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We
are pleased to introduce you to the Orlando Shakespeare Theater's 2007–2008
Season. Our upcoming season is packed with programming that has something for everyone.
Season and Single tickets are now on sale! To
become a season subscriber, just download the ticket form below, then
fax it to us at 407-447-1701, or call us during business hours
at 407-447-1700 ext. 1.
| For more information about any our shows, just click on the show image of your choice! |
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OZ
Adapted by Patrick Shanahan
Book by L. Frank Baum
June 19 – July 29, 2007
GOLDMAN THEATER
While
author L. Frank Baum is writing “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, his
housekeeper and a girl named Dot get swept up in his magical tale.
Watch how ordinary objects become the enchanted land of OZ and its
delightful characters…and yes, Toto too! |
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THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
By William Shakespeare
September 12 – October 7, 2007
MARGESON THEATER
In
Shakespeare’s funniest and shortest comedy, two identical twin brothers
and their identical servants end up in the same town, having no idea
the other exists. Hilarity ensues with mistaken identities, confusion,
and mayhem as the events build to the side-splitting solution! |
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SHYLOCK
By Gareth Armstrong
October 10 – November 11, 2007
GOLDMAN THEATER
This riveting one-man play fresh from a successful run Off-Broadway, explores The Merchant of Venice through the eyes of its controversial character, Shylock. Experience an
invigorating and thought-provoking evening exploring art, racism,
power, religious persecution, villainy and self-identity. |
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THE SECRET GARDEN
Adapted by April-Dawn Gladu
From the book by Frances Hodgson Burnett
October 20 – November 17, 2007
MARGESON THEATER
Experience
a world of wonder as a sad orphaned girl discovers a secret garden. As
she tends it, she experiences a wonderful transformation and learns to
help others love the garden so its magic will work on them too! An
inspiring story for the whole family! |
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A TUNA CHRISTMAS
By Jaston Williams, Joe Sears & Ed Howard
November 28 – December 23, 2007
MARGESON THEATER
It’s
Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas and their two radio
personalities report on various yuletide activities, including
competition in the annual lawn display contest. Join us for all the
laughs as two talented men play all the eccentric citizens in Tuna,
Texas. Y’all come!
A Tuna Christmas contains strong language. |
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AS YOU LIKE IT
By William Shakespeare
January 9 – February 3, 2008
MARGESON THEATER
Welcome
to the wonderful Forest of Arden where true love prevails. Fall in love
again as Rosalind and Orlando, two of Shakespeare’s most romantic
lovers, run away to the forest and discover how “all the world's a
stage.” A delightful romantic comedy! |
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OPUS
By Michael Hollinger
February 6 – March 9, 2008
GOLDMAN THEATER
The
huge hit reading of PlayFest! 2007 becomes the premiere this season. A
world-renowned string quartet has only a week to rehearse Beethoven’s
“Opus 131” for a performance at the White House. Tempers and partners
flare as the pressure increases. The Orlando Sentinel proclaimed, “The
audience loved this comic drama.”
Opus contains strong language and mature content. |
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PLAYFEST 2008!
THE HARRIETT LAKE FESTIVAL
OF NEW PLAYS
February 8 – February 17, 2008
MANDELL STUDIO THEATER
PlayFest has grown into a 10-day celebration of new play readings, workshops, panel discussions and keynote addresses from nationally recognized playwrights. Many of our readings have returned as full
productions including Around the World in 80 Days, Every Christmas Story Ever Told, Robinson Crusoe, Crime and Punishment, and this year’s Opus. PlayFest…it’s what’s next! |
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IF YOU GIVE A MOUSE A COOKIE
Adapted by Jody Davidson
Book by Laura Numeroff
February 23 – March 16, 2008
MARGESON THEATER
A
mouse shows up at a little boy’s house and asks for a cookie. The mouse
receives the cookie and wants a glass of milk. He receives the glass of
milk and wants a straw. He receives the straw… The rest becomes a chain
of never-ending events! |
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MACBETH
By William Shakespeare
April 2 – April 27, 2008
MARGESON THEATER
Three
mysterious witches give Macbeth a prophecy that he will become King.
Spurred on by his ambitious wife, he quickly decides to take power at
any cost and plunges his country into war, destruction, intrigue and
murder. This special production will be performed arena style “in the
round.” Don’t miss it! |
To order 2007-2008 Season tickets, please
call the Box Office at (407) 447-1700 ext. 1 or download the Season Ticket Order Form. Box Office hours are Monday
through Friday 10am to 5pm and one hour before all showtimes.
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