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Theater in the Yard …

Theater in the Yard includes all the programs offered in the yard — Annual Shakespeare in the Yard and the Summer Theater Program

Ayodele Nzinga, Director

In 2001, the backyard of PJCCE was converted to a 2,000 sq.ft. outdoor theater with seating capacity for 100. Twice a year we offer one theater production by a person of color and an "urban adaptation" of one of the works of Shakespeare, also called "Shakespeare in the Yard."

Ebony & Johnny: A Massive Smash!
Oct 5, 10,11, & 12th Shows

This year’s Annual Shakespear in the Yard production is entitled, Ebony & Johnny, an adaptation of Romeo and Juliette. Download the program here.

Last year, middle students of St. Martin de Porres Middle School presented Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream. Students were directed by Amy Edelson, kindergarten teacher. Ms. Edelson, who was educated at Northwestern University's Theatre program and San Francisco State University School of Education, directed this play at The Schools of the Sacred Heart in San Francisco School.

Summer ’08

Ayodele Nzinga with student

Summer Theater Arts Camp kids having fun!

The group onstage

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