Much Ado About Nothing at Jobsite Theater

Much Ado About Nothing

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Katherine Yacko

Featuring an original score by Jeremy Douglass

Jan. 13 – Feb. 7, 2027

Jaeb Theater, Straz Center

Single ticket prices vary by theater, date, and seating area and increase based on demand. Book early to avoid paying more!

“I had rather hear my dog bark at a crow than a man swear he loves me.” Shakespeare’s OG rom-com, Much Ado About Nothing features the classic couple Benedick (Producing Artistic Director David Jenkins), an arrogant and confirmed bachelor, and Beatrice (Artistic Associate Katrina Stevenson), his favorite sparring partner.

While the feisty couple hides their infatuation beneath witty barbs, young love blossoms as Hero and Claudio race to the altar. When the noble Don Pedro’s wicked brother Don John conspires to break up the wedding, will false accusations and misunderstandings prevent a happy ending? Will the weird Dogberry and his misfit watch save the day? Witty wordplay, passionate poetry, and clever plot twists make this the perfect romantic evening to share love and laughter.

For the first time in the 27 years that Jobsite has offered the Tampa Bay area unique spins on the Bard, Producing Artistic Director David Jenkins has abdicated the director’s chair in favor of the stage. He is joined by long-time collaborator and regional favorite Katrina Stevenson, the two last appeared on stage together in the Theatre Tampa Bay Award-winning The Beauty Queen of Leenane.