Bergen County Shakespeare in the Park is back for 2019! This summer, Black Box Studios will present Romeo and Juliet and Othello. In July and August, a theater troupe will bring these shows to locations throughout Bergen County. The shows are free and open to the public, and are supported in part by the Township of Teaneck and Englewood Library. Exact dates and locations for Bergen County Shakespeare in the Park will be announced soon.
In Romeo and Juliet, the Montagues and Capulets have been feuding for ages. The children decide to take matters into their own hands, and the star-crossed lovers attempt to overcome the societal pressures surrounding them. Inspired by punk-rock, this adaptation with non traditional casting breathes new life into this classic tale.
Othello tells the story about societal status and what it means to be an outsider. General Othello is a self-made man and a Moor who seems to reach the peak of his career and love life – but his friend Iago seeks to undo this happiness when Othello passes Iago over for a promotion. The play’s varied and enduring themes will leave the audience questioning societal attitudes.
There is a special performance opportunity for teens ages 16-19, The Summer Shakespeare Experience. Participants will play ensemble roles in Othello and Romeo and Juliet alongside professional actors, observe rehearsals, attend master classes, and perform in a Showcase Night at the end of the summer. For registration information, contact [email protected] by May 30th.
Sponsorships opportunities for corporations and individuals are available. For more information, email [email protected].
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