Guide to the Season Plays 2013- 2014

The Guide to the Season Plays, introduces you to the 2013 – 2014 Season at the Shakespeare Theatre Company. The Guide provides you the opportunity to deepen your connection to the plays that will be on our stage in the upcoming year. Scholars and writers from across the country have shared their thoughts, research and intelligent analysis. Take this guide with you wherever you go on your favorite device as you prepare to attend our productions. About the Shakespeare Theatre CompanyThe Shakespeare Theatre Company, the recipient of the 2012 Regional Theatre Tony Award (R), works to present classic theatre of scope and size in an imaginative, skillful and accessible American style that honors the playwrights' language and intentions will viewing their work through a 21st-century lens. STC's productions blend classical traditions and modern originality. Hallmarks include exquisite sets, elegant costumes, leading classical actors and, above all, an uncompromising dedication to quality. About STC EducationThe central mission of the Shakespeare Theatre Company Education department is to deepen understanding of, appreciation for and connection to classic theatre in diverse learners of all ages through accessible programs that celebrate multiple perspectives. We seek to fulfill this mission through establishing a myriad of innovative avenues to experience the classics, strengthening our collaborations with schools locally and nationally, engaging in scholarly dialogue with community and audience members. We seek to empower learners to think critically, question freely, share openly and engage in an ongoing exploration of Shakespeare.From Artistic Director Michael Kahn:Education is an important element of any professional theatre, but for a classical theatre like Shakespeare Theatre Company, it is vital. We aim to lead as the nation’s premier destination for classical theatre, providing a training ground for the next generation of theatre artists and high-quality educational content for audiences, students and scholars. It is our responsibility to share our passion for Shakespeare with the next generation and the larger community. As the Artistic Director of the Shakespeare Theatre Company, it is a mission I take very seriously.I believe in an ongoing study and practice of Shakespeare and his work. Exploring the classics is not only rigorous and stimulating – it also leads us closer to universal truths. When we go to the theatre, we engage with other human beings. We are part of a community where we are asked to be compassionate: to laugh with or grieve for others, and to understand people, lives and cultures different from our own.With our range of Education programs, we strive to support and expand the work on our stages in many different environments. We endeavor to foster passion for the arts and to deepen the connection to classical theatre in learners of all ages and backgrounds. And by sharing its magic, we work to secure the future of classical theatre for generations to come.-Michael Kahn