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    The Taming of the Shrew

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    Presented by The Baron's Men at The Curtain Theatre

    October 19-October 25, 2008

    Avg. Event Rating (4.4 Stars): 4.5 out of 5 stars rating
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    Shakespeare’s timeless comedy brought to brilliant sixteenth century life in a scale copy of the globe theatre. Join us for a fire lit evening of renaissance costumes, singing, dancing and merriment under the beautiful stars on the shores of Lake Austin. Experience the theater as Shakespeare would have known it.


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      • Venue Info

        The Curtain Theatre

        7400 Coldwater Canyon
        Austin, TX 78730

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      • Admission Info

        Regular Ticket Info: $10 general admission, open bench seating, feel free to bring your own cushion $8 for students, Seniors 65 and over, and ACoT members

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      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        October 19-October 25, 2008

        Times:
        Sunday, October 19, 3:00 P.M
        Friday, October 24, 8:00 P.M
        Saturday, October 25, 8:00 P.M

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      • Member Reviews
        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          5 out of 5 stars rating "What a great evening!"
          Review posted by: EdithAnne from Karanos, EK, Oct 27, 2008

          From the ambiance of the Curtain Theatre through the memorable production to the hot cocoa and cider, this was the most fun I've had in live theatre in years. The comments I overheard at intermission... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Taming of the Shrew"
          Review posted by: Linda McK from Cedar Creek, Texas, Oct 24, 2008

          This certainly is a MUST SEE! What a treat to attend this production at THE CURTAIN theater. Just attending the TAMING OF THE SHREW with it's wonderful actors, makes you think back to what it must... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Such a great production!"
          Review posted by: Taadu from Austin, TX, Oct 22, 2008

          I went with my wife and two kids (ages 6 and 9) and we all had a great time. I was suprised that the kids liked it so much, but I bet it was the great physical comedy that was throughout the play. The... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Great fun at the Curtain Theater"
          Review posted by: Trevor from Cedar Park, Oct 22, 2008

          The Baron's Men have served up great fun with their rendition of The Taming of the Shrew. They seem to look for comedy anywhere possible, often times finding it in the least likely of places. Take for... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          3.5 out of 5 stars rating "Taming of the Shrew a delight; the setting too!"
          Review posted by: Jenny Meadows from Austin TX, Oct 20, 2008

          The Taming of the Shrew is one of my favorite of Shakespeare's plays, and The Baron's Men acting troupe kept me laughing. I've done a lot of theater, so when I saw the preview (essentially the dress... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "SO glad this kind of theater is available in Austin!"
          Review posted by: Amy S from Cedar Park, TX, Oct 20, 2008

          Shakespeare isn't easy to bring to today's audiences, but the Baron's Men do a great job, most notably because you can tell they enjoy what they're doing. The funny parts are played to the hilt,... Expand

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      Reviews

      • Member Reviews
        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          5 out of 5 stars rating "What a great evening!"
          Review posted by: EdithAnne from Karanos, EK, Oct 27, 2008

          From the ambiance of the Curtain Theatre through the memorable production to the hot cocoa and cider, this was the most fun I've had in live theatre in years. The comments I overheard at intermission... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Taming of the Shrew"
          Review posted by: Linda McK from Cedar Creek, Texas, Oct 24, 2008

          This certainly is a MUST SEE! What a treat to attend this production at THE CURTAIN theater. Just attending the TAMING OF THE SHREW with it's wonderful actors, makes you think back to what it must... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Such a great production!"
          Review posted by: Taadu from Austin, TX, Oct 22, 2008

          I went with my wife and two kids (ages 6 and 9) and we all had a great time. I was suprised that the kids liked it so much, but I bet it was the great physical comedy that was throughout the play. The... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Great fun at the Curtain Theater"
          Review posted by: Trevor from Cedar Park, Oct 22, 2008

          The Baron's Men have served up great fun with their rendition of The Taming of the Shrew. They seem to look for comedy anywhere possible, often times finding it in the least likely of places. Take for... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          3.5 out of 5 stars rating "Taming of the Shrew a delight; the setting too!"
          Review posted by: Jenny Meadows from Austin TX, Oct 20, 2008

          The Taming of the Shrew is one of my favorite of Shakespeare's plays, and The Baron's Men acting troupe kept me laughing. I've done a lot of theater, so when I saw the preview (essentially the dress... Expand

        • Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
          4.5 out of 5 stars rating "SO glad this kind of theater is available in Austin!"
          Review posted by: Amy S from Cedar Park, TX, Oct 20, 2008

          Shakespeare isn't easy to bring to today's audiences, but the Baron's Men do a great job, most notably because you can tell they enjoy what they're doing. The funny parts are played to the hilt,... Expand

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