This summer, Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival (FlagShakes) returns to the breathtaking grounds of Lowell Observatory with two electrifying productions under the festival tent: William Shakespeare’s towering tragedy "King Lear" and the side-splitting comedy "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare" (abridged) [revised] [again]" by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield.
This exhilarating double bill showcases the full range of Shakespearean storytelling — from the stormy depths of human sorrow to the joyful chaos of fast-paced parody.
KING LEAR
Directed with FlagShakes’ signature clarity and emotional depth, King Lear is a powerful exploration of power, betrayal, madness, and redemption. The production draws audiences into Lear’s unraveling world that tests loyalty and love against ambition and cruelty. With the dramatic beauty of Lowell Observatory as a backdrop, this timeless tragedy comes alive under the starlit night sky.
Friday, July 11th at 7pm
Saturday, July 12th at 7pm
Saturday, July 19th at 2pm
Sunday, July 20th at 2pm
Friday, July 25th at 7pm
Saturday, July 26th at 7pm
Thursday, July 31st at 7pm
Friday, August 1st at 7pm
Saturday, August 2nd at 2pm
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN]
In contrast, the season's second show is an outrageous whirlwind through all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays — plus the sonnets — in just 90 hilarious minutes. Performed by just three actors armed with costumes, props, and plenty of wit, this irreverent romp includes updates for a new generation of theatregoers. Whether you're a Bard buff or a total newbie, this laugh-out-loud experience is the perfect summer treat.
Thursday, July 10th at 7pm
Saturday, July 12th at 2pm
Sunday, July 13th at 2pm
Friday, July 18th at 7pm
Saturday, July 19th at 7pm
Thursday, July 24th at 7pm
Saturday, July 26th at 2pm
Sunday, July 27th at 2pm
Saturday, August 2nd at 7pm
Sunday, August 3rd at 2pm
“We're thrilled to offer audiences two vastly different, yet equally compelling experiences this season,” FlagShakes Executive Director Dawn Tucker said. “King Lear reminds us of the enduring power of Shakespeare’s insight into the human condition, while Complete Works invites everyone — young and old — to laugh and fall in love with the Bard all over again.”
Season Dates: July 10-Aug. 4, 2025
Location: Lowell Observatory, 1400 W Mars Hill Rd, Flagstaff, AZ
Tickets: Visit FlagShakes.org/tickets for full schedule and ticket information.
Discounts available for seniors, students and families.
Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival is proud to continue making professional, high-quality theatre accessible to northern Arizona. Join us under the stars for a season of tragedy, comedy and unforgettable storytelling.
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