Is 'The Complete Works of Shakespeare' fun? You bet your asp
Anyone attending “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” will find it waaaay more fun than “Titus Andronicus.”
SOAP LAKE —It’s probably safe to say that anyone attending “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare: Abridged, Revised, Again” at the Masquers Theater will find it waaaay more fun than sitting through a production of, say, “Titus Andronicus.”
Directed by Masquers veteran Adam Zaleski, the Bard’s 37 plays have been distilled down to a fast-paced, witty romp that appeals to Shakespeare lovers and haters alike.
The three-member cast of Kristina Allman, Cassi Nelson, and Blane Schafer deliver their unique comic take on the legendary playwright’s complete works in less than two hours — although they may borrow an audience member’s program to double-check the list.
Whether it’s making sport of Cleopatra’s asp, or tempting fate by mentioning the actual title of “The Scottish Play,” the trio of cast members obviously enjoy their time on the Masquers’ stage in this good-natured spoof of trodding the boards at the Globe Theatre.
Following last weekend’s opening, performances continue on Fridays and Saturdays through Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday matinees are scheduled at 2 p.m. on Feb. 22 and March 1.
For more information and tickets, visit the Masquers website. Season ticket holders and comp ticket recipients are asked to call the box office at 509-246-2611 regarding seat reservations.
Physical and full of laughs, “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare” was written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield. It has been translated into dozens of languages and remains one of the world’s more frequently produced plays.
The Masquers Theater is located at 322 E. Main Ave. in Soap Lake.
Here’s a look at a couple scenes:
