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Summer Shakespeare Festival 2024

Arts and Entertainment

July 8, 2024

From: Summer Shakespeare Festival

Antigone

Friday May 3rd and 24th At8pm
Saturday May 4th And 11th At 8pm
Sunday May 5th. 12th. And 26th At 7pm

Written In 442 B.C., The Play Centers On A Conflict Between Two Willful Personalities: Antigone, Daughter Of King Oedipus And Queen Jocasta, And King Creon, Ruler Of Thebes. Upon Antigone’s Return To Thebes After A Deadly Civil War, King Creon Refuses The Young Woman An Honorable Burial For Her Brother Polynices – A Decision That Tempts The Wrath Of The Gods And Sets In Motion The Characters’ Tragic And Inescapable Fates.

Directed By Michael Limone

Romeo and Juliet

June 7th and july 5th Wednesdays And Fridays At 8 Pm And
Sundays At 7 Pm No Performance June 19th and June 21st

"Romeo And Juliet" Is A Tragic Play Written By William Shakespeare. The Story Is Set In Verona And Revolves Around Two Young Lovers, Romeo Montague And Juliet Capulet, Who Come From Feuding Families. Despite The Ongoing Feud, Romeo And Juliet Fall Deeply In Love With Each Other. "Romeo And Juliet" Is Celebrated For Its Poetic Language, Timeless Themes, And Emotional Impact.

Directed By Nick Masson And Evan Donnellan

The Merry Wives Of Windsor

July 12-August 9th Wednesdays And Fridays At 8 Pm
Sundays At 7 Pm

"The Merry Wives Of Windsor" Is A Comedic Play By William Shakespeare. Set In The Town Of Windsor, The Play Revolves Around Sir John Falstaff, A Roguish And Knight Who Attempts To Woo Two Wealthy Married Women, Mistress Page And Mistress Ford, In Hopes Of Financial Gain. However, The Clever Wives Catch Wind Of Falstaff’s Intentions And Decide To Play Tricks On Him. The Play Explores Themes Of Love, Jealousy, And The Humorous Consequences Of Falstaff’s Amorous Pursuits. It Is A Lighthearted And Entertaining Comedy That Showcases Shakespeare’s Skill In Creating Comedic Situations And Characters.

Directed By Jordan Hue

King Lear

August 16th-September8th Wednesdays And Fridays At 8 Pm
Sundays At 7 Pm

"King Lear" Is A Tragedy Where An Aging Ruler Divides The Realm Among Three Offspring Based On Their Expressions Of Affection. The Repercussions Of These Choices Involve Treachery, Power Dynamics, And Unfortunate Events. The Narrative Delves Into Themes Like Familial Bonds, Authority, Insanity, And The Outcomes Of Misguided Decisions. Characters Navigate Loyalty, Deceit, And The Harsh Realities Of Existence, Leading To A Poignant And Reflective Resolution.

Directed By Christine Boehm

Date : May 3-Sep8,2024

Location : 180 Little Neck RdCenterport, NY

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