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Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare!

Date and Time
Sat, Aug 1, 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Venue
Carrboro Town Commons
Address
301 Main Street, Carrboro, NC (352.3 mi)
Price
FREE
Description

Prepare for a delightful and unconventional theatrical experience with Oops! All Clowns! Shakespeare. This vibrant twenty-minute musical romp brings classic Shakespearean tales to life through the whimsical and energetic perspective of performers dressed entirely as clowns. Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Carrboro Town Commons for this unique family-friendly spectacle. Performances are scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., perfectly timed during the popular Carrboro Really Really Free Market.

This production is a creative collaboration between the Renaissance-themed performance troupe Devils Food NC, the community-focused Carrboro Really Really Free Market, and acclaimed artist Peaches Kawamata. While the show is completely free to attend, we are dedicated to supporting our local community. We encourage all attendees to bring non-perishable food donations to help stock Carrboro food pantries, turning this afternoon of laughter into a meaningful act of communal solidarity.

Do not miss your chance to witness this playful interpretation of the Bard in an inviting outdoor setting. Gather your friends and family, enjoy the festivities at the Town Commons, and contribute to a worthy cause while celebrating the arts in the heart of Carrboro.

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