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The Taming of the Shrew

Opening Date: Jun 20, 2026
Closing Date: Jul 19, 2026
The Taming of the Shrew

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Playing @
Central Park - The Lawn at 69th Street
69th Street and Central Park West, New York, NY 10023
Boomerang Theatre Company returns to Central Park June 20–July 19, 2026 with a spirited, contemporary outdoor production of The Taming of the Shrew.

Set on the lawn in the afternoon sun, this free performance digs into the play’s charged themes with humor, invention, and Boomerang’s trademark sense of adventure. Expect sharp banter, bold reinterpretation, and the thrill of live theatre unfolding against the backdrop of the city. Perfect for families, Shakespeare fans, and park-goers alike, this summertime tradition invites audiences to gather, laugh, and engage with a classic story in a fresh new light.
OutdoorPlay - DramaFree

Performance Schedule

SAT-SUN @ 2 PM


Cast
  • Emily Ann Banks
  • Katy Castaldi
  • Nikolas Elrifi
  • Ryan Holmes
  • Thane Madsen
  • Miriam Muriithi
  • Tom Paolino
  • George Pappas
  • Anthony Simone
  • Tarantino Smith
  • Jack Sochet
  • Vanessa Wendt

Written By
  • William Shakespeare

Director
  • Philip Emeott

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