Langston Hughes’ Shakespeare in Harlem
The stories and voices of 1940s Harlem intertwine in this immersive adaptation from Langston Hughes by director Gerrad Alex Taylor. Through poetry, movement, and music, these dynamic characters—including Hughes’ beloved Simple—evoke a rhythmic portrait of Black life.
A university–professional collaboration between UMBC Theatre and Chesapeake Shakespeare Company performed by students, professionals, and members of CSC’s Black Classical Acting Ensemble.
This event is funded in part by the UMBC Arts+ Initiative and College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
PRODUCTION PHOTOS
The cast of Langston Hughes' Shakespeare in Harlem (2025) at UMBC. Photos by Kiirstn Pagan Photography
Contact The Box Office:
By Phone: 410-244-8570
By Email: boxoffice@chesapeakeshakespeare.com
CSC Box Office is open again for business!
Tues - Fri from 10am - 4pm