Short Shakespeare!
The Taming of the Shrew
February 25
April 7, 2012
in CST's Courtyard Theater
by William Shakespeare
adapted and directed by Rachel Rockwell
A frolicking and timeless romantic comedy for today’s modern world.
Chicago Theater Beat
The Play
The wildly spirited Kate and machismo-driven Petruchio scream, fight and woo their way into one another's heart in this 75-minute abridged production. Shakespeare's original verse and Elizabethan dress combine with rock-inspired music to connect audiences with the Bard's timeless battle of the sexes—resulting in a high-energy, entertaining introduction to Shakespeare. Following the performance, audience members are welcome to join the cast for a discussion and photo opportunities in the lobby.
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The Players
Creative Team
Rachel Rockwell Director
Kevin Depinet Scenic Designer
Jacqueline Firkins Costume Designer
Jesse Klug Lighting Designer
James Savage Sound Designer
Kevin Gudahl Verse Coach
Cast
Jeffrey Baumgartner Vincentio
Tiffany Yvonne Cox Bianca
Jessie Fisher Biondella
Don Forston Baptista
Alex Goodrich Tranio
Nicholas Harazin Lucentio
Eric Leonard Pedant
Terrence Mosley Grumio
Matt Mueller Petruchio
Ericka Ratcliff Katherina
Matthew Sherbach Hortensio
Mick Weber Gremio