Free Shakespeare in Griffith Park this Summer

by Troy Corley on July 14, 2010

Hark! ‘Tis Free Shakespeare in Griffith Park thanks to the Independent Shakespeare Company’s dedicated band of thespians.

What manner of free fun is this? Why the play is the thing! Two of Shakespeare’s finest are performed for free in the Griffith Park area known as the Old Zoo near 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. next to the Merry-Go-Round. Free ShakespeareOthello is on stage Thursday to Sunday through August 1 at 7PM followed by Much Ado About Nothing Thursday to Sunday August 5 to August 29 at 7PM.

There are no seats for the weary, so bring thine own blankets and low-back lawn chairs.  Consider bringing warm clothing for the oft chilly night air and flashlight to pave thy exit.

Forget not the special days set aside for free family fun! Family Nights begin at 5PM;  Othello workshop on Sunday, July 25 and Much Ado About Nothing workshop on Sunday, August 22. ISC company members introduce families to the  themes & plot of the plays, identify a few specific things to look for in the plays and encourage some Shakespearean acting.

To reserve a spot,t email boxoffice@iscla.org,with the name of  the workshop you will be attending and how many spots you need.
Whilst all of this is free, perchance if you happen to have spare bill or two, be sure to drop it in the proverbial hat.

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old pasadena film festival

Old Pasadena Film Festival

Starting July 8, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, The Old Pasadena Film Festival screens classic cinema for free for the next four weeks at various locations around Pasadena. With nineteen screenings, the festival is the largest outdoor film festival in California, and with free admission, is expected to draw upwards of 8,000 attendees. The festival pays tribute to women in film, and begins with a special “Leading Ladies” series.

Other classic films include Annie Hall, Harold and Maude, and Bringing Up Baby. Don’t miss the recently restored Mary Pickford silent shorts, with members of the Malibu Coast Chamber Orchestra performing the scores live. In addition, Distant Lands, the specialty travel bookstore in Old Pasadena will once again hold travel films.

The Old Pasadena Film Festival concludes with a screening of the 1968 George Romero classic; Night of the Living Dead; a must see (if you haven’t already that is.) All screenings are free and open to the public.

There are a wide range of films and genres, so there’s sure to be something for everyone. At the very least its a great opportunity to enhance your cinematic experience.

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