How Shakespeare Saved My Life tickets
About How Shakespeare Saved My Life
In the Red Bull Theater production of HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE, Jacob Ming-Trent dares to rescue himself from the “slings and arrows” of his past. Born with a gift for poetry but rejected as unfit to play the part of the poet, Ming-Trent invites us to take a deep dive into the crevices of his youth. His search for home is relentless, and the results are by turns hilarious and tragic. Calling on the Bard and a host of genius rappers, half-crazed preachers, and soulful poets to throw him a lifeline, he takes us on a propulsive ride that reaffirms the power of language. It all adds up to one man’s attempt to reclaim his life, and through that journey we connect to the deeper parts of ourselves, and, ultimately, to each other. Directed by Tony Taccone.
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Start date
September 15th, 2026
End date
October 25th, 2026
I thought the show is very thought provoking and very relatable it was fun and he was very centered throughout.
An expressive story about a young man's life, his struggles, his triumphs and his relationship to the words of William Shakespeare. A creative look into human emotion and connection. The best part for me was how interactive it is with the audience. The theater was amazingly intimate, not only would I recommend it. I would love to see it again.
Good play that used Shakespeare’s words to tell an autobiography. Solo performance with imaginative staging. But in the end it did not land emotionally with me. But brutally honest about the author’s life.
How Shakespeare Saved My Life cast and creative team
By: Jacob Ming-Trent
Director: Tony Taccone
Producer: The Public Theater, Red Bull Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Folger Theatre
Cast list: Jacob Ming-Trent
Venue
The Public Theater
Accessibility
Accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms. Assistive Listening Devices. ASL interpreted, Open Caption and Audio Descriptions at select performances or on demand by request.
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is How Shakespeare Saved My Life at?
How Shakespeare Saved My Life is at New York's The Public Theater, which is located at 425 Lafayette Street, New York, 10003.
How do you get tickets for How Shakespeare Saved My Life?
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Is How Shakespeare Saved My Life playing on Broadway or Off-Broadway?
How Shakespeare Saved My Life is playing Off Broadway.
Is How Shakespeare Saved My Life accessible?
Accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms. Assistive Listening Devices. ASL interpreted, Open Caption and Audio Descriptions at select performances or on demand by request.
How long is How Shakespeare Saved My Life on for?
Tickets for How Shakespeare Saved My Life are available through 25 October 2026 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
What are audiences saying about How Shakespeare Saved My Life?
Audiences have given How Shakespeare Saved My Life a Show-Score of 84/100 — Great, based on 33 audience reviews. Read audience reviews.
Who stars in How Shakespeare Saved My Life?
How Shakespeare Saved My Life stars Jacob Ming-Trent.
Who is the director of How Shakespeare Saved My Life?
Tony Taccone is the director of How Shakespeare Saved My Life.
Who is the writer of How Shakespeare Saved My Life?
The writer of How Shakespeare Saved My Life is Jacob Ming-Trent.
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