Theater & Outdoor Adventure at Bannerman Castle with Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival returns to Bannerman Island with a new production of William Shakespeare's, JULIUS CAESAR

A TIMELES ECPLORATION of power, loyalty, beauty and betrayal, Julius Caesar delves deep into the tensions between personal integrity and public duty. In Ruz Golden’s swift and physical production, featuring a cast of six brilliant young actors from HVS Conservancy Company, Shakespeare’s political thriller feels more potent and relevant than ever.

The play is about 90 minutes Duration

• Be there 30 minutes before your scheduled time to depart on the RV Estuary Steward to Bannerman Island.

About

The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. and Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival are proud to present this new production of JULIUS CAESAR. William Shakespeare’s

Julius Caesar

Directed by Raz Golden

September 11, 12 13, 2025

“Cowards die many times before their deaths; The valiant never taste of death but once.”

A timeless exploration of power, loyalty, and betrayal, Julius Caesar delves deep into the tensions between personal integrity and public duty. In Raz Golden’s swift and physical production, featuring a cast of seven brilliant young actors from the HVS Conservatory Company, Shakespeare’s political thriller is reimagined as a powerful meditation on the price of political ambition and the perils of idealism in a corrupt world.

things TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR TRIP TO BANNERMAN ISLAND

• There are 72 steps to get from the dock to the historic trail and event space on Bannerman Islands, we are not ADA Accessible. -There are 2 boats going to Bannerman Island for 1 performance of Julius Caesar.
• If you are on the first boat, you will receive a tour of Bannerman Island before the play starts.
• If you are on the 2nd boat, our tour guides will give you a walk around the historic trails to see the buildings. After the play has ended, the first boat will return to the Beacon dock. The 2nd boat will be given a lecture about Bannerman Island until the boat returns to take you back to Beacon.
• Please check the weather and wear the appropriate clothing.
• No outside food or drinks are allowed on the island for Theatrical performances and movies. We have a fully stocked concession stand and Bannerman island gift shop.
• Alcohol and smoking (of any kind) are not permitted on Bannerman Island.
• Only service dogs that are defined by the ADA are allowed.