The play based on the Academy Award Winning Best Picture.
Penniless and indebted to two demanding producers, struggling young playwright William Shakespeare is tormented by writer’s block until he meets Viola de Lesseps, daughter of a wealthy merchant, whose fiery passion for poetry and drama leaves her secretly longing to be an actor. Both are despondent when they learn that Viola’s father has promised her to the stuffy Lord Wessex in order to gain a title for their family. Under the veil of secrecy, Will and Viola’s passionate love affair becomes the basis of the very play he is writing –Romeo and Juliet. With opening night – and the wedding day – fast approaching, the plots race toward a parallel conclusion. Will it all work out in the end or are the two star-crossed lovers destined for tragedy?
Tickets range from $15-$33
Student and group discounts available.
Stan Hywet, WKSU, and Dobama Theatre members may receive discounts over the phone (1-888-71-TICKETS, opt 1). Make sure member’s name and the name on the reservation match.
Phone: 1-888-718-4253
Email: info@ohioshakespeare.com
2018/11/29 - 2018/12/16
Ohio Shakespeare Festival, Greystone Hall
103 South High Street, Akron, OH 44308
Free parking in the garage across the street on Friday nights and all Saturday and Sunday days.
Gallery seating does not have handicapped access.