Shakespeare by the Bow

Theatre Calgary is announcing that, due to financial constraints, the Shakespeare by the Bow program will be on hiatus for the summer of 2024.

Shakespeare by the Bow is a program that we are very proud of and that we enjoy producing. However, it is also a very expensive venture to bring to life. To maintain the levels of production, artistry, and logistics, we need to re-examine how to make this program viable. This program has always been supported by the generosity of our audiences (pay-what-you-will donations), and a few wonderful corporate and individual donors. However, we need to take a step back in 2024 and look for ways to make Shakespeare by the Bow successful.

We are in discussions with a couple of key Calgary organizations about engaging the program in 2025. This is a program that can succeed with partners that have both the access to additional funding, and the interest of helping build and support the next generation of emerging artists in Calgary.