We were here about a year and a half ago and really enjoyed taking a tour of the theater. Inside is the Blackfriars Playhouse, a replica of the original Blackfriars Theatre in London- where William Shakespeare would have hung out!
So, we were able to catch a GREAT performance of "Much Ado About Nothing" when we stopped by. It was a little over $80 for two cheap seats, but we agreed that it was worth it! These guys put on a heck of a play! AND, the actors perform acoustic versions of pop standards before the show, and during intermission!
When I say they performed the songs, they performed them. The actors literally played drums, guitars, etc as they also sang. I enjoyed this part of the show as much as the play. These guys practice and put a lot into it. With the Shakespearean costumes, and the fun the actors were having performing, it reminded me a little of the musical numbers in Shrek.They are going for as much of a real Shakespeare vibe as modernly possible here, and it was great seeing fans sitting on the stage, actors interacting with the crowd, and talented professionals competently performing.
This is a rare, unique experience that should be on everyone's list.
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