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Julius Caesar
First Preview: May 14, 2026
Opening Date: May 16, 2026
Closing Date: Jun 7, 2026
Running Time: 02:00
Playing @
Carroll Park
Court Street and Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Frequently revived during moments of national tension, Julius Caesar follows the conspiracy against Rome’s most powerful leader and the devastating chain reaction that follows. As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding later this summer, the play lands with renewed urgency. At its core, Shakespeare’s tragedy asks what happens when citizens attempt to change the course of their nation, and what consequences they are willing to face.
Show Notes: A limited number of seats will be provided, and audience members are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Admission is free and open to the public, and no reservations are required.
Performance Schedule
All performances are at 7:30 p.m. except Sunday, May 17, which is at 6:30 p.m. Visit the website for the complete schedule and for weather-related cancelation info.
Cast
- Louis Butelli
- Amara James Aja
- Katie Willmorth
- Bryce Foley
- Jonathan Minton
- Noelle Franco
- Petron Brown
- Xueyun (Harry) Zhai
- Alaysia Duncan
- Nowani Rattray
- Krishna Doodnauth
- Toni Kwadzogah
Written By
- William Shakespeare
Director
- Jonathan Hopkins
TDF Tickets Offers:
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Full-price tickets:
FREE
Accessibility
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Parking
We have always found that there is ample parking right next to the park on Carroll Street. It’s a school zone and during the school day the parking on that street is restricted, so normally by 5:30/6 o’clock it is fairly empty. -
Restroom
There are 2 bathrooms on either side of the Park House. They will both be available throughout the performance, and are wheelchair accessible. -
Wheelchair Info
The park itself is wheelchair accessible, but the neighboring subway (F/G Carroll) is not. If you need an elevator, we advise that you use the one at Jay Street MetroTech (elevator located on northeast corner of Jay and Willoughby Streets) or the Borough Hall (2, 3, 4, 5) stop. Also, as we set chairs out for each performance, please let us know if you’d like us to remove chairs so that you can get the best view of the performance. Please email us at info@smithstreetstage.org 24 hours in advance.
