July 20: Shake on the Lake Presents The Tempest
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 2:00–3:30 PM (Performance) | 3:30–4:00 PM (Q&A with director Josh Rice)
Location: Rochester Folk Art Guild, 1445 Upper Hill Road, Middlesex, NY 14507
A Free Outdoor Performance for All Ages
Join us at the Rochester Folk Art Guild for a lively, family-friendly performance of Shakespeare’s The Tempest by Shake on the Lake! This fast-paced, interactive production brings the classic story to life with puppetry, live music, and plenty of surprises.
On a mysterious island filled with magical beings and shipwrecked travelers, the exiled sorcerer Prospero conjures a mighty storm to bring his enemies to shore. Will he seek revenge or choose forgiveness?
This performance is part of our Lecture on the Lawn series and is made possible by the Rochester Area Community Foundation and the Yates County Tourism Advisory Committee.
This free outdoor performance will take place rain or shine (will be moved indoors in case of rain). Guests are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket for seating. Donations are appreciated to help support future events.
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 2:00–3:30 PM (Performance) | 3:30–4:00 PM (Q&A with director Josh Rice)
Location: Rochester Folk Art Guild, 1445 Upper Hill Road, Middlesex, NY 14507
A Free Outdoor Performance for All Ages
Join us at the Rochester Folk Art Guild for a lively, family-friendly performance of Shakespeare’s The Tempest by Shake on the Lake! This fast-paced, interactive production brings the classic story to life with puppetry, live music, and plenty of surprises.
On a mysterious island filled with magical beings and shipwrecked travelers, the exiled sorcerer Prospero conjures a mighty storm to bring his enemies to shore. Will he seek revenge or choose forgiveness?
This performance is part of our Lecture on the Lawn series and is made possible by the Rochester Area Community Foundation and the Yates County Tourism Advisory Committee.
This free outdoor performance will take place rain or shine (will be moved indoors in case of rain). Guests are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket for seating. Donations are appreciated to help support future events.
Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 2:00–3:30 PM (Performance) | 3:30–4:00 PM (Q&A with director Josh Rice)
Location: Rochester Folk Art Guild, 1445 Upper Hill Road, Middlesex, NY 14507
A Free Outdoor Performance for All Ages
Join us at the Rochester Folk Art Guild for a lively, family-friendly performance of Shakespeare’s The Tempest by Shake on the Lake! This fast-paced, interactive production brings the classic story to life with puppetry, live music, and plenty of surprises.
On a mysterious island filled with magical beings and shipwrecked travelers, the exiled sorcerer Prospero conjures a mighty storm to bring his enemies to shore. Will he seek revenge or choose forgiveness?
This performance is part of our Lecture on the Lawn series and is made possible by the Rochester Area Community Foundation and the Yates County Tourism Advisory Committee.
This free outdoor performance will take place rain or shine (will be moved indoors in case of rain). Guests are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket for seating. Donations are appreciated to help support future events.
Q&A
Q: Do I need to register for the event?
A: Registration is free, but we encourage it to help us prepare for the crowd. You can register online in advance.
Q: What should I bring?
A: Bring your own chair or blanket for seating. This is an outdoor event, so please plan accordingly!
Q: Is the event still happening if it rains?
A: Yes! The show will go on rain or shine. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll move the performance indoors.
Q: Can I make a donation?
A: Donations are greatly appreciated! If you’d like to contribute, please know that all donations are 100% tax-deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Q: Is the event family-friendly?
A: Absolutely! This performance is perfect for all ages. Bring the whole family for an exciting afternoon of theater.
About Shake on the Lake
Shake on the Lake is a professional theater company based in Silver Lake, NY, dedicated to bringing high-quality outdoor performances to rural and underserved communities. Through their fun, family-friendly productions of Shakespeare and other works, they inspire and re-imagine community, blending education, creative placemaking, and accessible arts programming.
With a focus on sustainability, Shake on the Lake employs green production practices, such as recycling and refurbishing found materials, and performs in daylight to conserve energy. They also foster local talent by offering educational workshops for youth and promoting regional artists and businesses.
By combining great theater with community-driven values, Shake on the Lake creates performances that connect people, celebrate nature, and build stronger, more vibrant communities.
Learn more about Shake on the Lake at https://www.shakeonthelake.org/
About Josh Rice
Josh Rice is a multidisciplinary theater artist, specializing in puppetry and improvisation. As the co-founder and Producing Artistic Director of Shake on the Lake, he creates engaging, family-friendly productions that bring Shakespeare and other works to life with a mix of physical performance, puppetry, and live music. Josh is also the founder of the New York State Puppet Festival, a biennial event showcasing national and international puppetry artists.
In addition to his work as a director and performer, Josh is a full-time lecturer at the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University, where he teaches applied improv to STEM professionals. His diverse background and innovative approach to theater have earned him multiple grants, including support from the Jim Henson Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the New York State Council on the Arts.
Josh’s work is known for its playful yet impactful combination of humor, spectacle, and audience interaction, influenced by his lifelong love of wrestling, comedy, and improvisation.
Learn more about Josh’s work here: https://www.joshriceprojects.com/
