Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare in the Park

Full Impact Theater returns to the Rochester for the Second Annual Shakespeare in the Park. The Two Gentlemen of Verona is one of Shakespeare’s first comedies; and will be portrayed in a colorful, open-air stage set in a big-top circus-style environment.

This event is rain or shine. Bring your own blanket (or stadium-style-seat). Suitable for all ages, the play is this weekend only, August 2-4, 2013 at the Rochester Municipal Park.

The Plot

Two men, Valentine and Proteus, seek travel, adventure, and love. However, nothing complicates a friendship like a little romantic competition. Having decided to leave Verona to seek his fortune in Milan, Valentine takes leave of his friend Proteus, who prefers to stay at home and woo his lover, Julia.

Ordered by his father to follow Valentine, Proteus does so after swearing an oath of allegiance to Julia. In Milan, Valentine falls in love with Silvia, daughter of the Duke, and plans to elope with her. Once Proteus arrives in Milan and sets his eyes on Silvia, he too is besotted, forgetting his friendship to Valentine and his oath to Julia.

Tagging along in these complications of love, betrayal, loyalty, and disguised identities are clown scenes with Launce and Speed, Launce’s dog Crab (a real dog), outlaws, musicians, ladies in waiting, a duke, and other love interests – all with clever wordplay.

Tickets

Presale tickets are priced at $8.00 for seniors & students; and only $10.00 for all others. Tickets will be $10.00 and $12.00 (respectively) at the gate. Group rates are also available. Securely purchase your tickets online (without any service charges or processing fees) at www.FullImpactTheater.org.

Directed by Mary Bogrette, The Two Gentlemen of Verona opens on Friday, August 2, at 7:00 p.m. in downtown Rochester’s Municipal Park. Performances also run on Saturday, August 3, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., concluding on Sunday, August 4, at 2:00 p.m.

Full Impact Theater has a money-back guarantee with all tickets. Event hotline is 248-609-9019.

Full Impact Theater

“Mesmerizing audiences with classics-based entertainment, Full Impact Theater distinguishes itself from other student drama groups. Fostering camaraderie and communication skills in teens ages 13 to 19 through intensive mentoring – with an emphasis on mutual respect – Full Impact Theater upholds and provides professional standards normally associated with adult troupes. Teens are not only involved in every facet of production, they have a big say as members of the board.” ~Full Impact Theater

All Photos by Denise Manzagol – Full Impact Theatre Media Liaison