Good Will
Directed by: Grant Turner
September 23 - October 2, 2011
Tells the chronological story of Shakespeare's life from his birth in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564 to his death in 1616, highlighting such events as: his arrival in London in 1592, his debut at the Globe Theatre in 1599, and the publishing of the sonnets in 1609. The show is comprised of Shakespeare's own writings, anecdotal stories, and historical facts. Features over 20 speeches from the plays, including "To be or not to be", "All the world's a stage", and "Friends, Romans, countrymen" among others.
King John
Directed by: Elizabeth Huffman
October 14 - November 13, 2011
Detonated by back room machinations and meddling religious fervor, an epic power play rages between France and the new King of England. This bloody tale explores the complex and unforgiving power wielded by mothers upon their sons who struggle to lead with honor and rule in peace. O! where hath our intelligence been drunk? Where hath it slept?
Hamlet
Directed by: Alana Byington
December 16, 2011 - January 22, 2012
In the most powerful and influential tragedy in the English language, Hamlet wrestles with how to act in a corrupt world. This twisty, tragic tale wrestles with madness, revenge, sex, and treachery in an ominous land of fog and ghosts. But break, my heart, for I must hold my tongue.
Much Ado about Nothing
Directed by: David Sikking
March 16 - April 22, 2012
Beach boys, bikinis, and the Bard! Catch a wave with Beatrice and Benedick for fun in the Messina sun. It is 1965 and it's the girls against the guys - just as close as they can get! A melange of muscles, music and mirth. In swingin' color! Sigh no more, ladies, sigh no more - men were deceivers ever. One foot in sea and one on shore, to one thing constant never.
Measure for Measure
Directed by: Butch Flowers
June 22 - July 15, 2012
Shakespeare’s last comedy tackles the disruptive but unquenchable influence of sex in society as a brother faces execution for having sex and his sister vows to see him die rather than surrender her virginity. Does your worship mean to geld and spay all the youth of the city?
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