Shakespeare for Social Justice programs conclude their cycles with a culminating performance. Outside guests are a vital part of this experience! These extraordinary events demonstrate the power of the arts to heal and give insight into our criminal justice system. Your presence builds community, demonstrates to participants the worthiness and value of their hard work, and reaffirms our shared humanity.
WHEN ARE THE NEXT TIMES I CAN ATTEND?
Parallel Play at San Quentin – On Friday, November 8th, the actors of Shakespeare at San Quentin will present the latest edition of Parallel Plays, inspired by Titus Andronicus. This performance will feature original works devised by the ensemble, exploring themes of family, loyalty, and healing after trauma. Plan to arrive at 10 am and stay until 2 PM. ALL REQUESTS TO ATTEND ARE DUE BEFORE September 3rd. Late submissions will not be considered for entry. There are only 30 spots available; please sign up only if you know you can attend. We will not be able to accommodate all requests.
Workshops at San Quentin are an extraordinary opportunity to experience a Shakespeare class in prison. Sunday workshops at San Quentin are three hours of heart-opening and mind-expanding play, reflection, and community-building — all inspired by Shakespeare! These participatory Workshops allow you to meet and learn with men from the Shakespeare groups. Workshops are typically one Sunday morning per month. All participants must apply in advance to attend so that you can obtain clearance from San Quentin. Upcoming Workshop open to the public is October 27. For more information, contact Alejandra Wahl at alejandra@marinshakespeare.org
More performances will be announced as they are scheduled. Watch this space for future announcements!
Disclaimers:
Prisons have strict deadlines; information must be submitted according to the deadlines. Guests must pass institutional security clearance in order to attend. Your application does not guarantee clearance.
There is a large amount of interest in attending performances at San Quentin and limited availability. Not everyone who signs up will be able to be included.
Dates and times subject to change. Prisons are subject to lockdowns and sudden closures. We always do our best to reschedule promptly.
HOW TO APPLY TO ATTEND
To sign up to attend, please email ALL the required information to Alejandra Wahl at alejandra@marinshakespeare.org.
Required information:
– Your Full Legal Name
– Social Security Number
– Date of Birth
– Driver License Number and State of Issue*
– If you do not have a Driver License, instead please send a scan of your Passport.
– Emergency Contact Name and Phone
* A State ID or Passport (US and/or International) is also acceptable. Passport holders MUST also send a clear, legible scan or photo of your passport.
We acknowledge that sending sensitive information for clearance is a security concern. We encourage you to spell some of the numbers of your SSN for added safety. (For example, Won-3-5 To-9 Six-3-ATE-one.) We do our utmost to protect your information and are always striving for additional security.
You may send your information in any encrypted format you prefer. Some good options:
- A password protected PDF
- A password protected and encrypted Excel sheet.
- An encrypted Gmail e-mail