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from humble beginnings

When in 1935 a young teacher was struck by the resemblance between the roofless walls of an old Chautauqua building and a 17th-century sketch of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival was born...

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Pictorial history of theatres

production history

Macbeth (1995): Michael J. Hume, Linda Emond. Photo: David Cooper

Access our production history by year, from our start in 1935 to today.

Shakespeare: our standard, our inspiration
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founder angus bowmer (1904 – 1979)

Angus was the founder and guiding spirit of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Find out more about the man whose dream blossomed into the largest regional theatre in America.

 

jerry turner (1927 – 2004)

Jerry's passion and dedication continues to influence the company. Learn more about this inspiring man, his leadership efforts and his vision for the Festival.

 

richard hay

Principal Theatre and Scenic Designer Richard L. Hay's visionary artistry resonates at the Festival through his design of the theatres, campus spaces and stage settings. Learn more about his lifelong commitment to theatre and OSF.


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Volunteer at OSF

US Bank - continuing a 33-year tradition of support as proud sponsor of the 2012 season