Fat Ham

A Canadian Stage Production

A bold and hilarious reimagining of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy

After a ghostly visit from his recently deceased father, Juicy must throw a cookout to celebrate his mother’s remarriage to his late father’s brother. Striking an eerie resemblance to that classic tale, Juicy must grapple with familial tensions, a quest for justice, and his own identity as he determines his next move. Fat Ham infuses Shakespeare’s Hamlet with laugh-out-loud humour, heart, and a soundtrack that will have everyone moving.

Hot and sizzling... A raucous flat-out hilarious comedy...Fat Ham is a revelation. – The New York Times

Cheeky, clever... Newly minted Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames turns the revenge play on its proverbial ear – New York Stage Review

Feb 15 - Mar 9, 2025

Canadian Premiere

Berkeley Street Theatre
(26 Berkeley Street)
Subscription Series Theatre
USA
Runtime: Approx. 1.5 hours with no intermission
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