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SUN · JUL 12 · 1:00 PM – 1:50 PM
07·12

Richard III - Puppet Edition

Washington Park· 1859 N 40th St
0+ · Free · Just Show Up
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Catch a puppet rendition of Shakespeare's Richard III at Washington Park!

Part I

The details

About this event

Join Optimist Theatre for a delightful puppet edition of Richard III, part of the Shakespeare in the Park 2026 series. Enjoy Renaissance-era games and activities throughout the afternoon, culminating in a 50-minute performance of this classic play.

Getting in

  • Free — Just Show Up

  • Drop in anytime — no commitment needed

What's It Actually Like?

How the Room Feels

Seated throughout

What You'll Leave With

Just the experience

Who It's For

Social style:
Comfortable solo
Energy needed:
Sit back and receive

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Seated throughout. You will not be on your feet.

Seated throughout

The crowd

Low-key. You can show up alone, sit back, and receive. No pressure to mingle or perform.

You'll leave with

Just the experience

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