Set Designer

The Marin Shakespeare Company presents "The Comedy of Errors," adapted and directed by Michael Gene Sullivan. This production reimagines Shakespeare's classic farce by setting it in the era it was originally performed, but with a twist: a rogue women's acting troupe takes center stage. Sullivan, known for his work with the San Francisco Mime Troupe, infuses the play with his signature satirical edge, creating a raucous and thought-provoking comedy. The narrative explores the hypothetical scenario of women in Shakespearean England defying societal norms to perform on stage, portraying both male and female roles with exuberance and defiance. The cast includes Wilma Bonet, Keiko Shimosato Carreiro, Emily Cummings, Valerie Fachman, Elizabeth Jones, Asha Bagal Kelly, Charisse Loriaux, and Rebecca Pingree, each bringing their unique talents to this innovative production. The artistic team features contributions from stage manager Anthony Aranda, set designer Nina Ball, lighting designer Jon Tracy, costume designer Tammy Berlin, sound designer Ben Euphrat, and fight director Dave Maier, among others. This rendition of "The Comedy of Errors" promises a blend of humor, historical reflection, and a celebration of the untold stories of women in theater.

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The Comedy of Errors

Dominican University of California

Opening at Forest Meadows, Marin Shakespeare Company presents "Much Ado About Nothing," adapted and directed by Domenique Lozano. This rendition of Shakespeare's classic comedy delves into the essence of truth and reimagines the agency of women who refuse to accept imposed falsehoods. The play features witty lovers, bumbling constables, and reimagined second chances, celebrating the journey to true love and self-discovery. Lozano's adaptation explores themes of betrayal, trauma, and forgiveness, highlighting the complex relationship with truth in contemporary society. The cast includes Anina Baker as Ursula and Borachia, Diyar Banna as Hero, Keiko Shimosato Carreiro as Innogen and Verges, Stevie DeMott as Don Joan, Bridgette Loriaux as Beatrice, Johnny Moreno as Benedick, Edward Neville as Don Pedro, Richard Pallaziol as Dogberry, Victor Talmadge as Leonato, and Tai White as Claudio. The artistic team features Anthony Aranda as Stage Manager, Zoe Lozano as Assistant Stage Manager, Nina Ball as Set Designer, Christian Mejia as Lighting Designer, Ben Euphrat as Sound Designer, Rebecca Valentino as Costume Designer, Amy Benjamin as Property Artisan, Bridgette Loriaux as Choreographer, Dave Maier as Fight Director, Cindy Goldfield as Intimacy Director, Philippa Kelly as Kaleidoscope Dramaturg, and Lucy Kaelin as Dramaturg Assistant. This production promises a blend of humor, wit, and profound reflections on love and truth.

Much Ado About Nothing

One of the most famous stories of young love explodes with intense passion in this contemporary production—as two star-crossed lovers from two different families and backgrounds sacrifice all to be together. Artistic Director Nataki Garrett sets her first Shakespeare production at OSF on the West Coast and explores the financial and class divisions of our current time through this beloved tale.

Romeo and Juliet

Oregon Shakespeare Festival

Actor Steven Anthony Jones is here to tell you a story. Many stories, in fact. One of the greatest American playwrights, August Wilson, learned many lessons over his life, and “Wilsonian Warrior” Jones imparts them to you in one non-stop, spellbinding performance. From life-or-death moments to the deepest love, from comedic stand-up to bursts of pure joy, Wilson’s poetry and timeless stories radiate from the Bagley Wright stage, where he himself premiered this piece. Witness the 20th anniversary production of How I Learned What I Learned where it all started and follow one of the greats from his beginning as a young Black poet from Pittsburgh to the literary giant we honor today.

Nina Ball

Set Designer

Events

Past events

Aug 16 - Sep 15, 2024

The Comedy of Errors · Marin Shakespeare Company

Jun 28 - Jul 28, 2024

Much Ado About Nothing · Marin Shakespeare Company

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