Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

“Why sir, I pray, are not the streets as free for me as for you?”

William Shakespeare, The Taming of the Shrew

It is the policy and commitment of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Financial Accessibility

For those who seek to enjoy our work but who have limited financial resources, we offer several options for attending performances at almost no cost.  A number of Pay What You Will seats are available for every performance on our Main Stage. 30 Under 30 tickets are available for those age 30 and under. Drew theatre students can attend for free.  All other students are eligible for significant student discounts. Other discount offers are advertised widely, including discounts for members of THIRTEEN, military veterans, and ArtPride’s Families First Discovery Pass Program. Special discounts are provided throughout the season for a variety of shows for a variety of prices.  Our Shakespeare LIVE! tours are offered free of charge or at highly discounted rates for economically-challenged schools with the help of funding from the NEA/Arts Midwest Shakespeare in American Communities program.  

Physical Accessibility

We endeavor to ensure physical accessibility to our work, both in terms of artists and audience members.  Click here to access information regarding all of our accessibility services, programs, and features.