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Shakespeare’s Magical Comic Masterpiece
Oct 04 - Oct 27, 2024
Hanna Theatre, Playhouse Square
Run Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes (including intermission)
By William Shakespeare
In a modern verse translation by Jeff Whitty
In partnership with Play On Shakespeare
Directed by Sara Bruner
The woods are the stage for a hilarious whirlwind of mismatched love, mischievous fairies and theatrical blundering. Shakespeare weaves a comedic tapestry where love’s arrows fly wild, mistaken identities create chaos and laughter reigns supreme. Transformed hearts and second chances dance under the moonlight, casting a spell that resonates with audiences across generations.
Play On About Us Statement
Play On Shakespeare is a non-profit company promoting and creating contemporary modern translations of Shakespeare’s plays. Play On Shakespeare partners with artists and organizations across the globe to deliver and advocate for these translations through theatrical productions, podcasts, and publications. For more information, visit playonshakespeare.org. Play On Shakespeare is made possible through generous support of the Hitz Foundation.
FOR EDUCATORS: Please visit our Play On Shakespeare page to get more information about this production.
All patrons must have a ticket. Only children age two and older will be admitted to Great Lakes Theater performances. All ticket sales are final. There are no refunds unless Great Lakes Theater cancels a performance. (Should a cancellation occur, notification and ticketing options will be sent via email as soon as possible before the affected performance.) Plays, players, directors, and dates are subject to change. We do not provide refunds for inclement weather.
Great Lakes Theater programming is supported in part by the Ohio Arts Council, which receives support from the State of Ohio and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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