Welcome to Lakespeare! We are a theater company dedicated to bringing high-quality Shakespeare performances to the public, free of charge. Our performances take place in various public locations around Canberra, and we invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. Check out our upcoming shows below and mark your calendars!
Media
... a fresh and vibrant production of Shakespeare’s comedy, the likes of which I have never seen.
Peter Wilkins
Canberra Critics Circle
Feb 2026
From the first moments, it was obvious that this was going to be a first-rate evening of theatre.
ARNE SJOSTEDT
Canberra City News
Feb 2026
Lakespeare... appears to have become a fixture in the social calendar, attracting strong audiences who have been rewarded with committed, entertaining and...compelling performances.
Ian Bushnell
Riotact
Mar 2025
News
A fast-paced Macbeth for the people is coming to a picnic rug near you
Megan Doherty
The Canberra Times
24 Dec 2024
News
Taimus wants to kick big goals with Henry V
Helen Musa
Canberra City News
14 Feb 2024
Review
Lakespeare’s production was highly entertaining, while Shakespeare’s text lost none of its import in the telling.
Peter Wilkins
Canberra Critics Circle
25 Feb 2024
News
Lakespeare packs down for a season of Henry V like you've never seen before
Ian Bushnell
RiotAct
9 Feb 2024
Review
Team Lakespeare kicks around Henry V
Arne Fealing
Canberra City News
