ESU Festival Group Night: Love’s Labour’s Lost
June 25 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm CDT
Love’s Labour’s Lost is one of Shakespeare’s most popular and endearing comedies. Taking an oath to isolate themselves from the oh-so-trivial distractions of women and LOVE, four men think that a focus on study, self-improvement and celibacy is the key to personal success. But when a Princess and her three companions arrive, the allure of abstinence begins to evaporate…something’s gotta give. Relish the chance to bask in summer love with this early comedy of Shakespeare’s. This is a must-see production by the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival and directed by Sidonie Garrett. ESU members and friends are invited to this special evening on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Curtain is 8:00 pm.
This promises to be a spectacular production with lavish stage sets, colorful costumes, and featuring an all-star cast. Southmoreland Park is the perfect outdoor setting to bring Love’s Labour’s Lost to life and share a beautiful evening in the park with friends and family.
When: Wednesday, June 25, Curtain is 8:00 pm
Where: Southmoreland Park, just west of the Nelson-Atkins Museum.
Seats: We will have reserved seats near the stage at a discounted group price.
Tickets: We have arranged a group discount price of $22.00 per seat. Tickets will go on sale beginning May 12. Check our website on May 12th with details on how to purchase discounted tickets at www.esuus.org/kansascity
6:00 PM—Gates open.
6:30 and 7:15 PM—Pre-Show Parody: The Festival’s teen apprentice troupe called Team Shakespeare presents a hilarious parody of the Festival play. The parody will amuse both children and adults while helping them understand the plot of Love’s Labour’s Lost. You will find the performance between the Festival Gate and the seating area. Two performances: 6:30 or 7:15 PM.
7:00 PM–Show Talk: “Show Talk,” gives audiences an entertaining and educational preview of the play. Show Talk begins at 7:00 pm located near Festival entrance.
8:00 PM—This production runs approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.
Food Options—
A. You may bring your own picnic basket with food and drink items of your choice.
B. You may purchase food and beverages from the various vendors at the park.
C. Other snacks are available too…funnel cakes, kettle corn, soft drinks, bottled water and more!
Parking: Allow yourself plenty of time to park and walk to the Festival’s entrance.
Carpooling: If anyone wants to use their car to carpool to reduce the number of cars, let us know and we will pass along information so members can contact the carpool drivers to make pick up arrangements.
Weather: It’s usually very pleasant in the park by showtime. Watch forecasts and plan accordingly.
Friends of ESU and Guests: If you have friends or relatives who would like to join our group at the discounted price, please feel free to invite them.
Questions?: Call Ben Martin at (816) 522-8387. We hope to see you on June 25th at Southmoreland Park!