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The Tempest 2026

September 3, 2026 – November 13, 2026

Betrayed and cast out, Prospero summons the storm that brings his enemies back into his grasp. Now he has to decide what to do with them. William Shakespeare's The Tempest returns for the Blackfriars Playhouse's 25th anniversary.
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Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein 2026

October 1, 2026 – November 14, 2026

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein comes alive in David Catlin's haunting stage adaptation of the novel that defined Gothic Horror. Victor Frankenstein is a brilliant young scientist determined to unlock the secret to life itself.
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Witch 2026

October 8, 2026 – November 14, 2026

The Devil's in town with a bargain: power, love, & security for the price of your soul. The Villagers can't resist, but Elizabeth, branded a witch and cast aside, won't play his game. Jen Silverman's Witch is a darkly funny tale of temptation and defiance.
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A Christmas Carol 2026

December 4, 2026 - December 27, 2026

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with A Christmas Carol, a heartwarming production that reminds us of the joy, generosity, and togetherness of the holiday season.
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Playhouse Tour

Year Round

Our ASC Education Tour Guides will take you up, down, and around the world's first re-creation of Shakespeare's indoor theatre and share secrets and anecdotes from the past and the present!
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Lights ON Blackfriars

Select Saturdays at 11 AM

Pair your visit with Lights ON Blackfriars, a welcoming Saturday morning conversation with the artists and scholars behind the show. Learn more, ask questions, and head into the performance with a fresh perspective. Select Saturdays at 11 AM, after the Playhouse Tour.
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Shakespeare Uncorked

Pre-show Event on Select Saturdays

Sip, savor, and experience a pre-show wine and beer tasting at the American Shakespeare Center. Enjoy Virginia’s best craft beverages from top wineries and breweries before select performances at Blackfriars Playhouse. Limited tickets available—reserve your spot today.
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