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Performing ArtsMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is a performing arts organization focused on classical theatre, with Shakespeare at its core. It is described as one of the larger theatre companies in Maryland, offering mainstage seasons designed to engage a diverse audience. The company runs an education program that serves more than 16,000 students annually through theatre and classroom activities. Its operations span three venues: a 266-seat indoor theatre with a thrust stage, with adjacent administrative and rehearsal spaces, and a summertime outdoor venue in Ellicott City’s PFI Historic Park. The organization is based in Baltimore, Maryland, and maintains outreach through its education, performances, and community engagement. In January 2026, it announced a collaboration with University of Maryland, Baltimore County to present the Baltimore City premiere of Shakespeare in Harlem.