Nonprofit
Shakespeare in Clark Park
A theater company that puts on Shakespeare plays outdoors in Clark Park each summer. Audiences come to the shows, and the company posts job openings for artists on its site.
- Free
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What they do
Come to a free outdoor show in Clark Park. The company posts paid artist openings under Work with Us, and its site does not describe volunteer roles.
Who it is for
- Who can join
- Open to anyone
When and where
Outdoor summer productions in Clark Park, with evening shows that start at 7 pm.
- Times
- Evening
- Season
- Summer
Clark Park, the Bowl (near Chester Avenue and 43rd Street)
- Address
- 43rd Street and Chester Avenue
Your first visit
Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.
First step: Check shakespeareinclarkpark.org for the next season's dates, then come to an evening show at the Bowl in Clark Park..
You can just show up.
What to expect
The 2026 Hamlet ran about 90 minutes with no intermission and started at 7 pm at the Bowl. The company describes picnic style audiences, but the site does not say whether seats are provided. If weather forces a move, that evening's show goes indoors at Plays & Players Theatre, and the company says the show goes on rain or shine.
Tips for your first visit
- If it rains, check whether the show has moved to Plays & Players Theatre at 1714 Delancey St that evening.
- Bring something to sit on if you want it, since the site does not say whether seats are provided.
- Find the Bowl near Chester Avenue and 43rd Street, which is where the shows are held.
Newcomer welcome
Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: Shows are free outdoor performances anyone can walk up to. The site does not describe seating, what a first visit is like, or a welcome for newcomers..
Cost and commitment
- Cost
- Free. Shows are described as free on the company's About page. The site also has a donate button.
- How often
- Seasonal
Access and languages
- Wheelchair access
- We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
- Languages spoken
- We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Requirements
We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.
How to reach them
We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.
- Website: shakespeareinclarkpark.org Source: Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Email: info@shakespeareinclarkpark.org Source: Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Phone: 215-764-5345 Source: Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026
- Contact: Kittson Oneill Source: Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Pennsylvania extract, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026 ; Source: shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026
Sources and last check
Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.
- Last seen active
- July 2026 (See the evidence)
- Last checked by our team
- October 8, 2026
- Status
- Active
- Our confidence in this listing
- Medium
- Philadelphia Cultural Fund grantee directory, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Website, Contacts
- IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Pennsylvania extract, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Location, Contact name, Ein
- nccsdata.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com, seen October 4, 2026. Supports: Name, Location, Website, Contact name, Ein
- shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, Schedule, Contacts, Location, Status, First step
- shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Schedule, First step, What to expect, First visit tips, Last sign of life, Status
- shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Location, First visit tips
- shakespeareinclarkpark.org, seen October 8, 2026. Supports: Summary, What they do, Cost
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