Marin Shakespeare Presents TWELFTH NIGHT, OR ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE 7/25 Thru 9/27

Welcome to Illyria, the most hip, far out, psychedelic place in the world! So begins Robert and Lesley Currier's adaptation of "Twelfth Night, or All You Need is Love," a 1960-70's music-filled adaptation of Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night," the gender bender romantic comedy where women woo their men -- as boys. Featuring William Elsman, Alexandra Matthew, Jack Powell and Cat Thompson. Directed by Robert and Lesley Currier.

Opening July 25 to Sept. 27, 2009, previews July 17 & July 19, 2009. 8 p.m. performances Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays; 4 p.m. Sundays.

See the complete Marin Shakespeare Company 2009 schedule for dates of previews, repertory performances and special events at www.marinshakespeare.org.

At the Forest Meadows Amphitheatre, 1475 Grand Avenue, Dominican University of California, San Rafael, Calif.

Tickets $15 to $30. Pay What You Will: 8 p.m. Friday, July 17. 20th Season Celebration Tickets: 8 p.m. Sunday, July 19 - $20 for all. Advance: $27.50 General; $22.50 Senior (age 65 and over); $15 Youth (18 & under). At the door: $30 General; $25 Senior; $15 Youth.

For more information, call 415-499-4488 or visit www.marinshakespeare.org.

Cast includes Orsino - William Elsman*, Viola - Alexandra Matthew*, Sea Captain / Sir Yogi - Terry Rucker, Sir Toby - Robert Currier, Maria - Shannon Veon Kase, Aguecheek - Camilla Ford, Feste - Lucas McClure*, Olivia - Cat Thompson*, Malvolio - Jack Powell*, Sebastian - Alex Curtis, Antonio - Steve Budd. * (AEA)

Free onsite parking. Located near public transit. Comfortable bench seating. Theater opens one hour prior to show time for picnicking. Bring your own picnic or purchase snacks at the Theatre Café. Warm clothing, jackets, blankets recommended for evening performances. Call box office for special parking needs.

Photo credit: Steve Underwood