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Sinclair Theatre will be presenting one of William Shakespeare’s classics, “The Taming of the Shrew,” from Sept.28-Oct.6.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

William Shakespeare\u2019s racy comedy centers on the wooing of Katherina (Kate) by a young adventurer from Verona, Petruchio, who attempts to court and transform the headstrong \u201cshrew.\u201d Kate\u2019s younger sister, Bianca, is beautiful, sought-after and seemingly obedient, but she cannot marry before her older, surly sister.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nelson Sheeley, the director of production, arrived at Sinclair in 2006. He is a graduate of the Yale School of Drama, a 2007 DayTony winner, and has experience directing \u201cSomething\u2019s Afoot,\u201d \u201cLittle Shop of Horrors,\u201d and \u201cTaking Steps,\u201d to name a few.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a funny, filthy sex farce,\u201d said Sheeley. \u201cAnd if you know that, and come to it, then you\u2019ll have a great time.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Directing \u201cThe Taming of the Shrew\u201d for the second time in his career, Sheeley said that among the many interesting aspects of the play, it also offers the two extremes of courtship, the idealistic and googly-eyed wooing of Bianca, and the battling between Kate and Petruchio.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This year, along with this late 16th century Shakespeare classic, Sinclair\u2019s Theatre department will also produce three other plays: two contemporaries, \u201cA Plague of Angels\u201d and \u201cIntimate Apparel\u201d and a musical, \u201cGodspell.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Interim Chair of the Theatre & Dance Department and \u201cThe Taming of the Shrew\u201d producer, Gina Neuerer, said that variety is an obligation in the experience and education of students within the Theatre Department.<\/strong><\/p>\n

A classic piece is scheduled into production along with contemporary work to give a breadth of exposure to students.<\/strong><\/p>\n

With four productions planned this academic year, Neuerer described each play and its respective classification as being part of a puzzle that must come together as a balanced production season.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u201cThe main characters in all these shows are spirited,\u201d said Neuerer. \u201cThey are fighting for something.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sheeley said that with only a handful of performers coming from outside Sinclair to play older roles, the majority of the cast is playing their own age, and he feels that this will only add to the fun.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Isaac Hollister, who plays Petruchio, said that the cast is getting along great, and that the play\u2019s content actually demands that the actors be comfortable with one another.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Performance majors are required to audition, but it is not a closed-casting process and any Sinclair student or community member is welcome to audition.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Students also work behind the scenes, getting hands-on experience learning about the many aspects of theatre production, from lighting and construction to costume design.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the 2011-2012 season, Sinclair Theatre won 27 DayTonys last August.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cWe are very proud because actually what I have is a stack of awards that I give to the students, said Neuerer. \u201cThe most important thing to me is that it\u2019s an opportunity for the students to get recognized. That, for us, is the best part of being a part of the DayTonys.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sheeley said that younger people shouldn\u2019t feel intimidated about attending a show and they shouldn\u2019t allow a false impression that this is a snobbish art form or let dress code worries deter them from attending a show. All one really needs to do is remember to be courteous, turn off the cell phone and enjoy.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cThere\u2019s nothing like it,\u201d said Sheeley. \u201cYou cannot replace live theatre with movies or television. It is a thing unto itself, and everybody should give it a go.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors, students and Sinclair employees.<\/strong><\/p>\n

For more information regarding ticket sales, visit www.sinclair.edu\/arts\/theatre\/box-office or call (937) 512-2076.<\/strong><\/p>\n


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