The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Equity Producing Member Theatre in Madison, NJ

Member overview
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (formerly the New Jersey Shakespeare Festival), named 2014 “Company of the Year” by the Wall Street Journal which also described the Theatre as “one of America’s half-dozen leading classical repertory companies,” is the longest-running classic theatre on the East Coast and New Jersey’s largest professional theatre company dedicated to Shakespeare’s canon and other world classics. Through its productions and education programs, the company strives to illuminate the universal and lasting relevance of the classics for contemporary audiences. The company’s dedication to the classics and commitment to excellence sets critical standards for the field. Under the leadership of artistic director Bonnie J. Monte since 1990, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey continues to draw larger and larger audiences and garner unprecedented critical acclaim. Now in its 54th season, the company annually presents six Main Stage productions at the F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, located on the campus of Drew University in Madison, as well as one Outdoor Stage production on the campus of the College of St. Elizabeth in nearby Morris Township.
Venue details
Upcoming performances
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Go to Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory TourThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory Tour
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Go to Hansel and Gretel: A Tanglewood Marionettes ProductionThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Hansel and Gretel: A Tanglewood Marionettes Production
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Go to Short Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's DreamThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Short Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Go to Short Shakespeare: Romeo & JulietThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Short Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet
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Go to Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory TourThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory Tour
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Go to The Importance of Being EarnestThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
The Importance of Being Earnest
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Go to UNEXPECTED: The Stories of Hans Christian AndersenThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
UNEXPECTED: The Stories of Hans Christian Andersen
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Go to Perseus and Medusa: A Tanglewood Marionettes ProductionThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Perseus and Medusa: A Tanglewood Marionettes Production
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Go to Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday ClassicsThe Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Merry, Merry Mischief: Holiday Classics
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