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Top 5 Reasons to Go See Merry Wives

by Melissa Edelblum August 14, 2021
written by Melissa Edelblum

After the year and a half+ we all had, we could use a little bit of merriment in our lives. So, without further (much) ado (about nothing) – here are your top 5 reasons to run to see the current production of Merry Wives – this summer’s featured Free Shakespeare in The Park show presented by The Public Theatre.

1.) The diverse and unique perspectives brought to a classic work. Upon being seated, audiences are fully welcomed into the production via a drummer on stage who invites audience members to participate in a series of call and response greetings that are native to various African nations, including Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa, among several others.  This warm welcome brings us into the world of modern day South Harlem and sets up the stage perfectly for this witty and fun production of Merry Wives, which is a spin on Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor adapted by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Associate Art Director/Resident Director Saheem Ali. The choices made regarding this production make it clear that this is more than just your average Shakespeare in the park show – this summer’s production is here to honor Black joy, queerness, differences, similarities, heritages of all sorts, and the city itself.

2.) Physical comedy. Mark my words, there is no greater joy than seeing excellent physical comedy in a Shakespeare production. A good physical performance can take the antiquated words from the page and transport them centuries into the future. Overall, the performances were very strong – it was clear that the cast trusted each other and celebrated heritage, the Bard, and each other on that stage. I would be remiss if I didn’t shout out Jacob Ming-Trent, who portrays Falstaff in one of the most innovative and dynamic ways I’ve ever seen – perfectly adapted for a modern audience, but remaining true to iconic joker himself. Comedy gold was shining thru when Madam Nkechi Ford (Emmy nominee, Susan Kelechi Watson) and Madame Ekua Page (Tony nominee, Pascale Armand) play Falstaff’s game and meet him with shenanigans of their own in their element, heightening the confusion and making the encounter all the more enjoyable for the audience.

3.) Lights! Sets! Choreography! Costumes! Where to start. The craftsmanship of Merry Wives was all around outstanding. As mentioned earlier, from the get go, the audience is fully immersed in the world of this contemporary story. The scenic design by Beowulf Boritt and costume design by Dede Ayite focus on the small, but necessary details that make this production realistic and relatable such as Black Lives Matter signage all around the neighborhood and decorated iPhone cases that were used by characters to capture hysterical moments. At the end of the show there, we are transported into a “dream-like” sequence, which utilizes costumes and design in an extremely dynamic way that derives elements from various African cultures, making the scene impactful and emotional not only for Falstaff, but also for the entire theatre. Speaking of the “dream-like” scene, the choreography (by Darrell Grand Moultrie) and fight direction (by Rocío Mendez) were powerful vehicles for physical storytelling throughout the duration of the 110 minute show. The use of movement truly propelled the story in ways that just dialogue did not, we felt more connected to the characters and the emotional journeys they were going on.

4.) Theatre, but make it socially distanced (and vaccinated). Re-acclimating to “normal” life is a challenge in its own right. In addition to being an outdoor production (which is a staple of Shakespeare in the Park whether during a pandemic or not), The Public is requiring proof of vaccination for full capacity seating areas. Upon walking into the Delacorte Theatre, you must wear a mask until you get to your seat and those in physically distanced seating areas do not need to provide proof of negative testing, but those non-vaccinated guests must remain masked at all times. I’ve seen a few productions back at this point and this was by far among the safest I felt. A huge thank you to The Public for taking the initiative to put the safety of so many New Yorkers first.

5.) Merry Wives highlights the beauty of New York City in all its glory! Free Shakespeare in the Park has been a New York City tradition since 1954 and it’s one of the few that continues to strive to make professional theatre relevant to new generations and widely available to diverse audiences. This production is a love letter to New York and shows the world that we’re back and merry, baby!

Free Shakespeare in the Park’s production of Merry Wives as presented by The Public Theatre, is playing at the Delacorte Theatre (81 Central Park West) through September 18th, 2021. For more information, please visit: https://publictheater.org/productions/season/2021/sitp/merry-wives/

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The Art of Brooklyn Film Festival is Back Online!

by Jake King June 3, 2021
written by Jake King

Not even a pandemic can hold independent filmmakers down!

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Exclusive: Director, Producer, & More Talk New Broadway Podcast Musical ‘The World To Come’

by Sydney Hargrove October 25, 2020
written by Sydney Hargrove

The current and ever so long Broadway shutdown has made so many people eager to get their musical fix in any way they can, and this new age of podcast musicals provides an exciting and immersive way to sit back, relax and enjoy some incredible musical content from the comforts of your own home.

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Bringing Travel Back to Entertainment Industry Through Groundbreaking Location Scouting Technology

by ElizaBeth Taylor October 9, 2020
written by ElizaBeth Taylor

The entertainment world continues to strive to get back on its feet.

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Socializing from Home – The Show Must Go On and So Must Entertainers

by ElizaBeth Taylor October 5, 2020
written by ElizaBeth Taylor

To speak to someone who is normally fully employed in entertainment during the pandemic can be rather depressing.

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Exclusive: Leslie Odom Jr. Talks ‘Hamilton’ Coming To Disney+

by Eliana Arian July 1, 2020
written by Eliana Arian

Check out our exclusive interview with Leslie Odom Jr. from the hit Broadway musical “Hamilton”, coming to Disney+ soon!

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Exclusive: Renée Élise Goldsberry Talks the Upcoming ‘Hamilton’ Movie and her Experience Starring in the Hit Show

by Sydney Hargrove June 29, 2020
written by Sydney Hargrove

Check out our exclusive interview with Renée Élise Goldsberry from the hit Broadway musical, “Hamilton”, coming to Disney+ July 3!

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Exclusive Interview: Ryan McCartan Talks the Magic of Frozen

by Eliana Arian March 6, 2020
written by Eliana Arian

The hit Disney musical, Frozen, welcomed Ryan McCartan to the show on February 18, 2020, as he took over the role from Joe Carroll. McCarten, who plays Prince Hans, the charming yet power-hungry love interest, is no stranger to the stage.

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Meet Frozen the Musical’s Newest Star: Ciara Renée

by Eliana Arian March 6, 2020
written by Eliana Arian

The Broadway adaptation of Frozen has welcomed a new Elsa, Anna, and Hans to the musical, beginning February 18 and Ciara Renée, who took over the role of Elsa, has brought pure magic to the stage.

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Exclusive Interview with McKenzie Kurtz, Making her Broadway Debut in Frozen

by Eliana Arian March 6, 2020
written by Eliana Arian

McKenzie Kurtz, a recent graduate of the University of Michigan, is making her Broadway Debut in Disney’s Frozen, as Princess Anna, and absolutely shining in the role.

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