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Follow on Google News | Orlando Shakespeare Theater Presents the Classic Drama 'Julius Caesar'Shakespeare & Company’s Tina Packer directs intimate retelling
When men feel they can no longer trust their leader, where is the line between patriotism and personal ambition? Caesar, the most popular general in Rome, is assassinated, leaving two men – the honorable Brutus and the ambitious Cassius – to divide the spoils. But they've acted without Mark Antony, Caesar's devoted follower and determined successor, and soon the world they have fought to preserve is brought to the brink of anarchy. Julius Caesar is a dazzling masterpiece of betrayal, violence, and perhaps most surprisingly — love. “Shakespeare's tale of politics, friendship, blood, and war will surround, involve, and energize the audience in our intimate Goldman Theater,” said Artistic Director Jim Helsinger. “Audiences will feel like they’re right on top of the action!” Director Tina Packer is considered to be one of the world’s foremost leading experts on Shakespeare. She has directed over 50 Shakespeare productions, as well as contemporary works, for Shakespeare & Company. She has acted opposite the likes of John Barton, Peter Hall, John Schlesinger, Sir Ian McKellen, Paul Scofield, Janet Suzman, and Ian Richardson. Over the years, Packer has received countless awards, honors, and fellowships including: the Ronson Award; Guggenheim and Bunting Fellowships; “I saw Tina’s Women of Will Off-Broadway in New York this past summer---It was smashing! I can’t wait to bring that kind of excitement and her expertise to Orlando,” said Helsinger. The Orlando Shakes creative team includes Fight Director Bill Warriner, Assistant Director Thomas Ouellette, Movement Coach Kristin Wold, Set Designer Ryan McGettigan, Lighting Designer Eric Haugen, Costume Designer Kristina Tollefson, and Sound Designer Britt Sandusky. PERFORMANCE INFORMATION AND RELATED EVENTS PROLOGUE SERIES Starting 30 minutes before each performance of Julius Caesar, an Orlando Shakes actor leads the audience in a discussion of the plot, themes, and major characters in the production. OPENING NIGHT PARTY Prior to the show on March 21, audience members are invited to enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres from CRAVE America (www.CRAVEamerica.com). The Opening Night Party begins at 6:30 p.m. and everyone is invited. No RSVP necessary. THURSDAY TALK BACK Stay after the performance on Thursday, April 3 for an informal Q & A with the cast and members of the design team. PLAYSHOP Bring your school-age children to the performance on March 30 at 2 p.m. to participate in a fun and creative camp for the duration of the show. Led by Orlando Shakes Actor/Educators, theatergoers' children ages 5 to 12 will enjoy supervised arts and crafts, play educational games, and maybe even learn a song or dance. The service is available to all ticket buyers for just $15 per child. Advanced registration required with a minimum of 5 business days before the performance. ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE INFORMATION Preview Dates: March 19 & 20 at 7:30 p.m. Opening Date: March 21 at 7:30 p.m. Senior Matinees: March 26 at 2 p.m.; April 2, 9, and 16 at 2 p.m. $20 Under 30: March 28 at 7:30 p.m. TICKET INFORMATION DATES AND PRICES Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m. – all seats $35, $30, $20 Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. – all seats $40, $35, $30 Preview Performances - $18 Senior Matinees - $17 DISCOUNTS Group Sales: 20% off groups of 10+ Student Rush: $12 - 30 minutes prior to show w/ valid student ID Military/Student Price: $10 off single ticket prices Single and Season Tickets are available by calling (407) 447-1700, online at http://www.orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the Box Office located inside the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando’s Loch Haven Cultural Park. Julius Caesar is sponsored by A. Brian Phillips and OUC. Orlando Shakespeare Theater’s production is part of Shakespeare for a New Generation, a national program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, host ofpower2give.org/ End
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