Translated from Friedrich Schiller, in a new version by Peter Oswald.
Join us for this historic clash of two queens. One in power. One in prison.
Our 2025–2026 season reimagines timeless stories from some of the world’s most beloved writers and playwrights, from August Wilson and Jane Austen to Shakespeare at his most magical.
The Studio at CSC is now offering full-day, week-long, in-person camps in three great locations!
Now playing! Shakespeare’s great tale of star crossed lovers comes to our stage for special
student matinee performances! Teachers book now!
Join us as we invigorate Downtown Baltimore. Legacies endure. We are building one—what’s yours?
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About Us
Our Mission: We create community through energetic, joyful, and accessible classic theatre.
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is the leading classic theatre company in Maryland, offering vibrant performances that delight our patrons by breathing new life into Shakespeare and other classic plays. One of the six largest theatre companies in the state, CSC serves diverse audiences with funny, moving, rousing mainstage seasons, a vigorous education program that serves over 16,000 students annually, and our innovative traveling "Shakespeare Beyond" that brings free Shakespeare performances directly into neighborhoods across Maryland.
Plan Your Future Visit
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company audiences experience great performances in two of the most beautiful venues in the state of Maryland: our home for the classics in the heart of Downtown Baltimore and our “summer home” for outdoor Shakespeare at the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park in Ellicott City.
We can’t wait to see you at both our theatres again soon!
Calling all Future Shakespeareans
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is proud to serve students across the state of Maryland through our:
| School Matinees | Youth and Teen Classes |
| School Residencies | Teen Acting Ensembles |
| Home School Corps | Summer Camps |
