Jackson held its first-ever Renaissance arts festival, a brand-new event that invited the community to "take a step back in time."
Shakesfest
Hub City Theatre Company hosted the event, called Shakesfest, at the AMP at the market in downtown Jackson. WBBJ-TV described it as a blend of local history and handmade crafts, with local makers and unique festival food.
What families could do
The festival gave families several ways to take part. There were costume contests and stick horse races, the kind of activities that suit a Renaissance fair and keep younger visitors engaged. Local makers set up with handmade goods, and food vendors offered festival fare.
The main event
The centerpiece was live performances of William Shakespeare's Hamlet. Staging one of Shakespeare's best-known tragedies outdoors at the AMP gave the festival its anchor.
WBBJ's report did not give the performance times, ticket details or plans for future festivals, so readers should check with Hub City Theatre Company for any announcement about next year. Shakesfest was billed as new, and its debut adds another seasonal arts event to the downtown calendar.
Sources: WBBJ-TV