Shakespeare in the Park: "The Winter’s Tale"Special EventIn-Person
Wednesday, Aug 19, 2026
8:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m. Doors open
8:00 p.m. Curtain
The Revitalized Delacorte Theater, Central Park
81 Central Park West
New York, NY 10024
In partnership with the Public Theater
The Academy for Teachers, in partnership with The Public Theater, is thrilled to offer tickets to the August 20 performance of The Winter’s Tale.
Tony Award-winning director Daniel Sullivan returns to Free Shakespeare in the Park with a spellbinding new production. When the King of Sicilia becomes convinced his pregnant wife has been unfaithful, their royal baby is smuggled to the coast of Bohemia, where she is raised by an old shepherd. Sixteen years later, a mysterious romance unfolds in this tale of defiance, destiny, and the power of true love.
Because these tickets are highly coveted and strictly limited, we want to ensure every single seat goes to a dedicated teacher.
- Please make absolutely sure you are free on August 20 before entering the lottery.
- To help us prevent last-minute drop-offs and secure your spot, lottery winners will pay a $15 commitment fee, which includes a snack box for the show.
- This special event is available exclusively to Academy Fellows* and school-membership participants.
- The lottery opens August 5. Winners will be notified by Monday, August 10.
Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening of theater under the stars with your fellow teachers!
*You are an Academy Fellow if you’ve completed at least once Academy master class.
About "The Winter’s Tale"
Written by William Shakespeare
Choreography by Mimi Lieber
Directed by Daniel Sullivan
Tony Award-winning director Daniel Sullivan returns to Free Shakespeare in the Park with a spellbinding new production of THE WINTER’S TALE. When the King of Sicilia becomes convinced his pregnant wife has been unfaithful, the royal baby is smuggled to the coast of Bohemia where an old shepherd finds her and renames her Perdita. Sixteen years later, Perdita falls in love with another young shepherd, Doricles, who turns out to be a prince in disguise. Honesty is a fool and true love the only answer in this mysterious, romantic tale of defiance and destiny.