King Lear - Presented by Shakespeare in the Parks in Fort Benton

King Lear - Presented by Shakespeare in the Parks in Fort Benton

August 04, 2022 | Fort Benton, Montana

Event Date(s):

August 04, 2022

Event Address:

1204 Front St, Fort Benton, MT

Contact Info

(406) 994-3906

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Event Details

Join us on Thursday, August 4th at the Fort Benton City Park for Montana Shakespeare in the Park's performance of King Lear.

This is the first time in MSIP history that we are performing King Lear and we are excited to have you join us. This year also marks our 50th anniversary season!

In this tragedy, Lear divides his kingdom among the two daughters who flatter him and banishes the third one who loves him. His eldest daughters both then reject him at their homes, so Lear goes mad and wanders through a storm. His banished daughter returns with an army, but they lose the battle and Lear, all his daughters and more, die.

Start Time - 6:00 pm End Time - 8:00 pm

As always, the production is FREE!

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Population: 1,413

County: Chouteau

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