Shakespeare Sonnet Celebration & 400th Anniversary | San Rafael

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Marin Shakespeare Company observes the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death with a “Shakespeare Sonnet Celebration,” from 11 am to 4 pm Saturday, April 23 at 4th Street Plaza, San Rafael. The event is free and open to the public.

Led by Marin Shakespeare Company Artistic Director Robert Currier and Director of Artistic Engagement, Erin Merritt, the “Shakespeare Sonnet Celebration” will be an open mic event featuring all 154 of Shakespeare’s sonnets performed through readings, song and dance and other creative presentations.

Schedule:

• 11 am: Grand Opening of Festivities with Special Guests
• Noon: Sonnet Writing Lesson with poet Rebecca Foust
• 1 pm: Tag-Team and Relay Sonnet Readings (come join a team)
• 2 pm: Duelling Sonnets: (S)wordplay at its best
• 3 pm: Appearance by Shakespeare and the Dark Lady for the Grande Finale

Scheduled presenters include director James Dunn; actors Will Marchetti and Richard Pallaziol; Marin Shakespeare actors; and community members. There will also be special appearances by Shakespeare and the Dark Lady portrayed by Marin Shakespeare favorites Adam Roy and Livia DeMarchi.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.