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Theater · Spring Green, Wisconsin
American Players Theatre
Open-air theater on a wooded hill, staging classic plays from Shakespeare to modern authors, from June to October.
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About American Players Theatre
The American Players Theatre was founded in 1979 on a forested hill near Spring Green and has become one of the best-known classical theaters in the United States. The main stage, outdoors, is an amphitheater of about a thousand seats surrounded by trees, where performances begin in the evening light and end under the stars.
The program mixes Shakespeare, Greek tragedies, comedies and authors such as Chekhov, Ibsen, Shaw and American playwrights. A second, smaller covered stage hosts more intimate productions.
Many audience members arrive early to picnic at the site’s tables before the performance.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About three hours, including the performance.
Best time
From June to October, during the season; September evenings tend to be cooler.
How to get there
About 3 km from Spring Green by car; from the parking area you walk up a trail to the stage.
Tip
Bring a jacket and insect repellent for the outdoor stage. Reserve tickets in advance; the walk from the parking lot to the stage is steep.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about American Players Theatre
When is the American Players Theatre season?
From June to October; check the program on the website.
Is the American Players Theatre covered?
The main stage is outdoors; there is also a smaller covered stage.
What kind of plays does the American Players Theatre present?
Classical plays, from Shakespeare and Greek tragedies to modern authors.