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While based on events prior to emancipation, The African Company Presents Richard III manages to evoke the dichotomy of Black Americans’ experiences throughout history: the constant battle to improve Black experience and culture while also battling for acceptance in a white-dominated power structure. A funny, bold portrayal of a group of people trying to escape in the poetry of a theatrical giant, The African Company also shows us how universal Shakespeare’s work is, and how it can inspire those who engage with it. This play is for anyone who fights for – no, demands the right to be seen; who understands that “classic” does not always mean white; who understands that smart, creative Black people will always overcome when pushed to the brink.

All performances are offered for FREE (donations accepted at intermission), or reserve a chair or blanket in advance. New for 2021 are premium boxes of 2 reserved zero-gravity chairs for $45, and basic boxes with a reserved ATC logo blanket (that you can keep after the show!) for $25. Reserve your boxes here.

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Actors’ Theatre is proud to present plays by William Shakespeare and other time-honored playwrights. While it costs the company $29.54 per audience member at each performance, we want to share classic outdoor theatre with everyone regardless of income and hence offer all shows based on a “Pay What You Will” basis. Please consider making a donation today to support quality theatre for everyone in our vibrant community. If you are among the thousands who have enjoyed Actors’ Theatre, but have yet to make a donation this year, now is an excellent opportunity. Actors’ Theatre is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and all contributions are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

Donate by cash or check: At any performance during intermission or by mail to:
Actors’ Theatre of Columbus, 1000 City Park Ave., Columbus, OH 43206.

In-kind donations, volunteerism, and sponsorships are also crucial in helping to defray costs. Please review our list of giving opportunities and consider what’s right for you. Thank you for your continued support!