Thomas Middleton’s Women Beware Women, directed by Dane CT Leasure is a dark comedy that ends in tragedy. Women Beware Women tells the story of Bianca, a woman who escapes from her rich home to elope with the poor Leantio. Fearful and insecure, Leantio requires that his mother lock Bianca up while he is away. While locked up, the Duke of Florence spots Bianca in a window and attempts to woo her with the help of Livia, a widow. When Leantio returns he discovers that Bianca has been corrupted and no longer loves him because he lacks wealth and fortune. Hippolito, Livia’s brother is tormented because he is in love with his niece Isabella. Isabella returns the love to her uncle, but to keep their relationship a secret Livia encourages Isabella to marry the Ward, a young heir. Busy putting together illegitimate relationships, Livia discovers that she is also able to love again and as a result, she seeks the love of Leantio. However, as affairs and relationships are exposed, one of the bloodiest Jacobean tragedies is created.

The run opens on May 27 with Rubber City Shakespeare Company’s traditional Pay-As-You-Like-It performance.  Pay-As-You-Like-It performances are free to the public; No ticket purchase is necessary, but donations are gratefully accepted. The production runs Thursday through Sunday until June 12. Thursday through Saturday performances begin at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees begin at 2 p.m. his show is recommended for mature audiences only. Limited seating is available.

More information can be found online at: www.rubbercityshakes.com or by calling 234-252-0272.

Tickets are available online, over the phone, and an hour before show time at the door. Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for seniors and students. $5 Student rush tickets are available at the door.

All performances will be located in the Summit ArtSpace located at 140 East Market Street  in Akron.