Feature: International Shakespeare Center Repertory Company Launch at the Rufina Taproom

In celebration of both Shakespeare's 455th birthday and their 2019 repertory company, the International Shakespeare Center will hold a fundraiser and season launch event on Tuesday, April 23rd from 6-9 PM at the Rufina Taproom (2920 Rufina St.) in Santa Fe.

The fundraiser will feature a performance of a scene from the ISC's upcoming production of 1 Henry IV, directed by Ariana Karp and featuring Noah Segard as Prince Hal and Marty Madden as Falstaff, as well as the rest of the members of the ISC repertory company, including Paul Walsky as Henry IV. Additionally, patrons will be able to meet and mingle with the company, directors, and dramaturg throughout the evening. The Taproom will donate a portion of all sales when The ISC is mentioned.

The theme for the ISC's 2019 season is Questions of Honor, with performances of two of Shakespeare's greatest plays, each one exploring what honor means and its importance to different people: Part One of King Henry the Fourth and Measure for Measure.

Part One of King Henry the Fourth: The reign of King Henry the Fourth (who usurped Richard the Second) is threatened by disgruntled noblemen who feel he is treating them unfairly. The King's son, Prince Hal (who will eventually become Henry the Fifth), cavorts in taverns with low-class thieves and drunkards, including one of theater's most enduring and memorable characters, Falstaff. Will he rise to his role as the future king?

Measure for Measure: A young nun must choose between forced sex with the cruel and hypocritical Angelo or the execution of her beloved brother. Issues of honor, mercy, justice, and much hypocrisy and pretense are explored.

Performances for the ISC season will be at the Swan Theatre (1213 Parkway Dr.) from August 22 through September 8, with shows on Thursdays through Sundays.