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TO Our 25Th ANNiVerSArY SeASON each year at orlanDo ShakeSpeare theater we offer you a compelling collection of classic, contemporary, and children’s plays. We invite actors, designers, directors, and playwrights who inspire us to bring their vision, passion, and imagination to our stage. We produce epic stories from different eras that we hope will change the way you think about theater — and the way you think about life.

This year is no different. Our 2013-2014 Season is packed with adventure — every single play is an epic event not to be missed. We have hand-selected an extraordinary team of creative artists working at the top of their game to bring you ten diverse theatrical events that showcase our hallmark marriage of tradition and innovation.

All of us at Orlando Shakes are inspired to be embarking on this artistic journey. Please indulge your curiosity, dive in, and join us as we celebrate the Theater’s cherished legacy and begin writing the next extraordinary chapter of its history.

Enjoy the show!

Jim helSinger Staff photo with Sir Patrick Stewart, by A’riel Tinter contentS page 4 Signature Series page 14 Harriett’s New Play Series page 17 Theater for Young Audiences Series page 20 Education page 21 25th Anniversary Special Events page 22 Beyond the Stage page 23 Ways to Save

Artistic Director page 24 page 26 page 27 page 28 page 29 page 38 page 39

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By William Shakespeare Directed by Jim Helsinger September 11 – October 6, 2013 Margeson Theater Sweet-tempered daddy’s girl Bianca can have her pick of suitors—but not until her sister, the fiery-tongued Kate, is married off. Rising to the challenge is fortune-seeking Petruchio, but can he match Kate jab for jab?

Set in the rootin’-tootin’ Wild West, Shakespeare’s most outrageous comedy bursts onto the Margeson Theater stage in a vibrant, high-energy battle of the sexes with a couple hell-bent on confusing and outwitting each other right up to the play’s surprising conclusion.

For a complete schedule of performance dates and times, please visit page 30 & 31.

Parental Advisory: The Taming of the Shrew is a bawdy romp with sexual innuendo that may be physicalized on stage. The play may be best suited for teenagers and adults who are able to handle the suggestiveness inherent in Shakespeare’s text.

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By Jim Helsinger Adapted from the novel by Bram Stoker Directed by Michael Carleton October 9 – November 10, 2013 Goldman Theater Centuries before True Blood and the Twilight Series, the original Prince of Darkness reigned over the shadowy world of the undead. Experience the celebrated gothic scream-fest in a one-man tour-de-force that uses Stoker’s original text of journal entries, letters, and newspaper clippings.

Jam-packed with plenty of thrills and chills, Dracula’s spellbinding originality and inventive theatricality are guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat, while remaining true to the core of a legendary story that launched a thousand teeth.

For a complete schedule of performance dates and times, please visit page 31 & 32.

Parental Advisory: Dracula is a classic ghost story with atmospheric lighting and frightening scenes. The play is best suited for ages 13 and up.

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BY JOE LANDRY DIRECTED BY ROBERT CACIOPPO December 4 – December 29, 2013 Margeson Theater Inspired by Frank Capra’s cinematic classic, this beloved holiday treat brings the spirit of the season to life right before your eyes. Performed as a 1940s radio broadcast in front of a live studio audience, five actors play the dozens of characters in Bedford Falls as well as produce all the sound effects. A nostalgic blend of holiday cheer and theatrical magic, you will fall in love all over again with George Bailey and the angel named Clarence who saves his life on Christmas Eve. Robert Cacioppo, Producing Artistic Director at Florida Rep, makes his Orlando Shakes directorial debut with his inventive spin on this timeless story.

For a complete schedule of performance dates and times, please visit page 33.

Parental Advisory: It’s A Wonderful Life is family friendly and is recommended for ages 8 and up.

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By David Edgar Adapted from the novel by Charles Dickens Produced in Collaboration with Theatre UCF Co-directed by Jim Helsinger & Christopher Niess January 22 – March 9, 2014 Margeson Theater A cast of 27 actors plays over 150 characters in this exhilarating two-part comic masterpiece that captures Dickens’ genius for combining exuberant characters, theatrical spectacle, and captivating emotion. Winner of both the Tony Award® for Best Play and The Olivier Award for Play of the Year, this epic event has never been produced in Central Florida.

Left penniless by the death of his father, young Nicholas Nickleby assumes responsibility for his mother and sister and seeks help from his Scrooge-like Uncle Ralph. Instantly disliking Nicholas, Ralph sends him to teach in a school run by cruel headmaster Wackford Squeers. Nicholas decides to escape, taking with him the orphan Smike, one of Squeers’ most abused young charges, and the two embark on a series of adventurous encounters with an array of humanity’s worst and best—greedy fools, corrupt lechers, cheery innocents, and selfless benefactors.

Will Nicholas truly escape from the evil clutches of Squeers? Can he save his sister from the exploitations of his uncle? Stay tuned!

For a complete schedule of performance dates and times, please visit page 34 –36.

Parental Advisory: Nicholas Nickleby contains scenes of stage choreographed beatings and other physical violence. The play is best suited for ages 13 and up.

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By William Shakespeare Directed by Tina Packer March 19 – April 20, 2014 Goldman Theater When men feel they can no longer trust their leader, where is the line between patriotism and personal ambition? Caesar, the most popular general in Rome, is assassinated, leaving two men – the honourable Brutus and the ambitious Cassius – to divide the spoils. But they’ve acted without Mark Antony, Caesar’s devoted follower and determined successor, and soon the world they have fought to preserve is brought to the brink of anarchy. Julius Caesar is a dazzling masterpiece of betrayal, violence, and perhaps most surprisingly — love.

Tina Packer, founder and former Artistic Director of Shakespeare & Company in Massachusetts, leads this traditional retelling with a small cast in the intimate Goldman Theater.

For a complete schedule of performance dates and times, please visit page 36 & 37.

Parental Advisory: Julius Caesar is a political drama that turns on the assassination of a public figure. The stabbing of Caesar is depicted on stage, and there are subsequent scenes of combat and suicide. The play is best suited for ages 13 and up.

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August 29 – September 22, 2013 Mandell Studio Theater What happens when you make a bad decision for all the right reasons? Sara and Bill will do whatever it takes to prepare for their new baby, but an unexpected visit from Bill’s older brother unravels their plans and makes it clear their shiny future has been built on the troubled foundation of their past. Fertility, home improvement, prescription drugs, and family collide in this darkly comic roller coaster ride.

Parental Advisory: The Cortez Method is an adult story of family dysfunction, infidelity, and controlled substances. The play is best suited for adult audiences.

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February 27 – March 23, 2014 Mandell Studio Theater Single mother Elizabeth Miller is having a bad day. A tree has crashed through the ceiling, the fridge is on the fritz, a forceful crowd threatens to invade her family’s kitchen – and then there’s the odd new family pet, Cerberus! At the center of this chaos, time stands still as mother and son jump-start their relationship and try to confront reality together across the breakfast table.

Parental Advisory: Pluto is a play containing adult language, blood, and graphic violence. The play is best suited for adult audiences.

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SLEEPING BEAUTY SPREAD

June 20 – July 28, 2013 | Goldman Theater It’s Princess Rose’s birthday and the entire kingdom is rejoicing! But the bitter wise woman, Wartsuch, disrupts the celebration and casts a wicked curse on the little princess dooming her to sleep for 100 years. Will good triumph over evil?

Complete with a brave, handsome prince, a beautiful princess, and a magical kiss, this quirky retelling of Sleeping Beauty will introduce the classic fairy tale to a new generation of kids and families.

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October 17 – November 23, 2013 | Margeson Theater On the eve of All Saints Day – the most haunted night of the year – beloved Magic Tree House characters Jack and Annie must find a young Louis Armstrong and put him on the path to becoming the king of jazz. Featuring a live band, a cast of skilled performers, and a powerful message about dreams, race, and possibilities, this new jazz musical will transport audiences back to 1915 New Orleans where the streets are filled with music – and the night is filled with ghosts!

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EDUCATION Orlando Shakespeare Theater offers school workshops and residencies, community classes for all ages, and training programs for future theater professionals. Whether you are an educator, aspiring performer, trained artist, or theater patron, Orlando Shakes has a class for you! For more information, contact our TYA Coordinator at (407) 4471700 ext. 254 or education@orlandoshakes.org.

THE YOUNG COMPANY PRESENTS

SHAKESPEARE WITH HEART PRESENTS

Meet Hamlet, a troubled youth trying to find his individuality in a Steam Punk world! Central Florida high school students receive voice, movement, and character training while working on a professionally produced classical play.

Outcasts Rosalind and Orlando find each other on a Jamaican beach in this reggae adventure. A collaboration between UCP of Central Florida, the Exceptional Education Department of UCF, and the Orlando Shakespeare Theater, Shakespeare with Heart brings students with and without special needs together over a two-week period to produce a Shakespeare play.

HAMLET Friday, July 12 & Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m.

Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m.

AS YOU LIKE IT Friday, July 26 at 7 p.m.

PARENTAL GUIDELINES The beliefs that parents wish to instill in their children can vary greatly; therefore, we have created parental guidelines which may assist parents in making their decisions for attendance. http://orlandoshakes.org/parentalguidelines

STUDENT MATINEES Experience the wonder of a live theatrical performance with your class! Student Matinee performances expand the imagination and bring to life the classic characters and stories central to your middle and high school curriculum. Our Theater for Young Audiences productions introduce elementary aged students to theater in a fun and engaging way. Call the Box Office to learn more at (407) 447-1700 ext. 221.

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25TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EVENTS ORLANDO SHAKES OPEN HOUSE August 24, 2013 at 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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GALA CELEBRATION September 8, 2013 at 5 p.m. $150-$250 Save the date for the Gala held at the John & Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center. Enjoy decadent food tastings, a silent auction featuring more than 100 items, a thrilling live auction lead by Jim Helsinger and Tom Yochum, and an exclusive sneak preview of The Taming of the Shrew. All proceeds support the Theater’s mission to produce bold professional theater, develop new plays, and provide innovative educational experiences for all ages. Reserve your seats today by calling (407) 447-1700.

Celebrate our 25th Anniversary with music, crafts, theater games, building tours, open rehearsals, and other festive activities. Plus, birthday cake for all! Free and fun for the entire family. sponsored by Seaside National Bank 6TH ANNUAL MOCK TRIAL February 25, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. $25 - Regular | $15 - Students Using classic plays to explore contemporary legal thought, past mock trials focused on legal issues arising from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Othello, and The Merchant of Venice. The public is welcome.

Join us for hors d’oeuvres before the event and stay to mingle with leading members of Central Florida’s legal, business, and artistic communities.

sponsored by Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor, and Reed, P.A. FREE MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK April 26, 2014 at 8 p.m.

Free Celebrate Shakespeare’s 450th birthday with your friends and family with a Free Shakespeare Movie Night in Loch Haven Park. Bring a picnic and join us!

hosted by the Bard’s Board Barristers

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BEYOND THE STAGE PROLOGUE SERIES Starting 30 minutes before each performance of The Taming of the Shrew and Julius Caesar, an Orlando Shakes actor leads the audience through a discussion of the plot, themes, and major characters in the production.

OPENING PRE-SHOW CHAT Join us in the Patron’s Room at 7:15 p.m. for a brief, informative discussion with the director and members of the artistic team about the creative process.

October 11, 2013 December 6, 2013 January 24, 2014

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OPENING NIGHT PARTIES Immediately following the premiere of each Signature Series production, mix and mingle with members of the cast and creative team in the lobby at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center. The party is free for all ticket holders and no RSVP necessary.

The Taming of the Shrew Dracula It’s a Wonderful Life Nicholas Nickleby, Parts I & II Julius Caesar

September 13, 2013 October 11, 2013 December 6, 2013 January 24 & 31, 2014 March 21, 2014

THURSDAY TALK BACK Stay for a moderated discussion with the cast and members of the artistic team.

The Cortez Method The Taming of the Shrew Dracula It’s a Wonderful Life Nicholas Nickleby, Part I Nicholas Nickleby, Part II Pluto Julius Caesar

September 12, 2013 September 26, 2013 October 24, 2013 December 19, 2013 February 13, 2014 February 20, 2014 March 13, 2014 April 3, 2014

PLAYSHOP Bring your kids to a fun class for the duration of the show. Lead by Orlando Shakes Educators, children ages 5 to 12 will enjoy supervised creative crafts and play educational games that ignite their imagination. Available to all ticket buyers for select Sunday matinee performances for just $15 per child. Advance registration is required.

ORLANDOSHAKES.ORG 407-447-1700 The Taming of the Shrew September•29, 2013 Dracula October 27, 2013 It’s a Wonderful Life December 15, 2013 Julius Caesar March 30, 2014

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WAYS TO SAVE $20 UNDER 30 NIGHT There are plenty of reasons it’s great to be in your 20s, but tight finances aren’t one of them! On select Friday nights, we kick off the evening with a pre-show happy hour.

Tickets for the evening’s performance are just $20 for patrons under 30 years old. Call the Box Office at (407) 447-1700 or purchase online with code word: 20UNDER30.

The Taming of the Shrew Dracula It’s a Wonderful Life Nicholas Nickleby, Part I Nicholas Nickleby, Part II Julius Caesar

September 20, 2013 October 18, 2013 December 13, 2013 February 7, 2014 February 14, 2014 March 28, 2014

PAY WHAT YOU WILL We are celebrating our 25th Anniversary on the 25th of each month! This season, you can purchase ANY seat in the house for ANY amount you choose for select evening performances. Tickets must be purchased in-person at the Box Office on the day of the performance. First come, first served until sold out. Limited to two tickets per person.

The Taming of the Shrew Dracula Nicholas Nickleby, Part I

September 25, 2013 October 25, 2103 January 25, 2014

SENIOR MATINEES Our convenient Wednesday afternoon performances provide seniors with an affordable way to participate in live theater. We offer assisted listening devices and wheelchair accessible seating. Our performances make a great outing for retirement communities, senior centers, book clubs, church groups, and more. No age restrictions.

The Cortez Method The Taming of the Shrew Dracula It’s a Wonderful Life Nicholas Nickleby, Part I Nicholas Nickleby, Part II Pluto Julius Caesar

September 4, 2013 September 18 and 25, 2013 October 16, 23, 30; November 6, 2013 December 11 and 18, 2013 February 5, 2014 February 26, 2014 March 5, 2014 March 26; April 2, 9, 16, 2014

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DISCOVER YOUR SEASON SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS

REWARD YOURSELF WITH THE BEST VALUE & TONS OF BENEFITS PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTIONS Be among the first to see each show as it premieres to Orlando audiences. One ticket to an evening or weekend matinee performance within the first two weeks of all six Signature Series or both Harriett’s New Play Series productions.

SIGNATURE SERIES: $180 (VALUE: $240) SPECIAL OFFER! NEW SUBSCRIBER: $120 Discount applies to first time subscribers and those who have not subscribed since the 20102011 Season. Promotion valid only for premium subscriptions.

HARRIETT’S NEW PLAY SERIES: $36 (VALUE: $55) Harriett’s New Play subscribers also receive a voucher to one of the readings at PlayFest. Or, for only $21 you can upgrade to a discounted Festival Pass and experience all seven readings and the special events PlayFest has to offer.

SEE ALL 8 PRODUCTIONS in our 2013-2014 Season and SAVE! Purchase both for only $156.

PREVIEW SUBSCRIPTION Directors and designers are still fine-tuning what’s happening on stage, so you’re a part of the creative process! One ticket to either preview performance of each Signature Series or Harriett’s New Play Series production.

SIGNATURE SERIES PREVIEW: $96 (VALUE: $108) HARRIETT’S NEW PLAY SERIES PREVIEW: $30 (VALUE: $34) SENIOR MATINEE SUBSCRIPTION A wonderful weekday outing! One ticket to a senior matinee performance of each Signature Series production. No age restrictions.

SENIOR MATINEE: $90 (VALUE: $102)

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DISCOVER YOUR SEASON FLEX PASSES

CHOOSE THE SEASON THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU! A Flex Pass offers the ultimate in variety and flexibility!

Each Flex Pass Holder will receive a bundle of tickets to use in any combination over the course of the 2013-2014 Season. You’re guaranteed the best available seating for any performance date in our Signature or Harriett’s New Play Series. Simply call the Box Office to reserve your seats.

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$198 (VALUE: $240) $132 (VALUE: $160)

Additional benefits include: • Introduce a friend to Orlando Shakes –$5 off additional tickets • Free unlimited exchanges and no order fees • Advance purchasing for special events and programming

THEATER FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES (TYA) FLEX PASS

Buy a bundle, save a bundle! Our TYA Family Flex includes 12 or 3 discounted admissions to be used toward this season’s TYA productions. You let us know when your family can use an afternoon of fun and we will find you the best seats available. Did your child suddenly have a birthday party or soccer game come up? No problem! Our Flex Pass also allows you unlimited complimentary exchanges.

FAMILY FLEX 12 TYA FLEX 3

$99 (VALUE $144) $27 (VALUE: $36)

STARVING ARTIST PASS Members of Actors’ Equity Association and employees of other Central Florida arts organizations are eligible to purchase one ticket to each of our six Signature Series productions. All we need? Proof of AEA membership or employment with a non-profit arts organization with membership in United Arts of Central Florida. Valid for any performance during the first three weeks of each production based on available seating at the time of redemption. Limit two per person.

STARVING ARTIST PASS

$33 (VALUE: $240)

PLAYFEST! FESTIVAL PASS An all-inclusive approach to PlayFest, the Festival Pass enables you to see all seven PlayFest readings. A fantastic bargain for anyone who loves new plays!

FESTIVAL PASS

$28 (VALUE: $35)

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$18 $35, $30, $20 $40, $35, $30 $17

Previews Wed/Thurs Evenings & Sun Matinees Fri & Sat Evenings Senior Matinees

HARRIETT’S NEW PLAY SERIES $17 $25 $5

Previews & Senior Matinees Thurs – Sat Evenings, Sun Matinees PlayFest! Readings

THEATER FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES $9 weekdays, $12 weekends

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MILITARY $10 off single tickets - All active military, National Guard or Reservists and their spouses with valid military I.D.

STUDENTS $10 off advanced purchase

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WE LOVE GROUPS! TWO IS COMPANY. THREE’S A CROWD. TEN IS A GROUP! GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE SAVE UP TO 20% ON TICKETS. Looking for an unforgettable and affordable night of theater for your family, social club, church group, fellow employees, or clients? Orlando Shakes is the perfect choice for a group outing and it only takes 10 people to qualify for our generous group discounts.

SAVINGS Discount tickets for groups of just 10 or more - and no service or handling fees!

If your group has specific seating needs, notify the group sales representative.

STUDENT GROUPS Special rates for student groups attending evening or Sunday matinee performances. Ask about additional enrichment opportunities for educators and students.

SUPER GROUPS Super Groups can be created for companies and membership organizations of any kind. Purchase your tickets online and save 10% on each ticket with a promotional code.

Adjacent seating not guaranteed.

NON-PROFITS Non-profit organizations (schools, churches, charities, etc.) have an opportunity to raise money and enjoy an evening at Orlando Shakes. Purchase 10 or more tickets at the discounted group rate and re-sell them up to the face value. Ask us for details.

ORGANIZING A GROUP IS EASY CONTACT our Group Sales Manager at 407-447-1700 ext. 265 or send an email to groupsales@orlandoshakes.org.

PROMOTE your event and add tickets up to the payment due date.

PICK UP your tickets at Will Call.

ENJOY the show!

GROUP ADD ON PACKAGES ENRICHMENT A variety of audience enrichment opportunities - including private backstage tours, post-show talkbacks, pre-show discussions, and online resources. View page 22 for more information.

PRIVATE ROOM AND CATERING INFORMATION We can transform your visit into a theatrical event. Contact our staff for all room availability and catering inquiries.

Group rate savings for Previews, Senior Matinees, and Theater for Young Audiences shows may be less than 20%.

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POLICIES & ACCESSIBILITY LOST OR MISPLACED TICKETS Call the Box Office and we will arrange replacements at no additional charge.

LATE SEATING Late seating will be at the House Manager’s discretion. All shows begin promptly at the scheduled time.

FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN Children under the age of five will not be admitted to our Signature Series or Harriett’s New Play Series performances.

We encourage younger patrons to attend our Theater for Young Audiences Series.

FEES AND EXCHANGES, CANCELLATIONS Exchanges must be completed prior to the day of your originally scheduled performance by phone or in person. Single tickets can be exchanged for the same title only and may be subject to applicable fees. At this time, exchanges cannot be completed online. No refunds will be given.

ACCESSIBILITY We are dedicated to making our performances and facilities accessible to all audiences.

Please inform the Box Office about any special needs so we may ensure optimal seating locations. For additional information or if you have questions, call the Box Office at (407) 447-1700. TDD users may contact the theater via the Florida Relay Center 711.

SPECIAL NEEDS ACCESS Orlando Shakes is wheelchair accessible and a limited number of accessible seats are available for each performance.

ADA seating is now available online.

HEARING ENHANCEMENT Hearing enhancement devices are available free-of-charge on a first come, first-served basis for all Signature Series and Theater for Young Audiences performances.

LARGE PRINT PROGRAMS A limited number of large print programs are available free of charge at each Signature Series and Harriett’s New Play Series performance.

ASL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ASL interpretation is offered during select Theater for Young Audience Performances for our patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing. There is no additional charge for this service. Provided by Florida Hands and Voices & Signing Shadows, LLC. Sleeping Beauty Magic Tree House The Three Little Pigs

June 29 at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

October 26 at 2 p.m.

April 6 at 4:30 p.m.

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SEASON CALENDAR JUNE 2013 SUN

MON TUE

WED

SLEEPING BEAUTY OPENS JUNE 20 23 Beauty

25 Beauty

26 Beauty

MON TUE 2 1 Beauty

9 Beauty

24

2pm 4:30pm

10:30am

THU 20 Beauty

10:30am P

FRI 21 Beauty

10:30am P

SAT 22 Beauty

2pm O 4:30pm

SLEEPING BEAUTY OPENS 29 28 27 Beauty Beauty Beauty 10:30am

10:30am

2pm ASL 4:30pm ASL

WED 3 Beauty

THU 4

FRI 5 Beauty

SAT 6 Beauty

10 Beauty

11 Beauty

12 Beauty

13 Beauty

10:30am

30 Beauty

2pm 4:30pm

JULY 2013 SUN

10:30am

7 Beauty

8

2pm 4:30pm

14 Beauty

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

2pm 4:30pm

2pm 4:30pm

TYC: Hamlet TYC: Hamlet 15

2pm 4:30pm

7pm

7pm

16 Beauty

17 Beauty

18 Beauty

19 Beauty

20 Beauty

23 Beauty

24 Beauty

25 Beauty

26 Beauty

27 Beauty

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

TYC: Hamlet

2pm 4:30pm

2pm

21 Beauty

22

2pm 4:30pm

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

Heart: AYLI

2pm 4:30pm

7pm

28 Beauty

29

30

31

2pm 4:30pm C

BEAUTY: Sleeping Beauty CALENDAR KEY CALENDAR KEY HEART: Shakespeare with Heart: As You Like It O: Opening | P: Preview | SM: Senior Matinee P: Preview O: Opening C: Closing TYC: The Young Company: Hamlet TB: Talk Back | ASL: Sign Language | C: Closing

SM: Senior Matinee

TB: Talk Back

ASL: Sign Language Int.

AUGUST 2013 SUN 25

MON TUE 26 27

WED 28

OPEN HOUSE

THU 29 Cortez

7:30pm P

FRI 30 Cortez

7:30pm P

SAT 31 Cortez

7:30pm O

THE CORTEZ METHOD OPENS

SEPTEMBER 2013 SUN 1 Cortez

MON TUE 2 3

8 Cortez

9

WED 4 Cortez

THU 5 Cortez

FRI 6 Cortez

SAT 7 Cortez

11 Shrew

12 Shrew

13 Shrew

14 Shrew

Cortez

Cortez

Cortez

2pm SM

2pm

10

7:30pm P

2pm

7:30pm

7:30pm P

7:30pm TB

15 Shrew

16

17 Shrew

10:30am

2pm

2pm SM 7:30pm

2pm

2pm

24 Shrew

10:30am

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

Cortez

Cortez

Cortez

26 Shrew

27 Shrew

28 Shrew

7:30pm

23

7:30pm O

7:30pm

TAMING OF THE SHREW OPENS 21 20 18 19 Shrew Shrew Shrew Shrew

Cortez

22 Shrew

7:30pm

25 Shrew

2pm SM 7:30pm

7:30pm TB

7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

Cortez 2pm C

29 Shrew 2pm

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OCTOBER 2013 MON TUE 1 Shrew

WED 2 Shrew

THU 3 Shrew

FRI 4 Shrew

SAT 5 Shrew

6 Shrew

7

9 Dracula

10 Dracula

11 Dracula

12 Dracula

13 Dracula

14

18 Magic

19 Magic

Dracula

Dracula

SUN

10:30am

8

2pm C

7:30pm

7:30pm P

2pm

15 Dracula

10:30am

7:30pm

7:30pm P

DRACULA OPENS 16 17 Dracula Magic 2pm SM 7:30pm

10:15am P 12pm P

Dracula 7:30pm

20 Dracula

21

2pm

4:30pm

27 Dracula 2pm

Magic

4:30pm

10:15am P 12pm P 10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

2pm O

7:30pm

22 Magic

23 Magic

10:15am 12pm

10:15am 12pm

2pm ASL

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

10:30am

28

7:30pm O

7:30pm

MAGIC TREE HOUSE OPENS 26 25 24 Magic Magic Magic

10:15am 12pm

Magic

10:30am 7:30pm

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

7:30pm TB

29 Magic

30 Magic

31 Magic

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

10:15am 12pm 10:30am

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

10:15am 12pm 7:30pm

CALENDAR KEY O: Opening | P: Preview | SM: Senior Matinee SHREW: Taming of the Shrew | CORTEZ: The Cortez Method TB: Talk Back | ASL: Sign Language | C: Closing MAGIC: Night in New Orleans: A Magic Tree House Adventure

NOVEMBER 2013 SUN

MON TUE

WED

THU

GIFT SHOP

Open one hour prior to performance and during intermission, our gift shop has an array of exclusive show merchandise. Stop by and take home a souvenir to remember your visit!

3 Dracula

4

Magic

4:30pm

SAT 2 Magic

Dracula

Dracula

10:15am 12pm

10:30am 7:30pm

2pm

7:30pm

5 Magic

6 Magic

7 Magic

8 Magic

9 Magic 2pm

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

Dracula

12 Magic

13 Magic

14 Magic

15 Magic

16 Magic

19 Magic

20 Magic

21 Magic

22 Magic

23 Magic

26

27

28

29

30

10:15am 12pm

2pm

FRI 1 Magic

10:30am

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm

7:30pm

10:15am 12pm 10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

PLAYFEST! Nov. 7 - 10 10 Dracula

11

2pm C

10:15am 12pm

Magic

10:30am

10:15am 12pm

10:15am 12pm

2pm

4:30pm

PLAYFEST!

17 Magic

18

24

25

4:30pm

10:15am 12pm

10:30am

10:15am 12pm

10:15am 12pm

2pm C

PLAYFEST

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DECEMBER 2013 MON TUE 2 3

SUN 1

WED 4 Life

7:30pm P

THU 5 Life

7:30pm P

FRI 6 Life

7:30pm O

SAT 7 It’s a Wonderful Life 7:30pm

8 Life

9

15 Life

16

10 Life

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE OPENS 14 13 11 12 Life Life Life Life 2pm SM 7:30pm

7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

17 Life

18 Life

19 Life

20 Life

21 Life

27 Life

28 Life

10:30am

2pm

2pm

10:30am

22 Life

23

29 Life

30

2pm

24 Life

7:30pm

2pm SM 7:30pm

25

7:30pm TB

26 Life

7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

31

2pm C

GIFT ADMISSIONS The magic of live theater makes a wonderful gift for friends, clients, or loved ones. Gift admissions to Orlando Shakespeare Theater may be redeemed for tickets to any show in our 2013–2014 season.

CALENDAR KEY O: Opening | P: Preview | SM: Senior Matinee MAGIC: Night in New Orleans: A Magic Tree House Adventure TB: Talk Back | ASL: Sign Language | C: Closing LIFE: It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

JANUARY 2014 SUN 19

MON TUE 20 21

WED 22 Nickleby I 7:30pm P

26

27

28

THU 23 Nickleby I 7:30pm P

FRI 24 Nickleby I 7:30pm O

SAT 25 Nickleby I 7:30pm

NICHOLAS NICKLEBY I OPENS 31 29 30 Nickleby II Nickleby II Nickleby II 7:30pm P

7:30pm P

7:30pm O

NICHOLAS NICKLEBY II OPENS

DEDICATE A PERFORMANCE

Orlando Shakespeare Theater wants to give you the opportunity to make your night at the theater even more meaningful for your company or someone special. If you choose to dedicate a performance with a gift of $500 or more, you will receive the following benefits designed to make an unforgettable evening: • • • •

Concierge service and two complimentary tickets to your chosen performance Curtain speech recognition on the evening of the performance A special dedication on the Orlando Shakespeare Theater lobby monitor A framed copy of the show poster signed by the cast and crew

In addition to providing a memorable evening, your generous gift will help to ensure that Orlando Shakespeare Theater continues its role as Central Florida’s premier professional theater enriching the lives of children and adults in the community.

For more information on any of these opportunities, please contact our Development Department at 407-447-1700 or development@orlandoshakes.org.

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FEBRUARY 2014 SUN

MON TUE

WED

THU

FRI

SAT 1 Nickleby I 2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm

SIGN UP TODAY FOR OUR DYNAMIC 3 2 Nickleby I 2pm

9 Nickleby II

10

SUMMER CAMPS 4 Nickleby I 10:30am

11 Nickleby II 10:30am

2pm

5 Nickleby I 2pm SM 7:30pm

12 Nickleby II 7:30pm

6 Nickleby II 7:30pm

13 Nickleby I

7:30pm TB

7 Nickleby I

8 Nickleby I

14 Nickleby II

15 Nickleby I

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm

16 Nickleby I

17

18

2pm

19 Nickleby I 7:30pm

20 Nickleby II 7:30pm TB

21 Nickleby I 7:30pm

22 Nickleby I 2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm

23 Nickleby II 2pm

24

25

26 Nickleby II 2pm SM 7:30

27 Nickleby I

28 Nickleby II

Pluto

Pluto

7:30pm

7:30pm P

7:30pm

7:30pm P

PLUTO OPENS

CALENDAR KEY O: Opening | P: Preview | SM: Senior Matinee NICKLEBY: The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby TB: Talk Back | ASL: Sign Language | C: Closing

MARCH 2014 SUN

MON TUE

WED

THU

FRI

PROLOGUE SERIES

Get an in-depth look into the themes, historical background, and characters before you see the show!

SAT 1 Nickleby I 2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm

Pluto

7:30pm O

2 Nickleby II

3

4

2pm

5 Pluto

6 Nickleby II

7 Nickleby I

Nickleby I

Pluto

Pluto

2pm SM

Pluto

7:30pm

2pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

8 Nickleby I 2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm

Pluto

7:30pm

9 Nickleby I

10

11

12

2pm C

13 Pluto

14 Pluto

15 Pluto

20 Caesar

21 Caesar

22 Caesar

Pluto

Pluto

Pluto

7:30pm TB

7:30pm

7:30pm

Pluto 2pm

Nickleby II 7:30pm C

16 Pluto

17

18

2pm

19 Caesar

7:30pm P

7:30pm P

7:30pm

23 Caesar

24

25 Caesar

10:30am

2pm

Pluto

2pm C

7:30pm O

7:30pm

JULIUS CAESAR OPENS 28 26 27 Caesar Pigs Pigs 2pm 7:30pm SM

10:15am P 12pm P

10:15am P 12pm P

Caesar

Caesar

7:30pm

10:30am 7:30pm

7:30pm

7:30pm

29 Pigs

2pm O

Caesar

7:30pm

3 LITTLE PIGS OPEN 30 Caesar 2pm

Pigs

4:30pm

31

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APRIL 2014 SUN

MON TUE 1 Pigs

WED 2 Pigs

THU 3 Pigs

FRI 4 Pigs

SAT 5 Pigs

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

8 Pigs

9 Pigs

10 Pigs

11 Pigs

12 Pigs

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

15 Pigs

16 Pigs

17 Pigs

18 Pigs

19 Pigs

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

Caesar

22 Pigs

23 Pigs

24 Pigs

25 Pigs

26 Pigs

29

Shakespeare’s Birthday 30

10:15am 12pm

10:30am

6 Caesar

7

10:15am 12pm

2pm

Pigs

4:30pm ASL

13 Caesar

10:30am

14

2pm

10:15am 12pm

Pigs

4:30pm

20 Caesar

10:30am

21

2pm C

10:15am 12pm

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

10:30am

2pm SM 7:30pm

10:30am

10:15am 12pm 7:30pm TB

10:15am 12pm 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm

10:15am 12pm 10:30am 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm 10:30am 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm 10:30am 7:30pm

10:15am 12pm

2pm

7:30pm

2pm

7:30pm

2pm

7:30pm

2pm

Pigs

4:30pm

27 Pigs

28

4:30pm C

CALENDAR KEY O: Opening | P: Preview | SM: Senior Matinee NICKLEBY: The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby TB: Talk Back | ASL: Sign Language | C: Closing CAESAR: Julius Caesar | PIGS: The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs

SUPPORT ORLANDO SHAKES With Shakespeare as our standard and inspiration, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF, produces bold professional theater, develops new plays, and provides innovative educational experiences that enrich our community.

As ticket sales only cover 50% of our costs, we rely on your generous contributions to ensure our continued success.

CORPORATE SUPPORT Sponsor a single show, a series, or an entire season and receive great benefits for your company. Our Corporate Sponsorships can provide your company with a variety of benefits that can be designed to increase company recognition, accommodate special client entertaining, enhance employee benefits, and heighten community relations.

We welcome the opportunity to work with you to craft an individualized package that meets your specific philanthropic, marketing, and public relations objectives.

INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT If you believe, as we do, that live theater has a role to play in bringing light and life to great ideas and universal truths; that there is merit in creating a company with incredible actors, designers, and staff; that it is important to share the joys of great writing and explore big ideas; that child literacy and story book interaction play an important part in growth, understanding, and compassion, then we have a role for you to play at Orlando Shakes.

Please visit our website for all the opportunities to support Orlando Shakes.

For more information on any of these opportunities, please contact our Development Department at development@orlandoshakes.org.

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TRAVEL INFORMATION DIRECTIONS Coming from Daytona or Tampa on I-4 - Take the Princeton Street Exit (Exit 85).

Head East on Princeton Street. At the corner of Princeton and Mills (US Highway 17 / 92) turn Left. Go one block to East Rollins Street and turn Left. The entrance to the free parking area is at the first driveway on the Left.

PARKING Limited free parking is available in Loch Haven Cultural Park; however, a simultaneous event in Loch Haven Park may create a parking challenge. If our lot is full, alternate parking is available at the Orlando Repertory Theatre, the Orlando Science Center garage (daytime pay lot), or along Mills Avenue. Please allow yourself a few minutes extra arrival time.

BOX OFFICE HOURS AND CONTACT INFORMATION John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center 812 East Rollins Street - Orlando, FL 32803 Hours: Noon – 5 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday

Noon – Showtime on performance days Holiday hours may vary.

Call Us (407) 447-1700

Visit Us Online www.orlandoshakes.org

Fax (407) 447-1701

Group Sales (407) 447-1700 ext. 265; groupsales@orlandoshakes.org

Email Us boxoffice@orlandoshakes.org Student Matinee Sales (407) 447-1700 ext. 221

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