JANUARY 2010
Much Ado About Nothing
By William Shakespeare
Directed By Katie Logan
Directed By Katie Logan
A razor-sharp comedy from literature’s greatest wit, Much Ado About Nothing resounds with fast paced humor, and revels in the joys of language and love. What begins as a venomous battle of wits between verbal rivals Beatrice and Benedick becomes, in Shakespeare’s hands, a poignant contemplation of gender, humor, deception, and faith. Amidst sensational verbal sparring, crackling sexual tension, abuse of the English language, love lost, love found, laughter, and tears, Much Ado is a roaring romantic comedy, sure to leave audiences hungry for more.
MAY 2010
Miscalled Simplicity
A Showcase of Shakespearean Scenes and Sonnets
Directed By Elizabeth Nearing
For
Empty Chair's First Annual Benefit Series the Miscalled Simplicty
showcase is a study of Shakespearean women and their relevance in
today's culture. Four actors will delve into moments of strength,
resilience and independence found in Shakespeare's work. The
performance includes selections from King John, Measure for Measure,
Comedy of Errors and many of the sonnets. The showcase will be a part of Virginia Minds Wide Open-click the logo to find out more!
A Showcase of Shakespearean Scenes and Sonnets
Directed By Elizabeth Nearing
For
Empty Chair's First Annual Benefit Series the Miscalled Simplicty
showcase is a study of Shakespearean women and their relevance in
today's culture. Four actors will delve into moments of strength,
resilience and independence found in Shakespeare's work. The
performance includes selections from King John, Measure for Measure,
Comedy of Errors and many of the sonnets. The showcase will be a part of Virginia Minds Wide Open-click the logo to find out more!
JULY 2010
A Midsummer Night's Dream
By William Shakespeare
Directed By Elizabeth Nearing
Directed By Elizabeth Nearing
Perhaps the most celebrated comedy penned by William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night’s Dream has been and will certainly remain an audience favorite. But beyond its reputation, the play is a stunning comic masterpiece, a spectacular voyage through fantasy, love, and farce. The story tracks the intertwined lives of four reckless Athenian lovers, a group of “rude mechanicals” desperate for theatrical success, and the supernatural world of the warring Fairy King and Queen. Bound to please, Midsummer is a plunge into a wild, rich, Shakespearean dream not to be missed. Richard II
By William Shakespeare
Directed By Natasha Solomon
The politically-charged historical
drama of Richard II follows the fall of King Richard of England
and the rise of his successor, Henry Bolingbroke, as the two battle
for the 13th century English throne. The play weaves together
the histories of these two figures with rich poetry and disruptive political themes to create
a tapestry like no other in Shakespeare's works. Briefly banned in Shakespeare’s
lifetime for hitting too close to home, Richard
remains an achingly relevant chronicle, and a captivating glimpse into
the rise and fall of kings.