In Solidarity
An ongoing list of resources and learnings compiled by Cal Shakes' staff as we continue on our own journey of anti-racism.
Juneteenth
On this day in 1865—two and a half years following the Emancipation Proclamation—the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas were finally informed that the American Civil
Anti Racism Seed Team: First Term Blog Post
California Shakespeare Theater (CAL SHAKES) redefines the classical theater for the 21st Century on and off stage. During the 2022 Season, our company has cultivated
Roe v. Wade Statement and Resources
“Men’s vows are women’s traitors… corrupters of my faith! …Thus may poor fools/ Believe false teachers.”—Imogen, CYMBELINE As a classics theater, we often turn to
Understanding Over-Policing
In the wake of the verdict of Derek Chauvin, the deaths of Daunte Wright, Adam Toledo, Ma’Khia Bryant, and so many others who have been
In Solidarity with Our AAPI Community
Over the course of the last year, there has been an increase in harassment, assault, and violence targeting Asian American Pacific Islanders, and especially AAPI
Resources from Direct Address Roundtable with Indigenous Theatermakers
On November 13, Cal Shakes held an Indigenous Theatermakers Roundable as part of our Direct Address Allyship + Anti-Racism series. We are full of gratitude to Rhiana Yazzie, Ty