Inspired by Shakespeare, we create and strengthen our community by bringing audiences and theatre artists together to celebrate stories about our collective humanity. Matching a fearless aesthetic with transparent financial responsibility, SCS is passionate about theatre that is inclusive, inquisitive, and that engages with the contemporary moment.
We bring live productions such as our current offerings of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and a bilingual Romeo and Juliet directly into schools, eliminating barriers of cost and access. Last year we reached 8,000 students. With support, we will double that number annually, ensuring every child experiences world-class theatre. This is the first live theater experience many children will have.
This program inspires empathy, literacy, and joy—proving Shakespeare’s words truly belong to every student. Each show includes post-performance talkbacks and teacher resource packets tied to curriculum. Just $300 raised brings a fully subsidized production to another Santa Cruz school, ensuring no student, teacher, or family is turned away from experiencing the
power of live theatre.
Please help us expand opportunities to more students!
Students were engaged the entire performance. Your actors are phenomenal! Our entire 6th grade is reading A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Alexie Neall, Scotts Valley Middle School Teacher
