Sontag Greek Theatre at Pomona College
Hamlet 2017
Hamlet 2017
Othello 2016
Titus Andronicus 2015
Midsummer 2016
Twelfth Night 2015
Picnics. Parties. Puns.
The beautiful lawns surrounding the Sontag Greek Theatre at Pomona College are perfect for picnicking. Doors open at 6:00pm for picnicking and relaxing before the performance. Picnic Blankets are recommended. The seating at the Sontag consists of concave stone benches most of which do not have a back. Comfy backed stadium seats will be available for rental based on availability. Beach chairs are allowed on the ground level only.
Parents are always surprised at how much their children enjoy the Shakespeare Festival. But we’re not. Shakespeare is fun, exciting, and awesome!
Green Shows
A “Green Show” is an opening act. Every night at 7:00pm Midsummer Festival audiences gets a special treat before the main performance. Local artists perform from 7-7:45. Past acts include musicians, improvisors, singers, and dancers. All different, but all great. Make sure you get to the theatre early so you don’t miss out on the nightly Green Show!
Green shows take place “on the green” nightly!
La Tempestad (or Shakespeare Goes Caribbean)
This bilingual adaptation of The Tempest is set on Isla de la Juventud off the Coast of Cuba. Featuring original arrangements of Caribbean and Afro-Cuban music- this high energy production brings a Latin vibe and audience immersion to Shakespeare’s most magical comedy– La Tempestad is a big pachanga under the stars on the grounds of the beautiful Sontag.
Due to a series of challenges, Ophelia’s Jump has had to cancel its production of Pirates of Penzance. Measure for Measure is unaffected and will fill in all the Pirates of Penzance performance dates. Patrons who purchased tickets for Pirates will be contacted.
7/11, 7/13, 7/19, 7/21 at 8pm Green Show starts nightly at 7:00pm.
The Knight of the Burning Pestle
by Francis Beaumont
Directed by Caitlin Lopez
A joyful celebration of the universal capacity to improvise, this delightful Elizabethan comedy is a rough and rowdy romp filled with Music and Merriment!
7/12-7/20. Lounge opens nightly 1 hour before the show for cocktails and appetizers.
General Admission $35— Ticket Includes a CLAREMONT SHAKES PASS for 15% discount at participating Claremont shops and restaurants.
Children 10 and under College/HS Students with ID–$30
Festival Pass $65—Purchase a Festival Pass for both shows and save!
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Beatrice Casagran
OFFICIAL MIDSUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL TICKET CENTERS
Stop by one of the Claremont businesses below to conveniently purchase your tickets and save on ticketing fees.
THE FOLK MUSIC CENTER– 200 Yale Ave., Claremont
RIO DE OJAS– 250 Harvard Ave., Claremont
OJP Gala- June 17
Alex Foster as Malvolio
PSST…CLAREMONT SHAKES PASS
PURCHASE A SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL PASS TO SEE BOTH PIRATES OF PENZANCE AND MEASURE FOR MEASURE AND YOU’LL GET A CLAREMONT SHAKES PASS FOR 15% OFF PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES THROUGHOUT CLAREMONT. USE THE PASS AS OFTEN AS YOU LIKE FROM 7/12/2023 THROUGH 7/24/2023 AND RACK UP THOSE SAVINGS! BUT WAIT, THAT’S NOT ALL! YOU ALSO GET A FREE STADIUM SEAT RENTAL WITH EACH PASS.
IT’S A REALLY BIG DEAL! 2 GREAT PERFORMANCES, SAVINGS AT GREAT CLAREMONT SHOPS, AND A SEAT FOR YOUR TUSH– $75
SHOP AT THESE WONDERFUL CLAREMONT BUSINESSES WITH YOUR CLAREMONT SHAKES PASS (PRINTED ON YOUR SHOW TICKET OR FESTIVAL PASS) TO RECEIVE YOUR DISCOUNT! MORE BUSINESSES TO COME!
Rio de Ojas offers a unique blend of Mexican Folk Art, Home Decor, Day of the Dead, Frida, Mexican Chocolates, Hand Painted Mexican Dishes, Imported Spanish Foods, and so much more…
250 Harvard Ave N 909-624-4141
I Like Pie is Taking This Time-Honored Pastry to New Heights. Our Scrumptious, Single-Sized, Sweet and Savory Pies Will Delight with Traditional Favorites and Seasonal Specialties.
175 N Indian Hill Blvd #102b 909-621-5152
A boutique kitchen experience! Cookware, bakeware, decor, linens, utensils, gifts and more.
141 Yale Ave. (909)-399-5007
From the most amazing coffee drinks served with nothing but the best, Stumptown Coffee, to our absolutely DELICIOUS breakfast and lunch options, to our Coffee & Movie nights, to our completely unique vintage hot rod meets modern vibe, we can guarantee you’ll want to come back for more.
212 W. Foothill Blvd. 909-447-0314
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Claremont Heritage advances, preserves and celebrates the historic architectural, natural and cultural resources of the community through education, advocacy and collaboration. 840 N. Indian Hill 909-621-0848
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Sherwood’s roots go almost as deep as the city of Claremont itself. Our iconic stone structure with its red tile roof was built in 1923 for the Sterling Oil Spray Company, which served Claremont’s endless citrus orchards. Though we’re located along Route 66, our building is actually older than America’s most famous highway by three years!
404 W. Foothill Blvd. 909-625-3309
Aromatique Skin & Body Care has been providing superior skincare, massage services, and waxing since 1989. Our one-of-a-kind spa and boutique offers a diverse selection of professional skincare, makeup, bath and body products, home decor, accessories and unique gifts.
319-A W First Street 909-626-7422
vomFASS is a European Market and Tasting Room. We feature Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Balsamic Vinegars, Spices, Gourmet Foods, Craft Spirits & more! The name vomFASS means “From the Cask” in German. Working with small family producers throughout the world vomFASS ensures only the finest products make it into our stores and onto your table.
101 N Indian Hill Blvd, C2-100 909-399-0256
248 W. 2nd St.
(909) 624-3340
gotosacas.com
Here are 2 great options to complement your enjoyment during this summer’s Shakespeare Festival, and always at a very reasonable price:
• Saca’s Individual Picnic Boxes include a Pita Sandwich of your choice, Salad (Mediterranean or Tabouleh), and a Baklava, utensils and napkin.
• Saca’s Picnic Trays for 2 include 2 Shawerma Bowls, 2 sides (Choose from Mediterranean Salad, Tabouleh, Hummus & Pitas or Falafels), 2 Baklavas, 2 Pitas and 2 bottles of water. The trays come with plates, utensils and napkins.
For curbside pickup, just order online …no parking, no hassle, you can go straight to your event without wasting any time! What’s not to like?!
Cheers to great Summer Nights with Saca’s flavorful cuisine as your companion!
Located in the Claremont Packing House
540 W 1st Street
(909) 445-9463
packinghousewines.com
The perfect dinner to pair with Shakespeare under the stars. Boxed dinner includes choice of a variety of delicious sandwiches on artisan baguettes, salad, and a fresh-baked cookie. Add a bottle of wine for a little more and your repast is complete. Utensils and cups included.
325 Yale Ave.
(909) 625-7560
What’s more Shakespearian than a platter of cheeses, meats, olives, and fruit at the center of your show day picnic? The Bard’s heavenly mouth is watering at the though of a Cheese Cave Shakes-picnic tray.
175 N. Indian Hill Blvd.
Suite 102B
Like many of the best things in life, honest BBQ takes time and discipline. Therefore, Chris and John journeyed through the most BBQ-loving states in the US to learn from the best and to serve you never-rushed, hand-rubbed, high-quality, wood-smoked perfection. As an extension of our family, our hope is that with each bite and every interaction with our amazing teams, you get to experience our commitment to true southern hospitality.
500 West 1st St. 909-445-0531
Green Shows
Every OJP Midsummer Shakespeare performance begins with a Green Show featuring local artists. The custom is inspired by the Green Shows of Shakespeare’s day, which were the equivalent of an opening act at a concert. They were called “green shows” because they took place “on the green” outside the theater before the main play started.
Green Show starts nightly at 7:00pm.
Celtic Dancers 2014
Facepainting fun