Pittsburgh's South Park Theatre Brings Shakespeare to the Stage

With the cooler weather rolling in, it is the perfect time to see Shakespeare outside, under the stars. Even better when it's at a local Pittsburgh theater.

 

Husband and wife co-directors, Jeff Boles and Julie Ann, talk about their production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at South Park Theatre. Ann discusses the multi-faceted plot, which includes love triangles, running away to the forest, and many mischievous fairies. The duo also talks about working together on their first production as co-directors, and how their different skill sets help bring it all together. They showcase how this all came together, with many wanting to see Shakespeare under the stars.  

 

They both teach a Shakespeare class, with many students going on to compete at the Pittsburgh Public's Shakespeare Monologue competition. For Jeff and Julie, it has come full circle as many of their students are in the show, including their two children!  

 

You can see "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the outdoor stage at South Park Theatre from September 12th to the 14th. Tickets sold at the door for only $15. Saturday, September 13th will have two shows, one at 2 pm and one at 7 pm.

Visit here to learn more, and see what else is coming up!  

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