Tonight in Central Park: Sandra Oh Stars as Olivia in Shakespeare in the Park’s Twelfth Night

Central Park, New York - Award-winning actress Sandra Oh takes the Delacorte stage tonight, August 28, 2025, at 8 PM as Countess Olivia in the Public Theater’s free production of Twelfth Night, part of Shakespeare in the Park’s post-renovation season.

Directed by Saheem Ali, this star-studded revival marks the company’s return to the freshly refurbished Delacorte Theater following an $85 million restoration. Oh, whose credits include Grey’s Anatomy and Killing Eve, brings a blend of vulnerability and wit to Olivia, a noblewoman recovering from loss who unexpectedly falls for Viola, disguised as Cesario. Early reviews have singled out Oh’s performance as a highlight: Vulture praised her “radiant charm” and “grounded” portrayal that “captures the essence of the play’s joy without resorting to gimmicks”.

Tonight’s performance joins a series of free outdoor Shakespeare productions that have drawn thousands of New Yorkers and visitors alike. Entry is first-come, first-served, with lines forming along the park’s West Drive beginning hours before curtain. Ushers on site encourage arriving early to secure seating on the festival’s sprawling lawns.

Critics and audiences anticipate that Oh’s evening at the park will underscore both her dramatic range and the communal spirit of this beloved summer tradition. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time theatergoer, her turn as Olivia promises to be one of the season’s most talked-about performances.