Skip to main content
close
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Shakespeare Project of Chicago

Shakespeare Project of Chicago

King Lear

2025-06-21 14:00:00 2025-06-21 16:00:00 America/Chicago Shakespeare Project of Chicago Enjoy a staged reading of Shakespeare's King Lear. Funded by The Friends of Wilmette Public Library. Wilmette Public Library - Auditorium

Saturday, June 21
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-21 14:00:00 2025-06-21 16:00:00 America/Chicago Shakespeare Project of Chicago Enjoy a staged reading of Shakespeare's King Lear. Funded by The Friends of Wilmette Public Library. Wilmette Public Library - Auditorium

Enjoy a staged reading of Shakespeare's King Lear. Funded by The Friends of Wilmette Public Library.

Witness the power and heartbreak of betrayal in Shakespeare's towering tragedy, King Lear. An aging king divides his kingdom based on empty flattery, casting out his honest daughter. Deceit, madness, and a fight for survival unfold as loyalty and ambition clash. King Lear is a timeless exploration of family, betrayal, and the true meaning of power. Prepare to be moved by this unforgettable masterpiece of the Bard, directed by Michelle Shupe.

An introduction to the play commences 15 minutes prior to curtain. Space is limited, and overflow guests may not be accommodated. Doors will open at 1:30pm. Please arrive early to ensure your seat.

Funded by The Friends of Wilmette Public Library.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentation |

TAGS: | |

Wilmette Public Library

Phone: 847-256-5025

Hours
Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building. 

From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.

From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. 


Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.

Upcoming events

Mon, Aug 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Adult/Teen

Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Studio
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 9:30am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room

Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
The Studio
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Studio
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
The Studio
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Auditorium

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Auditorium

Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium

Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium

Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Adult/Teen

Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Youth Program Room

Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom Adult/Teen

Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Auditorium

Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room

Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Studio

Thu, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium
This event is full

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room

Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Youth Program Room

Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services