The University of Central Florida is excited to partner with Central Florida's classical professional theater, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater. In its capacity as a professional theater utilizing actors, directors and designers from across the nation, Orlando Shakes creates a hallmark of artistic excellence for Orlando and offers an unusually fine cultural opportunity for our citizens and guests.

The partnership between UCF and the Theater is multifaceted. As well as supporting the theater on philosophical grounds and designating representatives to the Festival's Board of Directors, the University of Central Florida provides a portion of the fiscal underpinnings of Orlando Shakes. The Orlando Shakespeare Theater's Artistic Director also teaches classes and serves as a faculty member for UCF Conservatory Theatre.

In return, the Theater provides a thriving MFA and internship program which gives UCF students the opportunity to fulfill UCF undergraduate BFA requirements. UCF Faculty and students have also had the chance to participate as actors, designers, and directors for various festival projects, adding professional credits to their university experience.

University of Central Florida students, faculty, alumni and administrators have donated their time, energy and money to the Theater, and for that, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater, in partnership with UCF, is truly appreciative.