Shakespeare On The Square

Date: 07/15/2011

An entertaining evening of the various writings of the Bard, presented during the summer in Market Square. An old blanket or lawn chair is all you need to view the free performances under the stars. Donations of $5.00 are always welcome.

2011 SHAKESPEARE ON THE SQUARE

The Comedy of Errors
July 14, 16, 22, 24, 28, 30; August 5, 7, 11, 13; 7:00 pm nightly

One of Shakespeare’s first plays, Comedy of Errors is also one of his funniest. Two sets of identical twins (!) with the same names (!!) - Dromio and Antipholus, who were separated as infants grow up in rival cities, Ephesus and Syracuse, with no knowledge of the others whereabouts - until the twins from Syracuse pay a visit to Ephesus. Elaborate embarrasements abound as the whole town of Ephesus tries to sort out two Dromios and two Antipholi. It’s a wild roller coaster ride with mistaken identities, hilarious blunders and slapstick farce around every curve. “I to the world am like a drop of water that in the ocean seeks another drop.”

Othello
July 15, 17, 21, 23, 29, 31; August 4, 6, 12, 14; 7:00 pm nightly

Shakespeare’s towering tragedy of an outsider who excites fear and hatred because of his “differentness.” This play of jealously and revenge, of cruelty and murder is set in motion by the passing over of Iago for a promotion he feels should be his. He determines to destroy the man he holds responsible—the noble warrior, Othello—the Moor of Venice. Set in Italy in a time of war and fear of war, the story is inexorable as it leads us one step at a time to its tragic conclusion. “O beware…of jealously! It is the green-eyed monster.”

The Tennessee Stage Company is a 501(c) 3 non-profit professional theatre celebrating our 21st season in Knoxville in 2010. Our mission is to enhance the cultural life of the community through performance and education while providing professional opportunities for regional artists. Our goal is to educate and entertain the people of our region, to provide professional opportunities for regional artists and to promote interaction between new artists and established professionals. We seek to be recognized for high quality artistic production, fiscal responsibility, and commitment to the craft. The Tennessee Stage Company is dedicated to providing quality entertainment that is affordable and accessible to all. We work with local artists, community leaders and local government to promote the arts in downtown Knoxville. The Tennessee Stage Company has four major programs…The Tennessee Stage New Play Festival, Shakespeare on the Square , The Timeless Works Series and our Education & Outreach Program.  Visit http://www.tennesseestage.com for more info.

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