DRUNK SHAKESPEARE Makes Its Way To Phoenix

Creators Scott Griffin and David Hudson announced that the Phoenix. production of the "smashed" hit comedy, Drunk Shakespeare, will open at The Rose Theatre (located in the Arizona Center at 455 N 3rd St) on Thursday, August 25th, 2022 for a limited run thru January 14th, 2023.

Directed by Hudson and Lisa Klages, it begins with one actor drinking five shots of liquor before attempting to lead the cast through a Shakespeare play in under 90 minutes.

The show is performed at The Rose Theatre, a new venue with a hidden entrance off the valet parking at Arizona Center, a shopping, dining and entertainment destination in the heart of downtown Phoenix. "Arizona Center is the perfect venue for this hit production," said Paola Cicuttini, vice president of marketing and corporate communications for Arizona Center. "Downtown Phoenix is a vibrant and thriving arts community, so this just adds to the exciting events and activities going on downtown. And the fact that this is only showing in New York, Chicago, D.C. and now Phoenix - is a huge testament to all that Arizona Center and Downtown Phoenix has to offer." The theater features a library speakeasy with 15,000 books and craft cocktails served throughout performances.

The Drunk Shakespeare Society has been meeting, drinking and performing Shakespeare for over a thousand nights ... and over a thousand liters of liquor. This talented troupe of rotating members loves sharing the epic poetry of William Shakespeare, but you don't need to know a lick of it to enjoy yourself. Pop culture references, improvisation, audience games, a wealth of surprises and liberal departures from the text (with outrageous consequences) make this accessible for anyone who likes a good time. Every night is different and truly anything can happen.

The show will open with performances on Thursdays at 7:30pm and Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and 9pm. The company's comprehensive COVID protocol is available at DrunkShakespeare.com. Only ages 21+ are admitted. Tickets are $39 for balcony seating, $59 for mezzanine seating, and $79 for stage-side seats which get you closer to the action.

A single luxury experience is available for $500 which allows you to be Queen or King of the evening, including a throne and crown for two, a bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne, caviar, hand-crafted chocolates, and most importantly, decision-making powers during the show... If nobody reserves the Royal treatment beforehand, it is auctioned off to the highest bidder at the start of the evening.

For more information and tickets visit DrunkShakespeare.com.

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