THE COMPLETE WOMEN OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE ~ IN TWO PARTS
Two one-act plays with the Bard at their Heart.
One of the most fascinating mysteries dealing with William Shakespeare is the fact that he left his wife, Ann Hathaway, nothing but his "second best bed." This odd bequest has puzzled biographers for centuries. The play opens as several gossipy neighbors visit Anne's cottage. They already know of the bequest and are anxious to see Anne's reaction when she hears the news, which is about to be delivered by Shakespeare's two daughters, Judith and Susanna. The women are cheated out of their amusement by Anne's fierce faith in her husband, even though his wealth has been left to others. However, the bard was never one to leave things as they seem and by curtain time Anne has discovered just how greatly Will loved and needed her. It's a surprise ending that catches not only Anne unaware but the audience as well.
WHEN SHAKESPEARE'S LADIES MEET - by Charles George
Imagine the fun when six of Shakespeare's heroines get together to discuss the universal topic—love. Juliet has just fallen in love with Romeo and the other ladies of the Bard's imagination convene to enlighten her on the best method of conducting a romance.
Directed by Kate Schneider
The Cast Includes:
Second Best Bed:
Dorothy #1 - Patricia Sidman
Dorothy # 2 - Laura Blum
Virginia - Hope Garrett Cook
Marchette - Erica Jure
Nell - Shannon Kenast
Prudence - Catherine Arceneaux
Anne Hathaway - Nancy Dere
Susanna Shakespeare - Megan Connor
Judith Shakespeare - Anne Dronet
When Shakespeare's Ladies Meet:
Katherine #1 - Elaine Kibodeaux
Katherine #2 - Kay Manuel
Desdemona - Alicia Roberts
Juliet - Monique Arabie
Portia - Jan Erin Corzo
Ophelia - Erin Claire Couvillion
Cleopatra - Mitu Dasgupta
June 8th, 9th, 15th & 16th at 8:00pm
June 10th & 17th at 3:00pm
Theatre 810 ~810 Jefferson~ Downtown Lafayette ~
Tickets are available online here or by phone reservation at (337) 484-0172.
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