BOISE — A group called Boise Bard Players uses various venues across the Treasure Valley to bring Shakespeare to the masses at an affordable price.
- Tickets are under $20.
- BBP says it strives to pay its actors a livable wage
- All actors are local
- More information on tickets and shows can be found at Boisebardplayers.org.
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Bringing the Bard to the masses. I’m senior reporter Roland Beres and I’m introducing you today to a group called the boise bard players. They are a group that brings affordable Shakespeare to the Treasure Valley while paying their actors a livable wage.
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The groups creator says what started as a college dream, has turned into a professional troupe with the goal of making acting a sustainable job while keeping ticket prices affordable.
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For more info on the tickets that are still available and next season’s performances, go to boise bard players dot org. In boise I’m sr. reporter Roland Beres Idaho news six.