The Taming of the Shrew January 21, 2011

PRODUCER: Marin Shakespeare Company
WHAT: "The Taming of the Shrew"
By William Shakespeare
Shakespeare's feistiest lovers cast off in this swashbuckling version of the “The Taming of the Shrew.” This mad, romantic, seafaring romp will appeal to all ages with its “Pirates of the Caribbean” setting.
Featuring Cat Thompson as Kate and Darren Bridgett as Petruchio.
Directed by Robert Currier.
WHEN: Opening July 24 to Sept. 26, 2010
Previews are July 16 & 18, 2010
Performances at 8 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays; 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sundays.
See complete schedule including previews, repertory performances and special events at www.marinshakespeare.org
WHERE: Forest Meadows Amphitheatre
1475 Grand Avenue, Dominican University of California, San Rafael, Calif.
TICKETS: $20 to $35
BOX OFFICE: 415-499-4488
WEBSITE: www.marinshakespeare.org
SEASON VIDEO: http://animoto.com/play/y71QY4O00wbAdDsPiqm1YA
Free onsite parking. Located near public transit. Comfortable bench seating. Theater opens one hour prior to show time for picnicking. Bring your own picnic or purchase snacks at the Theatre Café. Warm clothing, jackets, blankets recommended for evening performances. Call box office for special parking needs.
THE TAMING OF THE SHREW CAST: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW: Katharina - Cat Thompson,* Petruchio - Darren Bridgett,* Baptista - Stephen Klum,* Bianca - Alexandra Matthew,* Widow - Camilla Ford, Hortensio - Paul Stout, Gremio - Julian Lopez-Morillas,* Lucentio - William Elsman,* Tranio - Mark Robinson,* Biondello – Melissa Arleth, Grumio - Lucas McClure,* Sly / Pedant - Gary Grossman.
Marin Shakespeare Company is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Shrew
8 p.m. Friday, July 16 – “Pay What You Will” Preview
4 p.m. Sunday, July 18 – Preview
8 p.m. Sunday, July 18 – Preview
8 p.m. Saturday, July 24 – Shakespeare dinner at 6:30pm
4 p.m. Sunday, July 25
8 p.m. Friday, July 30 – Pre-show conversation
8 p.m. Sunday, August 1
8 p.m. Saturday, August 7
4 p.m. Sunday, August 8
8 p.m. Friday, August 13 – Pre-show conversation
8 p.m. Sunday, August 15
8 p.m. Sunday, August 22
8 p.m. Friday, August 27 – Pre-show conversation
8 p.m. Sunday, August 29 – Post-show Q&A
8 p.m. Friday, September 3 – Pre-show conversation
8 p.m. Saturday, September 4 – Shakespeare dinner at 6:30pm
11 a.m. Friday, September 10 – Student matinee
8 p.m. Friday, September 10 – Pre-show conversation
8 p.m. Sunday, September 12
11 a.m. Friday, September 17 – Student matinee
8 p.m. Saturday, September 18
11 a.m. Friday, September 24 – Student matinee
8 p.m. Friday, September 24 – Pre-show conversation
5 p.m. Sunday, September 26