Photos by Andy Berkovsky: Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare, City Theatre, June 13 - July 7, 2013

Photos by Andy Berkovsky for the

Nikki Zook, Kevin Gates (photo: Andy Berkovsky)

 




production of 

Much Ado About Nothing

by William Shakespeare

directed by Bridget Fairas,

June 13 - July 7, 2013

Thursdays - Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 5:30 p.m.

(3823 Airport Rd. at 38 1/2 St., behind the Shell station)
 

Shakespeare’s Sublime Battle of Wits and Wills.

Considered one of the most popular and charming comedies, Much Ado About Nothing features the classic couple Benedick, an arrogant and confirmed bachelor, and Beatrice, his favorite sparring partner, who would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings. However, the pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor, and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators as well? Witty wordplay, passionate poetry and clever plot twists make this the perfect romantic evening to share love and laughter.

(photo: Andy Berkovsky)

Click to view additional, larger photos at AustinLiveTheatre.com. . . .

Funding Appeal: Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare, City Theatre, June 13 - July 7, 2013

An Indiegogo appeal for contributions to help compensate the cast of 19 for the










production of



by William Shakespeare
directed by Bridget Fairas
June 13 - July 7, 2013
Thursdays - Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 5:30 p.m.
(3823 Airport Rd. at 38 1/2 St., behind the Shell station)

Shakespeare’s Sublime Battle of Wits and Wills. 

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Considered one of the most popular and charming comedies, Much Ado About Nothing features the classic couple Benedick, an arrogant and confirmed bachelor, and Beatrice, his favorite sparring partner, who would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings. However, the pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor, and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators as well? Witty wordplay, passionate poetry and clever plot twists make this the perfect romantic evening to share love and laughter.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING by William Shakespeare, City Theatre, June 13 - July 7, 2013

(3823 Airport Rd. at 38 1/2 St., behind the Shell station)

presents

Much Ado About Nothing

by William Shakespeare

directed by Bridget Fairas

June 13 - July 7, 2013

Thursdays - Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 5:30 p.m.

Shakespeare’s Sublime Battle of Wits and Wills.

Considered one of the most popular and charming comedies, Much Ado About Nothing features the classic couple Benedick, an arrogant and confirmed bachelor, and Beatrice, his favorite sparring partner, who would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings. However, the pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor, and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. 

Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators as well? Witty wordplay, passionate poetry and clever plot twists make this the perfect romantic evening to share love and laughter.

THE CAST

Don Pedro- Tyler Haggard
Don John- Heath Thompson
Claudio- Clay Avery
Benedick- Kevin Gates
Beatrice- Nikki Zook
Leonato- Mick D'Arcy
Antonia- Tracy Hurd
Balthasar- Chris Casey
Conrade- Maggie Bell
Borachio- Stephen Cook
Friar Francis- Casey Weed
Dogberry- Robert Deike
Verges- Toni Baum
First Watchman- Darren Scharf
Second Watchman- Eva McQuade
Sexton- Leigh Hegedus
Hero- Laura Ray
Margaret- Terah Zolman
Ursula- Leanna Holmquist
Messenger- Lindsay Palinsky

(Click to go to the AustinLiveTheatre front page)

Auditions for Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare, City Theatre, March 17 and 18, 2013

City Theatre CASTING CALL--- Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare’s Sublime Battle of Wits and Wills. Casting all roles. 


Sunday, March 17 and Monday, March 18 at The City Theatre. 3823 Airport Blvd. Suite D. Austin, TX 78722 

Times: Sunday 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. and Monday 6:00 – 9:30 p.m. Ten minute slots by appointment. Show dates: June 13 – July 4 with rehearsals starting the beginning of April. 

Considered one of Shakespeare’s most popular and charming comedies, Much Ado about Nothing features the classic couple Benedick, an arrogant and confirmed bachelor, and Beatrice, his favorite sparring partner, who would rather exchange scorching insults than sweet nothings. 

The pugnacious pair is forced to forge a partnership in order to defend house and honor, and salvage the true love of Hero and Claudio after deceptions destroy the lovers’ wedding day. Will the earnest endeavor to restore a young romance elicit an unexpected change of heart for the effort’s unlikely collaborators as well? Witty wordplay, passionate poetry and clever plot twists make this the perfect romantic evening to share love and laughter. 

Bring headshot, resume and a one-minute prepared Shakespeare monologue. Scenes may also be performed. 512-524-2870 or info@citytheatreaustin.org to set up an appt. For more audition details, go to www.citytheatreaustin.org

Auditions in Wimberley for Youth Production of Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, EmilyAnn Theatre, May 12

The EmilyAnn Theatre in Wimberley announces Shakespeare Under the Stars auditions on Saturday, May 12 for the 2012 Production of Much Ado About Nothing.  Click here to download the application form.

Shakespeare Under the Stars is a unique educational program that offers students age 12 through graduating high school seniors the opportunity to study and perform one of Shakespeare's plays. Please email Bridget Farias at bridget[AT]emilyann.org to set up an audition time. Rehearsals and program begin July 2. Performances are July 30 - August 11.  Click here for more information about the program.

 

The EmilyAnn Theatre was founded to provide a permanent home for Shakespeare Under the Stars (SUS), now in its 23rd season (and its 14th season at the EmilyAnn). Shakespeare Under the Stars is a unique educational program for middle and high school students who study and perform one of Shakespeare's plays. Students audition in May and memorize their lines before they arrive in late July. All actors are of high school age or younger. 

Students also select an area of technical theatre (set construction, costuming, or lighting) on which to focus. College interns and theatre professionals mentor students in acting and the technical theatre areas. With guidance from the artistic director and interns, students collaborate in the construction of the costumes and sets. When not working on their assigned technical area, students rehearse with their director, working on acting and the understanding of Shakespeare's plays. The 6-week experience culminates with the production of 12 performances of full-length plays.

Upcoming: Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare, Cedar Park High School at the Curtain Theatre, November 11 - 12

Found on-line

Cedar Park High School Theatre Department

presents

Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"

When: Friday, 11 November 2011 @ 7:30 pm and Saturday, 12 November 2011 @ 7:30 pm pm

Where: The Curtain Theater, 7400 Coldwater Canyon, Austin (click for map)

Deadline for online ticket purchase: Noon, Thursday, 10 November 2011

Click to Purchase tickets on-line Ticket quantity can be updated at the cart screen.

Tickets may also be purchased at the event and at CPHS Theatre Department, Cedar Park High School.

Upcoming: Much Ado About Nothing, Present Company at Rain Lily Farm, March 24 - April 9

Found on-line:

SHAKESPEARE ON THE FARM!

Present Company produces

Much Ado About Nothing

by William Shakespeare

March 24 - April 9, Thursdays - Saturdays at 7 p.m.
Rain Lily Farm, 914 Shady Lane (click for map)
generously sponsored by Rain Lily Design and Landscaping
suggested donation: $10

Shakespeare on the Farm is taking place on the beautiful Rain Lily Farm at 914 Shady Lane, Austin, Texas, 78702. Seating is picnic-style, so bring a blanket, short chair, or pillow. There will be snacks and beverages provided by donation, but feel free to BYOB and food.
On-street parking is available.

Present Company is a family of artists and lunatics, of and for the community. Committed to breaking boundaries, forging connections, and evolving perspectives, Present Company produces innovative theatrical works of old and new in unexpected places, utilising the unique resources of Austin. Present Company aims to nurture the arts on a grassroots level through education and community activism, as solid foundations breed stronger communities. We strive to provide a glimpse of the infinite through our finite creations.

The founding Artistic Directors are Stephanie Carll, Raymond Wortel, Lindsay Doleshal, and Omid Ghorashi. Present Company is an evolving and revolving group of artists and individuals concerned with providing glimpses of the infinite through our finite creations. Abiding strictly by our policy, "Present Company Included," we firmly believe that we are the company we keep, and strive to surround ourselves with artists and individuals that expand our hearts and minds. Founded in Austin, Texas, Present Company's members span across the globe-from Austin to New York to Seattle to Denmark.

Auditions: Much Ado About Nothing, Present Company, February 7

Found on-line at www.austinactors.net, January 27:

Auditions for

Much Ado About Nothing
Posted: January 27, 2011

Present Company, Austin's newest home-grown, innovative theatre collective is seeking new company members for i's First Annual Shakespeare on the Farm production of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare, to be held at a beautiful organic farm just a five-minute drive from downtown Austin.

Auditions will be Monday, February 7th from 6:30-9:30pm at Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Road. (Click for map.) Call-backs will be Thursday 10th by appointment. Rehearsals will begin the following week, mostly focused on Saturday and Sunday morning/afternoons with weekday evening rehearsals scheduled around availability. Performance dates are Thurs-Sat evenings March 24th through April 9th, with the possibility of a Saturday or Sunday matinee.

Most actors will play multiple roles and casting will be mostly gender blind. Actors are asked to perform a 2 minute comedic Shakespearean monologue in prose or verse. Call backs will consist of sides from the play. Please submit a headshot and resume, prefered audition time, and the role(s) you would be most interested in to: presentcompanyaustin@gmail.com.

Walk-ins are also welcome and will be seen as time permits. Actors who play an instrument or sing are especially encouraged to attend.

We seek to fill the following roles: Benedick - Leonato - Don Pedro - Claudio/Sexton - Hero/1st Watch - Ursula/2nd Watch - Margaret/boy/messenger - Dogberry/lord - Borachio/messenger - Antonio/Friar Francis - Don John/Verges - Conrade/Balthazar

Contact: Present Company presentcompanyaustin@gmail.com

Upcoming: Much Ado About Nothing, TexArts Great Shakes, April 3 - 5

Received from Tex-Arts, Lakeway:

"Great Shakes" Teen Youth Theatre
does Much Ado About Nothing
April 3, 4 at 7:30 p.m.
April 5 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.

Shakespeare at Winedale 2009

Update: Click for ALT review of Richard III, Shakespeare at Winedale 2009, published August 4



From Shakespeare at Winedale, January 28:

Shakespeare in Winedale Summer 2009 Season Announced

We have an exciting spring and summer ahead of us!

Dr. James Loehlin, Director of Shakespeare at Winedale, announced the 2009 Summer season: Much Ado About Nothing, Richard III, and Cymbeline.

The summer season opens on Thursday, July 16th and closes Sunday, August 9, 2009. Make your reservations today so you don't miss out!

Performance calendar for Shakespeare at Winedale 2009