Elings Park invites the community to experience one of the world’s greatest love stories as UC Santa Barbara’s award-winning Naked Shakes presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet beneath the majestic oaks of Godric Grove Amphitheater. Directed by acclaimed theater artist Irwin Appel, performances will be held Thursday and Friday, September 10 & 11 at 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 12 at 3:00 p.m.
Known for its bold, actor-driven performances and minimalist staging, Naked Shakes brings Shakespeare’s legendary tale of love, fate, and family rivalry to life in a way that is both intimate and powerful. Set against the natural beauty of Elings Park, audiences will enjoy an unforgettable outdoor theatrical experience where the language, emotion, and timeless themes of Shakespeare take center stage.
“Godric Grove provides a truly magical setting for live theater,” said David Velazquez, Director of Operations of Elings Park. “We’re thrilled to partner with Naked Shakes to bring this exceptional production to the Park and offer our community the opportunity to experience world-class Shakespeare in one of Santa Barbara’s most scenic outdoor venues.”
For more information, call Elings Park at 805.569.5611 or visit www.elingspark.org.
About the park:
Elings Park is the largest nonprofit public park in America supported solely by community
donations. Built on the site of the former Santa Barbara City landfill, the Park took over 20 years to complete. It opened in 1985 and today offers 230 spectacular hilltop acres that provide panoramic city, mountain and ocean views, sports fields, hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and playgrounds. It is a premier venue for weddings, memorials, concerts, theatrical presentations, music festivals, and corporate events. The Park is free of charge and open 365 days a year. Visit www.elingspark.org for more information.
