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Much Ado About Nothing is a comedic play by William Shakespeare thought to have been written in 1598 and 1599, as Shakespeare was approaching the middle of his career. The play was included in the First Folio, published in 1623. Much Ado About Nothing is generally considered one of Shakespeare's more...

Original

Original Cast


(Prince of Aragon)

(companion of Don Pedro)
Christopher Bowen, a seasoned British actor with a rich history of theatrical performances, including a stint with the RSC in the 1980s, brought his extensive experience to the stage in past productions such as "Much Ado About Nothing." more...

(Don Pedro's bastard brother)
(Applause Books)
(Applause Books)

(an orphan, Leonato's niece)
Sinéad Cusack, an acclaimed Irish actress with a distinguished career in both stage and screen, brought her exceptional talent to the role of Beatrice in a past production of "Much Ado About Nothing" in London's West End. more...

(Leonato's brother)
Second Messenger (u/s)
(Applause Books)

(follower of Don John)

(companion of Don Pedro)

(Governor of Messina)

(Leonato's daughter)
George Seacoal
(Applause Books)
Josetta
(Applause Books)

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Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Much Ado About Nothing — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1985 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Play Derek Jacobi
1985 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Derek Jacobi
1985 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Sinead Cusack
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play Barnard Hughes
1973 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Kathleen Widdoes

Production Team

Terry Hands Director
Lighting Designer
Doreen Hermitage Choreographer
Nigel Hess Composer
(Incidental Music)
Donald Johnston Musical Director
Ralph Koltai Scenic Designer
Alexander Reid Costume Designer

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