally here on the Boston Common! Join us under the stars as the Forest of Arden comes alive with music, romance, and Shakespearean mischief in this joyful production. ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
July 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
🌟 Tonight’s the Night! 🌟
Opening night of #AsYouLikeItSOTC is finally here on the Boston Common! Join us under the stars as the Forest of Arden comes alive with music, romance, and Shakespearean mischief in this joyful production. ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
Opening night of #AsYouLikeItSOTC is finally here on the Boston Common! Join us under the stars as the Forest of Arden comes alive with music, romance, and Shakespearean mischief in this joyful production. ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
We were honored to welcome Mayor Michelle Wu to Free Shakespeare on the Common last night. Her steadfast support of the arts and commitment to accessible public programming make events like this possible for all Bostonians. #ArtsInBoston #CommShakes @mayorwu.boston.gov
July 30, 2025 at 4:19 PM
We were honored to welcome Mayor Michelle Wu to Free Shakespeare on the Common last night. Her steadfast support of the arts and commitment to accessible public programming make events like this possible for all Bostonians. #ArtsInBoston #CommShakes @mayorwu.boston.gov
At CSC, access isn’t an afterthought—it’s central to our mission. Our accessible performances and services, in partnership with Think Outside the Vox, ensure that everyone can experience the magic of Free Shakespeare on the Common.
➡️ commshakes.org/Access
➡️ commshakes.org/Access
July 26, 2025 at 2:41 PM
At CSC, access isn’t an afterthought—it’s central to our mission. Our accessible performances and services, in partnership with Think Outside the Vox, ensure that everyone can experience the magic of Free Shakespeare on the Common.
➡️ commshakes.org/Access
➡️ commshakes.org/Access
Want the best view of Arden? 🌳🌟 💺
The Friends Section is your VIP pass to premium seating at #AsYouLikeItSOTC — plus, your reservation helps support CSC’ and Free Shakespeare on the Common. Win-win!
Reserve Your Spot Today: CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
The Friends Section is your VIP pass to premium seating at #AsYouLikeItSOTC — plus, your reservation helps support CSC’ and Free Shakespeare on the Common. Win-win!
Reserve Your Spot Today: CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
July 26, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Want the best view of Arden? 🌳🌟 💺
The Friends Section is your VIP pass to premium seating at #AsYouLikeItSOTC — plus, your reservation helps support CSC’ and Free Shakespeare on the Common. Win-win!
Reserve Your Spot Today: CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
The Friends Section is your VIP pass to premium seating at #AsYouLikeItSOTC — plus, your reservation helps support CSC’ and Free Shakespeare on the Common. Win-win!
Reserve Your Spot Today: CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
That's right, we're back! 🌳📷#AsYouLikeItSOTC is officially live on the Boston Common! Catch us under the stars— tonight through August 10. 📷 commshakes.org/AYLI25
July 23, 2025 at 3:54 PM
That's right, we're back! 🌳📷#AsYouLikeItSOTC is officially live on the Boston Common! Catch us under the stars— tonight through August 10. 📷 commshakes.org/AYLI25
POV: It’s your first Shakespeare on the Common…
The sun’s setting, the city’s buzzing, and you’ve just stepped into the Forest of Arden. 🌳🎭✨
#AsYouLikeItSOTC begins July 23, don’t miss your cue.
➡️CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
The sun’s setting, the city’s buzzing, and you’ve just stepped into the Forest of Arden. 🌳🎭✨
#AsYouLikeItSOTC begins July 23, don’t miss your cue.
➡️CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
July 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM
POV: It’s your first Shakespeare on the Common…
The sun’s setting, the city’s buzzing, and you’ve just stepped into the Forest of Arden. 🌳🎭✨
#AsYouLikeItSOTC begins July 23, don’t miss your cue.
➡️CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
The sun’s setting, the city’s buzzing, and you’ve just stepped into the Forest of Arden. 🌳🎭✨
#AsYouLikeItSOTC begins July 23, don’t miss your cue.
➡️CommShakes.Org/AYLI25
Sundae, but make it Shakespeare 🍦✨
Introducing “Rosalind and Orlando’s Under the Ice Cream Tree” Sundae, available exclusively at the Ben & Jerry’s truck at Shakespeare on the Common — sweet enough to woo even the most melancholy Jaques! 100% of proceeds support CSC
Introducing “Rosalind and Orlando’s Under the Ice Cream Tree” Sundae, available exclusively at the Ben & Jerry’s truck at Shakespeare on the Common — sweet enough to woo even the most melancholy Jaques! 100% of proceeds support CSC
July 16, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Sundae, but make it Shakespeare 🍦✨
Introducing “Rosalind and Orlando’s Under the Ice Cream Tree” Sundae, available exclusively at the Ben & Jerry’s truck at Shakespeare on the Common — sweet enough to woo even the most melancholy Jaques! 100% of proceeds support CSC
Introducing “Rosalind and Orlando’s Under the Ice Cream Tree” Sundae, available exclusively at the Ben & Jerry’s truck at Shakespeare on the Common — sweet enough to woo even the most melancholy Jaques! 100% of proceeds support CSC
In partnership with Think Outside the Vox, CSC offers ASL-interpreted performances of #AsYouLikeIt so Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences can fully enjoy Free Shakespeare on the Common.
👉 Learn more: CommShakes.org/AYLI25
👉 Learn more: CommShakes.org/AYLI25
July 14, 2025 at 4:50 PM
In partnership with Think Outside the Vox, CSC offers ASL-interpreted performances of #AsYouLikeIt so Deaf and Hard of Hearing audiences can fully enjoy Free Shakespeare on the Common.
👉 Learn more: CommShakes.org/AYLI25
👉 Learn more: CommShakes.org/AYLI25
The cast and creative team of #AsYouLikeItSOTC are diving into rehearsals—and the Forest of Arden awaits! Take a peek behind the scenes as this joyful, music-filled production starts to take shape before you see it on the Boston Common. 🌳🎭
Reserve Now ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
Reserve Now ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
July 8, 2025 at 8:35 PM
The cast and creative team of #AsYouLikeItSOTC are diving into rehearsals—and the Forest of Arden awaits! Take a peek behind the scenes as this joyful, music-filled production starts to take shape before you see it on the Boston Common. 🌳🎭
Reserve Now ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
Reserve Now ➡️ commshakes.org/ayli25
✨ Our Dream Date ✨
Lounge in style with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair rental at #AsYouLikeItSOTC —the coziest way to see Boston’s favorite summer tradition.
🎟️ Reserve Now: commshakes.org/ayli25
Lounge in style with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair rental at #AsYouLikeItSOTC —the coziest way to see Boston’s favorite summer tradition.
🎟️ Reserve Now: commshakes.org/ayli25
July 7, 2025 at 2:59 PM
✨ Our Dream Date ✨
Lounge in style with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair rental at #AsYouLikeItSOTC —the coziest way to see Boston’s favorite summer tradition.
🎟️ Reserve Now: commshakes.org/ayli25
Lounge in style with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair rental at #AsYouLikeItSOTC —the coziest way to see Boston’s favorite summer tradition.
🎟️ Reserve Now: commshakes.org/ayli25
This summer, "As You Like It" transforms Boston Common into the Forest of Arden! 🌳
Help keep the arts accessible— make a gift today!
Donate Here ➡️ commshakes.org/ways-to-give
Help keep the arts accessible— make a gift today!
Donate Here ➡️ commshakes.org/ways-to-give
June 30, 2025 at 8:52 PM
This summer, "As You Like It" transforms Boston Common into the Forest of Arden! 🌳
Help keep the arts accessible— make a gift today!
Donate Here ➡️ commshakes.org/ways-to-give
Help keep the arts accessible— make a gift today!
Donate Here ➡️ commshakes.org/ways-to-give
☀️ Summer Bliss, Shakespeare-Style 🌳🎭
Lounge under the open sky with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair at Shakespeare on the Common!
Reserve Your Seat: commshakes.org/ayli25
Lounge under the open sky with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair at Shakespeare on the Common!
Reserve Your Seat: commshakes.org/ayli25
June 25, 2025 at 3:57 PM
☀️ Summer Bliss, Shakespeare-Style 🌳🎭
Lounge under the open sky with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair at Shakespeare on the Common!
Reserve Your Seat: commshakes.org/ayli25
Lounge under the open sky with a Friends Section seat or reserved chair at Shakespeare on the Common!
Reserve Your Seat: commshakes.org/ayli25
Join us for CSC’s Opening Night Soirée! ✨🌃
Celebrate the opening of “As You Like It” with dinner at Boston Chops, followed by premium seating on the Common. Hosted by Sam Mazzarelli & Jonathan Soroff and Ben & Tonya Mezrich
7/30 at 5:30 PM✨🌃
🎟️: commshakes.org/event/ons2025
Celebrate the opening of “As You Like It” with dinner at Boston Chops, followed by premium seating on the Common. Hosted by Sam Mazzarelli & Jonathan Soroff and Ben & Tonya Mezrich
7/30 at 5:30 PM✨🌃
🎟️: commshakes.org/event/ons2025
June 24, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Join us for CSC’s Opening Night Soirée! ✨🌃
Celebrate the opening of “As You Like It” with dinner at Boston Chops, followed by premium seating on the Common. Hosted by Sam Mazzarelli & Jonathan Soroff and Ben & Tonya Mezrich
7/30 at 5:30 PM✨🌃
🎟️: commshakes.org/event/ons2025
Celebrate the opening of “As You Like It” with dinner at Boston Chops, followed by premium seating on the Common. Hosted by Sam Mazzarelli & Jonathan Soroff and Ben & Tonya Mezrich
7/30 at 5:30 PM✨🌃
🎟️: commshakes.org/event/ons2025
It’s #InternationalPicnicDay and we’re dreaming of the ultimate blanket spread under the stars at Shakespeare on the Common! What will be in your basket when the curtain rises for #AsYouLikeItSOTC? 🧺✨
June 18, 2025 at 4:55 PM
It’s #InternationalPicnicDay and we’re dreaming of the ultimate blanket spread under the stars at Shakespeare on the Common! What will be in your basket when the curtain rises for #AsYouLikeItSOTC? 🧺✨
Summer plans? Check ✅
CSC just earned a spot in @WBUR’s 2025 Summer Theater Guide for #AsYouLikeItSOTC!
Read the List Here www.wbur.org/news/2025/06...
CSC just earned a spot in @WBUR’s 2025 Summer Theater Guide for #AsYouLikeItSOTC!
Read the List Here www.wbur.org/news/2025/06...
June 13, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Summer plans? Check ✅
CSC just earned a spot in @WBUR’s 2025 Summer Theater Guide for #AsYouLikeItSOTC!
Read the List Here www.wbur.org/news/2025/06...
CSC just earned a spot in @WBUR’s 2025 Summer Theater Guide for #AsYouLikeItSOTC!
Read the List Here www.wbur.org/news/2025/06...