THEATRE

The Taming of the Shrew
Presented by The Baron's Men at The Curtain Theatre
October 19-October 25, 2008
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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
7400 Coldwater Canyon Austin, TX 78730
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Admission Info
Tickets: $10 general admission, open bench seating, feel free to bring your own cushion $8 for students, Seniors 65 and over, and ACoT members
Info Phone: 512-474-8497
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Dates & Times
Dates:
October 19-October 25, 2008Times:
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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Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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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Event Name: The Taming of the Shrew
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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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