For a limited time only you can see Shakespeare's Twelfth Night in this new musical adaption presented by Public Works. Pubic Works is a major initiative of The Public Theater that seeks to engage the people of New York by making them creators and not just spectators. Working deeply with partner organizations in all five boroughs, Public Works invites members of diverse communities to participate in workshops, take classes, attend performances at The Public, and, most importantly, to join in the creation of ambitious works of participatory theater.
The show will be performed in Central Park at the Delacourte Theatre from September 2 through the 5th. A great way to spend time over the upcoming long holiday weekend. The show is directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah, with music & lyrics by Shaina Taub and conceived by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Shaina Taub. As with all shows at the Delacorte, ticket are free and will be distributed the same day of the performance. All shows start at 8pm.
Professional artists and community members from partner organizations in all five boroughs perform together on stage in this love story that follows the young heroine Viola, who disguises herself as a man when she washes up on the shores of Illyria. When Viola’s new boss, Duke Orsino, sends her to win over his unrequited love, the Countess Olivia, Viola’s disguise proves too effective, and the Countess falls for the young girl dressed as a boy instead. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.centralpark.com/events/show/3140/shakespeare-in-the-park-twelfth-night.