Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park

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Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park was founded in 1985 in Edmond, Oklahoma by current Artistic Director Kathryn McGill and Jack O'Meara. It produces live classical theater. Sue Ellen Reiman serves as Managing Director.

In 2001, OSP's stage was destroyed by fire. The company rebuilt on the same location. In 2005, fire again struck, and the company relocated to the University of Central Oklahoma as a temporary home.

In December, 2006, OSP announced that it was relocating to downtown Oklahoma City, and the Myriad Botanical Gardens Water Stage. In the summer of 2007, it presented its inaugural summer season in downtown Oklahoma City.

In November of 2007, OSP produced Oklahoma's official Centennial production of "The Grapes of Wrath". The production was underwritten by Devon Energy

Oklahoma Shakespeare in the Park is overseen by a Board of Directors. David Holt has served as the President since October of 2005.

[edit] External links

• http://www.oklahomashakespeare.com/

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