The Around Dublin Blog is proud to announce that Shakespeare’s Associates recently announced the addition of our very own John Zukoski to its board of directors. Shakespeare’s Associates is non-profit organization that is committed to producing and supporting professional theater events accessible to and fully integrated with the Tri-Valley and the Greater Bay Area. It aims to become the Oregon Shakespeare Festival of California, attracting thousands of visitors to the Livermore Valley Wine Country to enjoy the arts, wine, and community in the open space.

The program focus of Shakespeare’s Associates centers around its renowned outdoor summer Livermore Shakespeare Festival at Concannon Vineyard. Using professional artists and working from Shakespeare’s First Folio texts, Shakespeare’s Associates creates an unforgettable outdoor experience in performance arts for the audience. In addition, Shakespeare’s Associates produces indoor professional theater at other venues in Livermore including the Bankhead Theatre and the Bothwell Arts Center. “John has a vibrant personality and a keen interest in creating a great community here,” Chairman of the Board Dr. Philip Manwell said. “We’re all looking forward to working with him.”

John is joining a nine-person board just in time to help produce Romeo & Juliet and the Real Thing. Performances at Concannon Vineyard will start on July 8th and run until August 7th. Tickets range from $25 to $39, with discounts for seniors and others. For tickets and information please call (800)838-3006 or visit LivermoreShakes.org.