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This event is in the past.It took place on March 1, 2026 at Berkeley Repertory Theatre.

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How Shakespeare Saved My Life

Downtown Berkeley

Jacob Ming-Trent weaves Shakespeare, poetry, and hip-hop icons into an autobiographical journey of reclaiming voice and identity. Hilarious, heartbreaking, and transcendent in equal measure.

One-person show
Autobiographical performance
Intimate theater
Poetry meets hip-hop

Tips

🎭Peet's Theatre offers intimate, close-up seating
💬stick around for the post-show discussion
🤝co-produced with Folger Theatre and Red Bull Theater

Berkeley Repertory Theatre

2025 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

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