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A special chance to see world-renowned Shakespeare actor and teacher Tina Packer
in the regional premiere of Women of Will
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Don't Miss Women of Will
March 16-27, 2011 at Spirit Square's Duke Energy Theatre
Help us kick of The 2011 Charlotte Shakespeare Festival early this year by taking a thrilling ride through history with some of Shakespeare's wittiest, wisest, bravest and sexiest heroines as seen through the eyes of world-renowned performer and teacher Tina Packer. Women of Will is the culmination of Packer's lifelong passion for Shakespeare and has been hailed by critics as "a dazzling and illuminating piece of work." Don't miss the chance to witness a master of her craft in action in this special regional premiere performance.
Two weeks only! March 16-27, 2011
Wed/Thurs at 7:30pm; Fri./Sat at 8:00pm; Sun at 3:00pm
Duke Energy Theatre at Spirit Square (345 N. College Street)
Tickets $20-25** available from CarolinaTix.org or by calling 704-372-1000
*The Wed March 16 performance is "Pay What You Can" (suggested $10 minimum donation at the door). No tickets required. **See the bottom of this email for a special discount offer
Directed by Eric Tucker
Starring Tina Packer and Nigel Gore
"Ms. Packer glows with the energy of a quick, bright mind discovering - and enjoying - itself. Riding those words like an expert equestrian..." - Ben Brantley, NY Times
"A dazzling and illuminating piece of work. For anyone who cares about women, Shakespeare, or especially women in Shakespeare, it's not to be missed." - Louise Kennedy, Boston Globe
Tina Packer was born in England, trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and was an associate artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company, performing in the West End and on BBC television. She is one of the country's foremost experts on Shakespeare and theatre arts and is the founder and former Artistic Director of Shakespeare & Company, now one of the largest and most critically acclaimed Shakespeare festivals in North America. Recognized by more than 20 awards, honors and fellowships, she has twice received the Elliot Norton Award, as well as the state of Massachusetts' highest cultural honor, The Commonwealth Award, in addition to Guggenheim and Bunting Fellowships. She has directed nearly every Shakespeare play. |
