Play On Shakespeare

Play On Shakespeare is a cultural organization dedicated to enhancing the understanding and enjoyment of Shakespeare's works for a contemporary audience. The organization is known for its unique approach to Shakespeare's plays, which involves translating and adapting the texts to make them more accessible to modern viewers while preserving the integrity of the original language and themes. The organization's activities include staging productions, publishing scripts, and creating podcasts that explore the plays and their adaptations. Play On Shakespeare offers a diverse range of Shakespeare's works, categorized into comedies, histories, and tragedies, and provides resources for those interested in producing a play, trying translations, or learning more about the playwright's timeless stories. Play On Shakespeare has a dedicated team and a network of artists who collaborate to bring fresh perspectives to Shakespeare's plays. The organization also engages with sponsors and offers opportunities for individuals to work with them, fostering a community that supports the arts and education around Shakespeare's oeuvre. One of the organization's notable endeavors includes a modern adaptation of "Much Ado About Nothing" by 1623 theatre and Purple Theatre, which explores themes of relationships, gender roles, and societal stereotypes. This lively play was reviewed by Play On Shakespeare, emphasizing its relevance and the powerful performance of Emily Howlett as the fiery Beatrice. Furthermore, Play On Shakespeare showcased a unique production of "Much Ado About Nothing" translated by Ranjit Bolt and directed by Ean Taijeron & Madison McKenzie Scott. This particular production was set in modern-day Guam and performed outdoors, incorporating CHamoru and Tagalog, the native languages of Guam and the Philippines, respectively. This marked the first time Bolt's translation was performed in Guam, demonstrating the organization's commitment to cultural diversity and linguistic inclusion. Play On Shakespeare's upcoming and latest productions include a variety of Shakespeare's plays, such as "Cymbeline," "Measure for Measure," "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "Hamlet," and "Coriolanus," which are set to be performed across multiple locations in the United States, including San Diego, San Francisco, Boise, Portland, and Ashland. The organization maintains an active online presence, engaging with its audience through social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, and encourages support through donations and newsletter signups. Play On Shakespeare remains a vital resource for those seeking to explore Shakespeare's works in new and innovative ways, contributing to the enduring legacy of one of the world's greatest playwrights.