Melissa O’Keefe – Silicon Valley Shakespeare

Who Run The World? GIRLS!

June 15, 2019 by Melissa O'Keefe

GIRLS! Audiences are LOVING our ALL-FEMALE PRODUCTION of A Midsummer Night's Dream! Our Theatre Bay Area Awards Recommended Production of Midsummer is making all kinds of magic. If it's TBA Recommended, you know it's must-see theatre. It's decidedly delightful. Family-friendly. FREE. And runs Thurs-Sun through June 23rd. Pack a picnic, grab some blankets, and bring your [...]

Volunteer This Summer!

April 25, 2019 by Melissa O'Keefe

Silicon Valley Shakespeare needs YOU! We have several coveted, fun, exciting, rewarding, and generally awesome volunteer opportunities available for our magical summer 2019 Season. So many of you volunteer for us each season, and we want this popularity to continue! Who's in??!! A Midsummer Night's Dream June 7-23, 2019 Thursdays - Sundays at 7:00pm Willow [...]

Only a Few Spots Remain!

February 13, 2019 by Melissa O'Keefe

Registration is open for our very popular Shakespeare Camp for Youth & Teens! Camp runs June 17 - June 28, Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 2:00pm at History Park in San Jose. For two incredible weeks, our Summer Camp helps kids build confidence as public speakers, collaborate as artists and thinkers, and develop learning skills [...]

Call for Superstar Crew!

September 5, 2018 by Melissa O'Keefe

Seeking Crew for Our 2019 Summer Season Silicon Valley Shakespeare is accepting resumes for open 2019 crew positions for our productions of Macbeth, by William Shakespeare, and The White Snake, by Mary Zimmerman, that will take place in Sanborn Park in Saratoga. Stipend available. Non-Equity. Seeking: Wardrobe Crew Show Information: First Rehearsal: June 10th Macbeth: [...]

Exciting News!

January 16, 2018 by Melissa O'Keefe

We are excited to announce that Silicon Valley Shakespeare will be part of a terrific new arts center in the heart of San José. No, our performances aren't moving. We'll still perform at Sanborn Park and Willow Street Park, Shakespeare Camp is still at History Park, and our education programs will still be in schools [...]

NEW Donors Circle!

January 15, 2018 by Melissa O'Keefe

SVS introduces the Donors Circle! One straightforward way to support SVS, while still receiving many great benefits from SVS in appreciation for your support. All your donations from November 1st through October 31st count toward your donor level for that year. In appreciation for your support of SVS, there are several levels of perks depending [...]

Look, Ma! We’re on a Podcast!

December 19, 2017 by Melissa O'Keefe

Our Executive Director, Doug Brook, recently sat down with Larry Baker to do an episode of his national podcast, ShakenBakeCast, talking about what we're cooking up for 2018. ShakenBakeCast interviews notable Bard-honoring guests including the likes of Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Stratford Festival, and more! Take a listen! #AlmostFamous #SVShakes

Roaring 20’s Gala

December 19, 2017 by Melissa O'Keefe

Join us for a Roaring 20's Gala to celebrate Silicon Valley Shakespeare’s 20th Season! Rub elbows with SVS artists for a night to remember filled with music, hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live performances, casino style gaming, a costume contest, photo booth, a silent auction with vintage items, and MORE. PLUS, our gala guests will also be the [...]

#GivingTuesday

November 7, 2017 by Melissa O'Keefe

Mark your calendars for November 28th, because together, we are going to make this year's #GivingTuesday the most generous day yet! #GivingTuesday is an unprecedented global movement of generosity. Please join us on this very special day and see how your donation can make a BIG impact. GIVE BACK

Our 20th Season!

November 6, 2017 by Melissa O'Keefe

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!! Silicon Valley Shakespeare is excited and proud to announce the lineup for our 20th season! Mark your calendars and buy your tickets, friends; you won't want to miss these incredible productions! Coming to you LIVE in 2018: