In Twelfth Night, love is anything but simple. Duke Orsino pines for Olivia, who falls for Cesario—unaware that “he” is actually Viola in disguise, and Viola secretly loves Orsino. Malvolio dreams of romance and status, and Sir Toby, Sir Andrew, and Maria stir up mischief and revelry. Full of mistaken identities, unrequited affections, and witty banter, this beloved comedy proves that love often finds us when—and where—we least expect it.

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Twelfth Night

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

Prince Hamlet seeks truth—and vengeance. Haunted by his father’s death and disillusioned by a corrupt court, he struggles with doubt, and the weight of his own inaction. As he plots revenge against his uncle, now king, Hamlet spirals deeper into isolation and existential crisis. Written at the height of Shakespeare’s genius, Hamlet is a gripping exploration of conscience, power, and how the burdens of the past shape the future in Shakespeare’s most haunting and psychologically rich tragedy.

Hamlet

Discover the rarely-performed Troilus and Cressida, Shakespeare’s daring tale of love and betrayal amid the chaos of the Trojan War. Troilus, a noble Trojan prince, falls deeply for the bewitching Cressida. Their passionate romance is tested when Cressida is traded to the Greek camp and forced into a relationship with another man. As war rages and loyalties shift, their love unravels. Darkly witty and emotionally charged, this play reveals the tragic cost of power, passion, and survival.

John Harrell

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Troilus and Cressida · Utah Shakespeare Festival

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Hamlet · Utah Shakespeare Festival

Jul 22 - Sep 5, 2026

Twelfth Night · Utah Shakespeare Festival

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Jul 22 - Sep 5, 2026

Twelfth Night · Utah Shakespeare Festival

Jul 21 - Sep 4, 2026

Hamlet · Utah Shakespeare Festival

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