Envisioning the Classics with Color
African-American Shakespeare Company was introduced in 1994 to open the realm of classic theatre to a diverse audience; and provide an opportunity and place for actors of color to hone their skills and talent in mastering some of the world’s greatest classical roles. We do this by producing work from the canon of classical theatre including Shakespeare and great American and world playwrights that is lively, entertaining and relevant.
Upcoming
Romeo and Juliet
Date: May
Playwright William Shakespeare
Adapted and Directed by L. Peter Callender
The Slave Who Loved Caviar
Date: Available online September 1, 2023
Plawyright Ishmael Reed
Directed by L. Peter Callender
Romeo and Juliet
Date: May
Playwright William Shakespeare
Adapted and Directed by L. Peter Callender
The Slave Who Loved Caviar
Date: Available online September 1, 2023
Plawyright Ishmael Reed
Directed by L. Peter Callender
On Stage
2021-2022 Season
Pipeline
Playwright: Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield
Director: Reed Martin
When: September 3 through October 10
Where: San Francisco: Warriors Thrive City; East Bay: Lafayette Art & Wine Festival on September 19; South Bay: TBA
Tickets: Admission is FREE
Taming of the Shrew
Playwright: African-American Shakespeare Company
Director: L. Peter Callender
When: December 18 and 19
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness, SF
Tickets: $35 – $75
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