Legends of the Werewolf
October 1-15 at Taliesin West.
Written by Beau Heckman and Directed by Mary Way
Just in time for Halloween – receive a full Education pertaining to the natural phenomenon of werewolves. Where did they come from where did they go. Did they go? Are they behind now?
From Tidworth With Love
November 11 – 14 – Veterens’ Weekend at Taliesin West.
We have the world Premiere of a new play by David Barker
From Tidworth with Love — based on his parents letters during his father’s deployment in World War 2. Its a charming and powerful love story, full of the highs of romance and trials of active military service. We welcome all, especially veterans, to this performance and will have talkbacks immediately afterward to discuss the psychological ramifications of war. And to thank those in active service.
Hamlet
November 18-21 at Taliesin West
Here is your opportunity to see our touring show – a 90 minute Hamlet, The Prince of Denmark written by William Shakespeare, directed by David Ira Goldstein. The cast of this show have been studying Hamlet for the past 12 weeks — this will be our most powerfully rehearsed show ever. We welcome the opportunity to share the touring show with our audience at home.
And this year we return to SEDONA!!
You will have another opportunity to see our Touring Hamlet in Sedona February 8-13 in the Sedona Performing Arts Center.
Teachers and community groups can also book this show – and The Prince of Denmark will come to you!
Scrooge! A Christmas Panto
(In the British Style)
In December… we have a surprise. For the first time ever….A Traditional British “Panto”.
SCROOGE! It will seem modern but, Panto’s have been a favorite winter treat in the UK since the 1400s. Panto takes a familiar story and turns it on its side in an hilarious spoof. It’s a romp. Men play women, women play men and the audience has its part to play too! Heckling is encouraged. And, while there is an adult line of humor, these shows are intended for audiences of all ages. A holiday delight. Come try SROOGE, The Panto!! at Old Town Scottsdale’s Stagebrush Theater
The Tempest
At the Mesa Arts Center Feb 25th-March 19th
The Tempest is Shakespeare’s fantastical imagining inspired by the real life shipwreck of The Sea Venture, one of the British fleet lost off the coast of The Burmudas in 1609 – the Fleet was on its way to the new Jamestown settlement in Virginia.
Spirits, mythic creatures and magic abound. Right now we are watching Shakespeare’s alleged first play – by comparison – The Tempest – It is thought to be the last play Shakespeare wrote on his own in 1610-11. Please Don’t miss it.
Farinelli and the King
At the Mesa Arts Center March 5th-20th
Farinelli and the King is an contemporary play orchestrated with Baroque music based on the true story of King Phillip the Fifth of Spain and his friendship with the most famous countertenor (castrato) of the 18th Century, Farinelli. This play opened at Shakespeare’s Globe in 2017 and won several Olivier Awards. It is s charming soulful story about opera, leadership, friendship and mental illness. It’s expected to be released as a major motion picture? But see it’s Arizona premiere here first.
Shall I Compare Thee: The Sonnets
At Taliesin West April 7th-10th
Shall I Compare Thee brings the Sonnets to life and allows words to dance onstage as words, lyrics, music, dance and images. Come “sing hymns at heavens gates like break of day arising” at this extraordinary celebration of life, love and the pursuit of happiness in a post COViD world. Adapted and arranged by SSC Artistic Director Mary Way.
Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles
At Taliesin West April 28th-May 8th
A Medea in LA is written by Mac Arthur Genius Awardee, Luis Alfaro. It’s the story of a Mexican Immigrant family in parallel with the classic Greek Tragedy, Medea. The play has been staged at Oregon Shakespeare Festival and the Getty in LA, and is only possible here by special permission of the playwright. It will be Directed by Vice Provost of ASU head of Inclusion (Oregon Shakespeare Festival Dramaturg and SSC board Member), Dr Tiffany Ana Lopez, and Melanie Queponds!
FINAL DAYS FOR DISCOUNTED BARD CARDS!
Earlybird Offer extended to Saturday April 17!!
Click on the link below to purchase your season subscription Bard Card for the discounted rate of $295. Starting tomorrow the price goes up to $325, Or call Mesa Arts Center Box Office at: 480-644-6500
BARD CLUB BENEFITS:
- One premium seating ticket to each of our shows at the Mesa Arts Center
- One ticket to each of our shows at Taliesin West
- One ticket to the show at Stagebrush Theater (Greasepaint) (8 shows total!)
- One Ticket to BOTH of The Flachmann Seminars (Hamlet/Tempest)
- Attend all VIP Opening Weekend receptions
- Attend all first rehearsal script read throughs with cast and creatives
- Discounts of up to 20% at local Mesa restaurants and businesses
- Programs and a name (of your choice) in the programs donor lists. (Programs will be virtual this year)
- Website recognition as a supporter of Southwest Shakespeare Company
