In a tragic fight between devotion and duty, obsession becomes a catalyst for war. Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo are Shakespeare’s fated lovers in Antony & Cleopatra, streaming next week on YouTube. | National Theatre

A love story. A tragedy. An epic blockbuster. The cast of Antony and Cleopatra tell us about Shakespeare's epic. | National Theatre

2.3M views · 17K reactions | 'Cleopatra's the ultimate icon.'  | National Theatre | Facebook

🎭 The Theatre of Ancient Egypt: Where Myth Became Performance 🇪🇬✨ Long before modern stages and spotlights, the ancient Egyptians created their own form of theatre—a powerful blend of storytelling, ritual, and living history. Their “performances” weren’t just entertainment; they were sacred events that connected people with the gods, the afterlife, and the cosmic battles that shaped their world. From dramatic reenactments of Osiris and Isis, to festival processions filled with music, dancers,

When you give to the Egyptian Theatre during Give DeKalb County on Thursday, May 1st, you’re giving to the heart of our entire community. In 2024, we were proud to host 160 events, including performances, fundraisers, and celebrations for 36 community organizations — 28 of them being fellow nonprofits! We welcomed over 56,000 patrons through our doors — from 42 states and 59 counties in Illinois. That’s not just a full house, that’s a full impact. Whether it’s the arts, downtown businesses, or o