The Michigan Shakespeare Festival presents Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing as part of a fully professional rotating classical repertory. The production is brought to life in a richly detailed period production under the direction of Janice L Blixt and Robert Kauzlaric. The show is described as a sparkling ur-rom-com and is part of the festival's inaugural season at its new permanent home.
Authors
Tony Awards and Nominations for Much Ado About Nothing
| Year | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Best Revival | Nominated |
Cast and Creative Team for Much Ado About Nothing at Hilberry Gateway, Wayne State University
Creative Team
Janice L Blixt
Director
Robert Kauzlaric
Director
News About Much Ado About Nothing at Hilberry Gateway, Wayne State University
Classical Repertory Theatre Will Return to The Hilberry This Summer
June 02, 2026 Michigan Shakespeare Festival will present a rotating repertory of three productions at the Hilberry Gateway at Wayne State University this summer, including RICHARD III, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and a world premiere adaptation of THE BEAUX' STRATAGEM.About the Theatre
Hilberry Gateway, Wayne State University Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Hilberry Gateway, Wayne State University?
The Beaux' Stratagem: A Comedy of Bad Manners (07/09/26-08/02/26)
What shows have played recently at Hilberry Gateway, Wayne State University?
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Oliver! The Berman Center for Performing Arts (7/17-7/26) |
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Matilda the Musical Croswell Opera House (8/08-8/14) |
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Come From Away Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre (10/08-10/18) |
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Murakami by the Sea Arthur Miller Theatre (4/08-4/11) |
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Little Shop of Horrors 40th Anniversary Tour with Ellen Greene (the Original Audrey) Fisher Theater (8/21-8/21) |
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SISTER ACT THE ENCORE MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY (10/08-10/17) |
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Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue Dow Event Center (9/30-9/30) |
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The SeAH Korean Art Song Gala Hill Auditorium (9/27-9/27) |
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COME FROM AWAY Avon Players (9/11-9/26) |
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Beetlejuice Cobb Great Hall (9/18-9/20) |