🎭 What a Summer It’s Been!

Since opening night on June 25th, thousands of Angelenos have gathered under the stars in Griffith Park to laugh, cry, and celebrate Shakespeare (and Marlowe) together. From families on picnic blankets to first-time theatergoers to longtime Indie Shakes fans—YOU make this season possible with your donations and your presence tonight 🫶🏼✨

Beautiful smiles at the park pics

✨ Here’s the impact of your generosity so far:

Thousands enjoyed world-class, professional theater for free.
Audiences reflected the diversity of LA—neighbors from all over the city coming together in one big community.
New audiences discovered the Festival for the first time, ensuring its legacy continues.

Gorge smiles from the park!

Thank you for believing in the importance of theater ❤️

YOUR presence at our performances is why we are committed to returning each and every summer!

YOUR donation this season ensures that Angelenos from every part of our community have equal access to the arts today, tomorrow and in the future.

YOUR support is critical to set Shakespeare free all summer long. Because of donors like you, thousands of Angelenos have access to the highest quality live theater each summer.

DRF!

When we are together, we believe theater plays an important role in re-establishing connections, creating shared moments, and invigorating our community. Your support will help us move forward. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts ❤️

—With gratitude,
All of us at Independent Shakespeare Co. (Indie Shakes)

Independent Shakespeare Co. is a unique theater company, one that brings together a wide cross-section of our community to experience plays, both classical and new. We are leaders in creating a truly diverse ensemble of artists, and an equally diverse audience. We are passionate in our belief that shared theatrical experiences build a stronger, more joyful, more connected community. Los Angeles is our home.

Independent Shakespeare Co. is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization, tax ID number: 20-1004993.

Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival 2025: Love's Labour's Lost and Doctor Faustus

Donate now, bring us back for years to come ❤️