How Shakespeare Saved My Life
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In the Red Bull Theater production of HOW SHAKESPEARE SAVED MY LIFE, Jacob Ming-Trent dares to rescue himself from the “slings and arrows” of his past. Born with a gift for poetry but rejected as unfit to play the part of the poet, Ming-Trent invites us to take a deep dive into the crevices of his youth. His search for home is relentless, and the results are by turns hilarious and tragic. Calling on the Bard and a host of genius rappers, half-crazed preachers, and soulful poets to throw him a lifeline, he takes us on a propulsive ride that reaffirms the power of language. It all adds up to one man’s attempt to reclaim his life, and through that journey we connect to the deeper parts of ourselves, and, ultimately, to each other. Directed by Tony Taccone.A Red Bull Theater production, co-presented by The Public Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theatre and Folger Theatre.
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September 27, 2026 - October 25, 2026
Wheelchair seating, assistive listening devices, loopSystem, handheld captions, sign language interpretations, and prerecorded audio description are always available.
For Show Times, see Performance Schedule above.
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(212) 967-7555FM radio assistive listening systems and headsets with induction neck-loops are available.
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(212) 967-7555Use the standard ticket button to purchase tickets.
Upon request by calling or emailing accessibility@publictheater.org 2 weeks before.
Use the standard ticket button to purchase tickets.
(212) 967-7555Upon request by calling or emailing accessibility@publictheater.org 2 weeks before.
Use the standard ticket button to purchase tickets.
(212) 967-7555Upon request by calling or emailing accessibility@publictheater.org 2 weeks before.
Use the standard ticket button to purchase tickets.
(212) 967-7555
Theatre Details
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Public Theater
425 Lafayette St
New York, NY 10003
Public Transportation
By Subway: 6 to Astor Place; R/W to 8th St/NYU
Additional Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Info: Access for wheelchair users and individuals with limited mobility is available. Box office needs advance notice so that seats can be removed.
Elevator/Escalator: Elevator: Attended. Accesses all floors
Curb Ramps: Outside main entrance
Entrance: Six steps or machine lift to main floor lobby. Handrails and ramps are available. Entrance marked by large signs.
Box Office: Lobby. Counter 42"
Restroom: Accessible restrooms are located on the Lobby level only. Companion care restrooms are available upon request by speaking to a staff member. Unisex: Main floor. Door 35.5". Clear space 61"x 54". Commode 18". Grab bars
Water Fountain: Main floor. Spout 36"
Assisted Listening System: Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. FM radio assistive listening systems are installed in all of our theaters, and headsets may be used at any seat. Headsets with induction neck-loops are available for patrons who use hearing aids and cochlear implants with a "T" switch. Ask your audiologist whether your hearing aid or cochlear implant has a "T" switch (telecoil) and how to use it with an assistive listening headset.
Visual Assistance: Large Print Playbills are available at all Public and Delacorte Theater season performances one week after the production has officially opened. Braille Playbills are available at all Public and Delacorte Theater season performances one week after the production has officially opened. Both large print and Braille may be obtained from the house manager or ticket taker upon entering the theater of your attending performance.