Shakespeare Plays in Ashland (2026)

Shakespeare's wit and humanity translate across centuries, and nowhere is that clearer than watching his words come alive on stage in front of a live audience. In 2026, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland is bringing two of his most beloved comedies to the stage-A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Taming of the Shrew-offering audiences a chance to experience timeless stories of love, magic, and mischief as Shakespeare intended them to be seen. Whether you're a longtime fan of the playwright or curious to discover why his characters still feel like people you know, here's what's coming this season.