University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre Presents As You Like It

The University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre presents As You Like It, one of Shakespeare's most engaging cross-dressing comedies. Set in modern day, Turich's As You Like It leads us on a refreshing escape from our technology-laden lives into a world where strangers become friends, lovers learn to woo, and families reunite, all without the assistance of cell phones, Facebook, or apps. Shakespeare's language and wit come to life in this fresh, contemporary production that features 21st century social media technology, original music by student composers, and a spectacular dance number you won't want to miss.

Pittsburgh native Sam Turich directs an ensemble cast of sixteen, including local favorite Ken Bolden as the melancholic Jaques. Turich, known for his acting and directorial work both at the university and throughout the city, teams up with set designer Joseph Gourley to evoke the thematic juxtaposition between city and country explored throughout the play. Gourley, based out of New York, has designed for Off-Broadway, regional theaters, television, and film.

Shakespeare in the Schools, the educational outreach arm of the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Theatre Arts offers a special full-length student matinee performance of As You Like It on March 31, at 10:00 am in the Charity Randall Theatre for school groups. Tickets are only $8 per student and chaperone tickets are free. For more information about the student matinee email sits@pitt.edu.

The University of Pittsburgh's Department of Theatre Arts (founded in 1982) offers BA, MA, MFA and PhD degrees in Theatre Arts. All faculty members are active in teaching, research, and artistic projects. The department shares a philosophy of theatre education, the chief feature of which is the firm conviction that theory and practice, academic and creative work, and educational and professional theatre must be integrated for a successful program of theatre education. The University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre is the department's flagship theatre company with performance spaces in the landmark Stephen Foster Memorial and the Cathedral of Learning. For more information about the University of Pittsburgh Repertory Theatre, please visit www.play.pitt.edu.

Preview Thursday, March 31st, Opening Night Friday, April 1st

TICKETS: Call 412-624-PLAY or visit www.play.pitt.edu, $25 single tickets,

$12 students, $15 senior citizens, $20 Pitt faculty, staff & alumni