Shakespeare on the Sound (Joanna Settle, Artistic Director), Connecticut's premier outdoor summer theater company presenting free Shakespeare in the park, will present Othello, under the direction of Joanna Settle this summer. Also returning for another season will be Tony Award-winning singer-songwriter Stew, who will provide original music and songs for the production, and set designer Andrew Lieberman.
"In Othello, we have the deepest possible look into the psyche of friendship, class, race and love. I cannot wait to dig into this script with my colleagues and with our devoted audience," enthused Settle. "And how fortunate to have the magnificent Stew returning this season, joined by visionary designer Andrew Lieberman, my collaborator of 11 years. Othello is one of Shakespeare's most complex and thrilling narratives, ideal for our location and just right for the times. See you in the Park!""No one had ever been brave (or crazy) enough to give me the opportunity to do anything with Shakespeare until Joanna asked if I wanted to come along on her Midsummer ride last year," commented Stew. "I am forever indebted to her for creating the kind of trusting and open artistic environment that allowed me to work with Big Willy on my own rock and roll terms. As a result of our work on Midsummer, Shake has become my homey and I'd like to work with him (and Joanna) as much as possible. Othello is my next chance."Videos