Shakespeare Milwaukee Series ~ Othello

Details: Details: Shakespeare Milwaukee Series This three-part series in collaboration with the Milwaukee Shakespeare Company explores the universal themes of the 2008-2009 season. Dec 10 - Part 1: Shakespeare%u2019s Relevance in the 20th Century and an overview of the season with Artistic Director, Paula Suozzi; Jan 11 - Part 2: Visiting Jewish Director, Stephen Fried discusses the Henry V theme, What Makes a Nation? Mar 22 - Part 3: Visiting Jewish Director, Susanna Gellert discusses the Othello theme of %u2018the outsider.%u2019 The two play viewings are included in series cost, with post-show talk backs: Henry V - Sunday, February 8 (2:00 pm matinee) In the final chapter of our REBEL & KING series, Prince Hal, now King Henry V, must prove himself worthy of the English throne. This thrilling adventure follows the young king as he defies the French, denies his friends, woos a princess, and wages an impossible war to unify a nation. Othello - Sunday, April 26 (2:00 pm matinee) Lust for power and hunger for love create a perfect storm when Othello places his boundless faith in the hands of a false friend. One of Shakespeare%u2019s most intense and powerful plays, Othello chronicles the downfall of a marriage and a man. SY89OCASHAKES Dec 10, Jan. 11 & March 22 (cost includes viewing of Henry V on Feb.8 at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Vogel Hall, 929 N. Water, Milwaukee, and Othello on April 26 at Broadway Theatre Center Studio Theatre, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee) Class times: 2:00-3:30 PM M $125/NM $145 Instructors: Paula Suozzi, Stephen Fried and Susanna Gellert