As usual, Shakespeare said it best.

“I am to wait, though waiting so be hell.”

Hundreds of some of the Bard’s biggest fans have been suffering through crazy lines, sweltering heat and exhaustion every day this summer for the slim chance of snatching a coveted ticket for the return of “Shakespeare in the Park.” 7

More than 400 people swarmed outside the Delacorte Theater in Central Park alone Friday, many beating the sunrise and even the park opening to secure spots for an 8 p.m. performance of “Twelfth Night” starring Peter Dinklage and Sandra Oh.

“It’s worth it,” said Alex Courtney, 38, a welder from Philadelphia, who took the day off work to sink 12 hours in line to grab a pair of tickets for himself and his wife.

Courtney secured the very first spot in line by arriving outsi

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