Actors Ensemble is the longest-running theatre organization in Berkeley, founded in 1957.  This year we were proud to produce 2 wonderful productions at the John Hinkel Park Amphitheater, Cymbeline and The Taming of the Shrew, and partnered with Nate Presents to produce an innovative No Exit in the cozy confines of LaVal's Subterranean, We want to wish you Happy Holidays and thank you for a wonderful 2025!

The Taming of the Shrew was reviewed by Emily S. Mendel for CultureVulture Website.  For a quote from the review and a link to the article click on "continue reading.

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Jay Manley with Jane Goodwin
Saturdays and Sundays August 16 - 31 plus Labor day Sept 1st. , 4PM
John Hinkel Park Amphitheater
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Show dates are Saturdays and Sundays August 16 - 31 plus Labor Day Monday, September 1st, performed in the beautiful outdoor setting of the John Hinkel Park Amphitheater, 41 Somerset Pl, Berkeley, CA 94707, all at 4 pm.

Actors Ensemble of Berkeley invites proposals from potential DIRECTORS for our Summer 2026 season at the John Hinkel Park Amphitheatre in Berkeley. We are seeking bold, thoughtful, and creative productions that are well-suited to our outdoor venue and align with our mission to present accessible, engaging theater to the East Bay community.