Taming of the Shrew

Join us for a refreshing take on Shakespeare's classic Taming of the Shrew, directed by Jonathan Lowery! 📅 Set in 2015, this adaptation highlights the evolution of gender roles and relationships, offering a striking contrast to Shakespeare's original context from 400 years ago.

In this version, we follow Katherine, an unwed woman pressured by her father to marry, and Petruchio, a suitor seeking wealth and status through marriage. Director Lowery emphasizes that the essence of the story revolves around the pursuit of healthy and authentic relationships. 💕

This modern setting allows audiences to engage with the play's themes in a new, relevant way. Characters navigate challenges like the daily influence of cell phones, social media dynamics, and the contrasting public and private personas that shape their lives today.

A unique feature of this performance will be a live social media feed! 📲 Audience members can view on-stage characters' off-stage thoughts and feelings, creating a contemporary twist reminiscent of Shakespeare’s theatrical “asides.”

Don't miss this chance to experience the play like never before!

Location: 1153 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620-2734, United States

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