Much Ado About Nothing June 2-18, 2023

Directed by Jen Biancalana

The war is over! It’s time to eat, drink and bask in the Italian summer sun! It’s the perfect time for love to blossom, for some. The confident outspoken Benedick and the headstrong witty Beatrice would rather exchange scorching insults than whisper sweet words of love. Their family and friends however have a few tricks up their sleeve to help these two self-proclaimed bachelors fall into a mountain of affection! However amidst the light hearted shenanigans, dastardly plots are unfolding. Amidst the deception, will true love prevail?. Five actors come together to bring William Shakespeare’s fast-moving, energetic and heartfelt comedy to life! 

Cast

Alex Delzell

Rosie Frater

Dana Hunt

Allie Norby

Madison Scarborough

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Sept. 22-Oct. 01

Directed by John Langdon

When Egeus demands that his daughter marry a particular mate of his choosing despite her love for another, he also calls on the ancient Athenian Law to put Hermia to death if she will not bow to her father’s will. When she refuses, Duke Theseus gives her only a few days to consider her fate. The standoff sets in motion one of Shakespeare’s most enduring and beloved comedies.

A group of mishap players plan to mount an entertainment for the Duke’s own wedding to his conquered Amazon warrior fiancee, Hippolyta. The fairy king and queen remain at war over a stolen prince, and society and circumstance contrive to cross young couples’ stars while magic and mischief conspire to bring lovers together. One of Shakespeare’s greatest works, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is fun, funny and poignant, offering a little bit of everything and something wonderful for everyone.

Cast

Theseus/Oberon- George Alexander Kabling

Hippolyta/Titania- Joe Ayers

Hermia- Lizzy Bies

Lysandra- Kirsten Joyce

Demetrius- Peter Rogers

Helena- Tina Traboulsi

Peter Quince- Aidan Cumming

Nick Bottom- Dana Hunt

Francis Flute- Jean Collin Cameron

Tom Snout/Cobweb- Regielyn Padua

Snug/Mustardseed- Kai Dove

Robin Starveling/Moth- Yelena Segal

Robin “Puck” Goodfellow- Sarah Dunnavant

Thank you all who auditioned for this year’s Shakespeare Festival and sharing your talents with us!

Petaluma Shakespeare needs volunteers!

There are lots of volunteer opportunities.

On performance nights we need ushers, concessions, and all kinds of audience services.

For behind the scenes production support we need help with costume construction, set construction, props, general production assistance, etc.

Email the Artistic Director what you are interested in

kristina@petalumashakespeare.org 

Shakespeare’s Heartbeat

Shakespeare’s Heartbeat comes to Sonoma County!

Are you hoping to give the young people in your life a fun way to grow while connecting with others? The Zoom-based Shakespeare’s Heartbeat classes from Eureka Street Learning might fill the bill.

Shakespeare’s Heartbeat is an active class that uses the heartbeat rhythm of Shakespeare’s words and the physicality of his characters to develop communication and life skills. This program is designed for people with autism but is fun and beneficial for everyone. Studies show that Shakespeare’s Heartbeat improves:

Classes are available for middle- and high-school students. Adult classes will be coming soon.

To find out about joining one of the Zoom-based Shakespeare’s Heartbeat classes, please email Eureka Street Learning at info@eureka-street.com.