Shakespeare at the McGlohon - 2008

Collaborative Arts Theatre is proud to present the second production of its third annual Shakespeare Festival: William Shakespeare's

Directed by Alec Harrington

July 30 - August 10, 2008

Wednesdays - Saturdays at 8:00 pm
Sunday August 3 at 2:30 and 7:00 pm
Saturday August 9 at 2:30 and 8:00 pm
Sunday August 10 at 2:30 pm

at the McGlohon Theatre in Spirit Square
in beautiful Charlotte, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

(directions, parking, etc....)

Admission is Free
(donations will be accepted at the end of the performance)

No Reservations Required

Much Ado About Nothing is a “merry war of wits” between Beatrice and Benedick, who vow to remain single while their friends and family conspire to trick them into falling in love. Wordplay and deception combined with humor and romance make this one of Shakespeare’s most loved romantic comedies.

The show runs approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes (including an intermission).
Appropriate for all ages.

Seating and Viewing Areas:

The McGlohon Theatre seats over 500 and has two levels: the Orchestra (stage) Level and the Balcony Level. The center front section of the Orchestra level features cabaret-style seating (tables and chairs).

All seats are first-come, first-served.

VIP Seating

We offer special VIP seating for donors in the cabaret section. For each fully tax-deductible donation of $50, we'll reserve two of the best seats in the house for you. To reserve your VIP seats, or get more information, contact us at 704 625-1288, or send email to the address below.

Enjoy Food and Beverages During The Show

We will offer specially-themed food and beverages for purchase in the lobby of the McGlohon before the show and during intermission. Patrons are welcome to take these into the theatre.

For more information, please see our FAQ page.

Sponsors

Official Photography by Mitchell Kearney

Crew

Director		Alec Harrington
Producers		Joe Copley, Elise Wilkinson
Costume Designer		Kendra Johnston
Set Designer		Chris Timmons
Lighting Designer		Trista Rothe
Production Managers		Melissa Robinson, Chaz Pofahl
Stage Manager		Sabrina Blanks
Board Ops		Stephanie Phillips Andrew Leitch
Production Assistants		Heather Bartlett, Caleb Moore, Roshunda Anthony
Education Director/Choreographer		Greta Marie Zandsta
Musical Composer		Andrew Levin

Cast

Balthasar/Watch 2		Alex Brightwell
Borachio		Myk Chambers
Benedick		Joe Copley
Antonio		Allen England
Friar/Sexton		Joe Falocco
Watch 3		Julia Grigg
Watch 1		Christian Michelsen
Hero		Leah Palmer-Licht
Don John/Verges		Greg Paroff
Claudio		Chaz Pofahl
Conrade		James Shafer
Dogberry		Peter Smeal
Leonato		Craig Spradley
Margaret		Ashli Stepp
Don Pedro		Patrick Tansor
Beatrice		Elise Wilkinson
Ursula		Greta Marie Zandstra

Free Admission

There is no admission charge for Much Ado About Nothing, but donations will be accepted. No reservations are necessary. Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase in the lobby of the theatre.

Special Thanks

In addition to the contributions of our cast, design and production staff, we are very grateful for the support of the following companies and individuals:

The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Women’s Impact Fund

Ken Akers

Arts & Science Council

Lydia Arnold & Rob Carr

Herb & Diane Althouse

Mitchell Kearney

Robin & Brenda Wilkinson