Upcoming Alumni Events

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The lecture will describe the influence Shakespeare has had through the centuries including the development of the English language, his contributions to what we think of as “the modern human,” and the importance of live theatre.

Kingsmen Park

Fridays through Sundays at 8 p.m., July 1-3, July 8-10, July 15-17

One of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies, As You Like It delivers a wild romantic comedy that plays with gender roles, politics and nature.

Festival grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for pre-show picnicking and entertainment.

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Using research-based applications and methods in the field of environmental chemistry, this lecture will explain water-related issues and their environmental and economic importance.

HyFlex (Thousand Oaks Campus and Zoom)

The Mughal Dynasty's reputation was derived from the iconic buildings the dynasty erected, the most famous of which is the Taj Mahal. In addition to creating a distinctive aesthetic, they were designed to enhance the political power of the rulers.

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It has been said that a good parasite will not kill its host (until it no longer needs it). We will discuss the effect of parasites on humans, insects, and other animals’ behaviors.

HyFlex (Thousand Oaks Campus and Zoom)

Hernán Cortés was daring, ruthless, cunning, and cruel. His mistress, Malinche, proved as essential as the spread of mysterious diseases to final victory. Gambling for the highest stakes, he lived only for a few chances to leave an impact on history.

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In this two-part lecture, we look at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, which was designed according to her personal and eccentric aesthetic, and the immense collection of works of art including pieces by Rembrandt, Edgar Degas, and many others.

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This lecture will explore the exuberant inventiveness of Gaudí’s work in architectural and interior design, in the context of the urban and social forces that shaped Barcelona during the turn of the century.

Kingsmen Park

Presented by “Puke & Snot,” the longest running two-man comedy act in U.S. renaissance festival history. This is a pay "What You Will" event to attend!

Kingsmen Park

Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m., July 23-24, Fridays through Sundays at 8 p.m., July 29-31, Aug 5-7

Macbeth will bring together sweeping battles, sardonic wit, occult mysteries and sublime poetry in a masterful tale of ruthless ambition — brought to life under the stars for Kingsmen’s 25th anniversary season.

Festival grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for pre-show picnicking and entertainment.