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Star-Studded Twelfth Night Premieres After $85M Renovation

8/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

*Twelfth Night* premiered at the Delacorte Theater on August 21 and runs until September 14.
Directed by Saheem Ali, the cast includes Lupita Nyong'o and Peter Dinklage.
The theater recently completed an $85 million renovation to improve audience experience.
PBS will air the production on November 14 as part of its Great Performances series.

History

Historical Context

The Delacorte Theater, a landmark for Shakespearean performances since 1962, recently completed an $85 million renovation to improve audience engagement. This revival, featuring Lupita Nyong'o and Peter Dinklage under Saheem Ali's direction, reflects the 1960s cultural push for accessible arts in public spaces. The PBS airing on November 14 continues efforts to democratize theater, enhancing public access to significant performances.

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Story summary

*Twelfth Night* premiered at the Delacorte Theater on August 21 and runs until September 14.
Directed by Saheem Ali, the cast includes Lupita Nyong'o and Peter Dinklage.
The theater recently completed an $85 million renovation to improve audience experience.
PBS will air the production on November 14 as part of its Great Performances series.

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