July 1 through August 22, 2026
Will In The Woods
Prior to the evening’s performance – Free Event!
Celebrate the evening’s performance by gathering with friends, family, and theater patrons prior to the show for a lively and interactive discussion. These events bring us closer to the theatrical traditions, techniques, and themes of the season. Will in the Woods is ideal for theater lovers interested in learning more about the production process. We hope you will join us!
In order to prepare for your visit, registration is required. Please call 920.854.7111 or email info@doorshakespeare.com.
2026 Dates for Will in the Woods will be announced March 2, 2026.
Dates for the 2025 Will in the Woods
Wednesday, July 16, 2025; 6:00 p.m. to 7:00, prior to the evening’s production of Twelfth Night
Subject: Historic Falconry
Details: More than 60 species of birds are mentioned in Shakespeare’s texts: wrens, owls, larks, and turtle doves just to name a few. Each bird holds a place across the playwright’s work and such references have inspired bird lovers over the years. The Open Door Bird Sanctuary joins us for this session of Will in the Woods to provide an educational view of historic falconry. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about falconry in Shakespeare’s day and see some birds up close!
Thursday, July 24, 2025; 6:00 p.m. to 7:00, prior to the evening’s production of Great Expectations
Subject: A Visit with Fight and Movement Director Ryan Schabach
Details: Ryan has directed, designed, video edited, taught, choreographed, and acted in numerous Door Shakespeare productions throughout the years. Join Ryan this evening for a conversation about movement and fight choreography.
Wednesday, July 30, 2025; 6:00 p.m. to 7:00, prior to the evening’s production of Twelfth Night
Subject: Music Beneath the Maple
Details: Dr. Scott McKenna Campbell has set original music to new and classical plays across fourteen of Door Shakespeare’s summer seasons since 2017. Join him this evening for a presentation highlighting the music in tonight’s production of Twelfth Night.
Thursday, August 7, 2025; 6:00 p.m. to 7:00, prior to the evening’s production of Great Expectations
Subject: A Conversation with playwright Gale Childs Daly
Details: Gale Fury Childs Daly is a playwright, director, teacher, text coach, and actor, and is the author of Door Shakespeare’s production of Great Expectations. A graduate of the Goodman School of Drama at the Art Institute of Chicago (now DePaul University), Daly has worked at the Goodman Theatre, the Alley Theatre, the Great Lakes Shakespeare Festival, the Great River Shakespeare Festival, and the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, among others. Join Ms. Daly this evening for a conversation about her adaptation of Great Expectations.
Will in the Woods is FREE and open to the public. However, reservations are required in order for us to verify the schedule and prepare for your visit. Please call 920.854.7111 or email info@doorshakespeare.com to reserve your seat.