I Hate Hamlet

by Paul Rudnick

October 4 - 12, 2024

Hilberry Gateway - the STUDIO

Directed by Frannie Shepherd-Bates

About the show: This comedic masterpiece explores the clash between Hollywood and classical theatre. Follow Andrew Rally, a TV actor reluctantly preparing to play Hamlet in Central Park. When he moves into John Barrymore's former apartment, he encounters the ghost of Barrymore, adding a supernatural twist to his struggle. Filled with uproarious moments and clever dialogue, this play is a rollercoaster of laughs, drama, and unexpected twists. Join us for an evening of comedic genius as we navigate the complexities of acting, love, and the timeless question – to Hamlet or not to Hamlet?

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Plan Your Visit

Hilberry Gateway
4715 Cass Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202

 
(At the corner of Cass Avenue and W. Forest Avenue)

Accessibility

Entrance: Guests attending performances in the Hilberry Gateway should enter via the doors on Cass Avenue
Seating: Wheelchair-accessible seating is available on our ticketing website. 
Restrooms: details coming soon
Lift: details coming soon
Hearing Impaired Accommodations: 
We provide headsets for our hearing-impaired guests at all season performances. Headsets are available at our box office.

Parking

Street parking is available in the vicinity of the Hilberry Gateway. Download the Park Detroit mobile app for convenient payment options for street parking. Please be vigilant of the posted street signs. If street parking is unavailable, we recommend using one of the following paid lots:

  • Park N Lock (located on Cass Avenue between Forest and Hancock)
  • Surface lot on the corner of Hancock and Cass
  • Surface lot on Forest between Cass and Woodward
  • WSU Parking Structure 8, located at 91 West Forest between Woodward and Cass

Parking rates vary.