Fri September 1, 2023
Silicon Valley Shakespeare presents William Shakespeare's KING LEAR
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Silicon Valley Shakespeare's (SVS) summer repertory season at Sanborn County Park in Saratoga, California, kicks off on Friday, July 28th, with an all-female and non-binary production of William Shakespeare's epic tragedy, KING LEAR.
Ready to turn over his kingdom, King Lear places the fate of the realm in the hands of his three daughters. But first, they must prove their love through flattery. When formal exteriors and facades are stripped away, truth and the best and worst of human nature are revealed in King Lear's journey. Filled with treachery, shocking revelations, and madness, Lear battles the physical storm and the storm of insanity within.
In the titular role is SVS Resident Dramaturg Doll Piccotto, who when asked to describe how she feels about the character and the all-female and non-binary cast said, "To me, Lear is a human who caused his own tragedy, as many of us can empathize with. We've all made choices we regret, and this is Lear's story of his regrettable choices. He is a fascinating study of a man losing his identity. His daughters no longer owe him the duties of children, and he has given his kingship away. He is no longer a father to his children or his people. And the opportunity to work with a cast like this is a rare and wonderful experience, and I encourage all female and non-binary actors to audition for future productions. Shakespeare had all men for YEARS-now it's our turn."
KING LEAR runs in repertory with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE.
A special ASL-interpreted performance will take place on Sunday, August 13th.
$25-$55.
Presented by Silicon Valley Shakespeare.
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Ready to turn over his kingdom, King Lear places the fate of the realm in the hands of his three daughters. But first, they must prove their love through flattery. When formal exteriors and facades are stripped away, truth and the best and worst of human nature are revealed in King Lear's journey. Filled with treachery, shocking revelations, and madness, Lear battles the physical storm and the storm of insanity within.
In the titular role is SVS Resident Dramaturg Doll Piccotto, who when asked to describe how she feels about the character and the all-female and non-binary cast said, "To me, Lear is a human who caused his own tragedy, as many of us can empathize with. We've all made choices we regret, and this is Lear's story of his regrettable choices. He is a fascinating study of a man losing his identity. His daughters no longer owe him the duties of children, and he has given his kingship away. He is no longer a father to his children or his people. And the opportunity to work with a cast like this is a rare and wonderful experience, and I encourage all female and non-binary actors to audition for future productions. Shakespeare had all men for YEARS-now it's our turn."
KING LEAR runs in repertory with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE.
A special ASL-interpreted performance will take place on Sunday, August 13th.
$25-$55.
Presented by Silicon Valley Shakespeare.
Silicon Valley Shakespeare's (SVS) summer repertory season at Sanborn County Park in Saratoga, California, kicks off on Friday, July 28th, with an all-female and non-binary production of William Shakespeare's epic tragedy, KING LEAR.
Ready to turn over his kingdom, King Lear places the fate of the realm in the hands of his three daughters. But first, they must prove their love through flattery. When formal exteriors and facades are stripped away, truth and the best and worst of human nature are revealed in King Lear's journey. Filled with treachery, shocking revelations, and madness, Lear battles the physical storm and the storm of insanity within.
In the titular role is SVS Resident Dramaturg Doll Piccotto, who when asked to describe how she feels about the character and the all-female and non-binary cast said, "To me, Lear is a human who caused his own tragedy, as many of us can empathize with. We've all made choices we regret, and this is Lear's story of his regrettable choices. He is a fascinating study of a man losing his identity. His daughters no longer owe him the duties of children, and he has given his kingship away. He is no longer a father to his children or his people. And the opportunity to work with a cast like this is a rare and wonderful experience, and I encourage all female and non-binary actors to audition for future productions. Shakespeare had all men for YEARS-now it's our turn."
KING LEAR runs in repertory with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE.
A special ASL-interpreted performance will take place on Sunday, August 13th.
$25-$55.
Presented by Silicon Valley Shakespeare.
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Ready to turn over his kingdom, King Lear places the fate of the realm in the hands of his three daughters. But first, they must prove their love through flattery. When formal exteriors and facades are stripped away, truth and the best and worst of human nature are revealed in King Lear's journey. Filled with treachery, shocking revelations, and madness, Lear battles the physical storm and the storm of insanity within.
In the titular role is SVS Resident Dramaturg Doll Piccotto, who when asked to describe how she feels about the character and the all-female and non-binary cast said, "To me, Lear is a human who caused his own tragedy, as many of us can empathize with. We've all made choices we regret, and this is Lear's story of his regrettable choices. He is a fascinating study of a man losing his identity. His daughters no longer owe him the duties of children, and he has given his kingship away. He is no longer a father to his children or his people. And the opportunity to work with a cast like this is a rare and wonderful experience, and I encourage all female and non-binary actors to audition for future productions. Shakespeare had all men for YEARS-now it's our turn."
KING LEAR runs in repertory with SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE.
A special ASL-interpreted performance will take place on Sunday, August 13th.
$25-$55.
Presented by Silicon Valley Shakespeare.
show less
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16055 Sanborn Rd, Saratoga, CA 95070
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