Labor Day weekend brings a range of free arts activities to Chincoteague, beginning with storytelling on Friday and winding up with the annual performance of Shakespeare in the Park on Sunday.
The theme of this month’s Story Swap on Friday, August 30, is “Local Folklore.” Hear about the life of Ocraw Brinney, who was brought to the Eastern Shore as a slave and became a major Island landowner, about the legend of the Fairy Stones, and about other local characters and happenings. Everyone is invited to share a story or just listen. Admission and refreshments are free and doors open at 6:30 pm at Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, 6309 Church Street.
On Sunday, September 1, at 7:30 pm, the Brown Box Theatre Project returns to Chincoteague with its largest and most ambitious production yet: Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure.
What happens when corruption reaches the highest level of court? Explore the price of principle, and witness what happens when the law is bent by those who serve to uphold it. A duke in disguise leaves the fate of his people in the hands of a ruthless judge. A loyal sister is faced with an important decision: save the life of her brother, or uphold her honor? Join us for Shakespeare’s timeless tale of deception, virtue, and honor.
Co-sponsored by CCA and CIAO, the performance is in Robert Reed downtown waterfront park so bring a chair or blanket. Christ United Methodist Church Hall is the backup location in case of rain. Thanks to these generous local businesses for making Shakespeare in the Park possible:
Long & Foster/Chincoteague Resort Vacations, Flagship Cinema, Somerset Regional and Pocomoke Animal Hospitals, Poseidon’s Pantry, The Art Garage, H&H Pharmacy, Harbour Realty, Refuge Inn, Sundial Books, and Taylor Bank.
Earlier on Sunday, from 2-4 pm, visit CCA’s Kitchen Gallery for works by local artists on the theme “Wings and Wildlife. And in between, on Saturday, August 31, from 9 am to 1 pm visit the Island Farmers & Artisans Market at CCA for a great selection of locally produced seafood, meats, vegetables and plants, plus a wide selection of arts and crafts, including jewelry, paintings, pony photos, woodwork and home decor. Enjoy live music by Ally Tarwater while you shop. The market continues through October 5.
For more information, visit Chincoteagueca.org
