MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, KING LEAR and More Set for Seattle Shakespeare's 2013-14 Season

Seattle Shakespeare has announced its 2013-14 schedule. Details below!

2013-2014 Indoor Season:

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

By William Shakespeare

Directed by George Mount

Oct. 23-Nov. 17, 2013

Performed at the Center Theatre at Seattle Center

Everyone knows that Beatrice and Benedick were meant for each other...except these two sharp-tongued wits can't see it themselves! Only the shared resolve of redeeming a young girl's honor brings the warring pair together. Filled with eccentric clowns, heart-warming families, and troublesome rogues, this vibrant comic celebration of romance will have you cheering when love eventually wins out.

Pay-What-You-Will Preview Oct. 22

Previews Oct. 23 & 24

Opening Night Oct. 25

Final Performance Nov. 17

RICHARD II

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Rosa Joshi

Jan. 8-Feb. 2, 2014

Performed at the Center Theatre at Seattle Center

This lyrical beginning to the War of the Roses is among the most moving of all of Shakespeare's histories. More poet than monarch, Richard is ill-suited to the role that lineage and legacy demands of him. Surrounded by ambitious men who would prey on his vulnerabilities, Richard is toppled from the throne by his cunning and capable cousin, Henry. But in the loss of his worldly power, Richard makes an unexpected revelation far more important than any kingdom.

Pay-What-You-Will Jan. 7

Previews Jan. 8 & 9

Opening Night Jan. 10

Final Performance Feb. 2

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

By Oscar Wilde

Directed by Victor Pappas

March 19-Apr. 13, 2014

Performed at the Center Theatre at Seattle Center

Oscar Wilde's outlandish masterpiece is one of the cleverest comedies in the English language. Dapper Jack Worthing and Algernon, his compatriot in cavorting, have fallen for two ladies who have their hearts set on marrying a man named Ernest. In order to pursue the romance, both men concoct an elaborate deception which leads to an even more outlandish surprise when the formidable Lady Bracknell starts sleuthing about for the far-fetched truth.

Pay-What-You-Will Mar. 18

Preview Mar. 19 & 20

Opening Night Mar. 21

Final Performance Apr. 13

KING LEAR

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Sheila Daniels

Apr. 24-May 11, 2014

Performed at the Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center

The ultimate family drama matched by intense political intrigue, King Lear traces an aging monarch's descent into madness. Weary of his royal duties, King Lear elects to distribute his lands among his three daughters. But sweet falsities and hubris blind Lear to the true motives of those around him, scorching king and kingdom to ashes with consequences that unearth the worst and best in human nature.

Pay-What-You-Will Apr 23

Preview Apr. 24

Opening Night Apr 25

Final Performance May 11

All titles, dates, and artists subject to change.

Venues:

- Center Theatre at Seattle Center, 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109

- Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, 201 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109

Website: www.seattleshakespeare.org. Box Office Phone Number: (206) 733-8222. Box Office Hours: Tues-Fri 1PM-6:00 PM (and one hour before curtain); Sat/Sun 1PM-7PM* *during selected performance weeks. Performance Schedule: Wednesday-Friday 7:30 PM; Saturday 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM; Sunday 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM.

Single Ticket Prices - Preview performances: Adult $25; Under 25/Over 60 $25; Friday & Saturday Evenings Adult $43; Under 25/Over 60 $33; Thur/Sun Mat/ Sun Eve. Adult $39; Under 25/Over 60 $30; Wed Eve/Saturday Matinees All seats $29. Group Rates (10 or more): $23 - $15 (dependent on day attending and size of group). Discount Ticket Opportunities: $10 Groundling Rush tickets are available one half hour prior to curtain to Groundling members.

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