2020 HVSF Season Brochure

SUMMER 2020

JUNE 10 – SEPT 7 Richard III | The Venetian Twins | Love’s Labor’s Lost On Tour: Much Ado About Nothing In Residence at Boscobel House and Gardens 1601 Route 9D Garrison, NY

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“Boldness comes to me now, and brings me heart.”

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Dear Friends, There truly is nothing quite like a summer evening under the HVSF tent, as the afternoon changes to twilight, and actors and audience come together to celebrate timeless stories that reconnect us to what’s most important.

For HVSF’s 34th season, we’re going BIG — big titles, with large casts, in bold productions designed to set off gasps of shock and waves of laughter under our tent. In a few short months, our company will be ready to light up the night with stories of heart and humor.

So, gather your people, pick a date (or several!), and make plans to be a part of it all. I look forward to seeing you there!

Warmly,

Davis McCallum, Artistic Director

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“…the Hudson River Valley landscape on view from the open-sided tent...provides a ready-made backdrop out of Frederic Church, changing color and perspective as twilight turns to night.”

Ben Brantley

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2019 Mainstage Production of MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Photo by Richard Termine

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RICHARD III

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE directed by KURT RHOADS by

Part comedy, part history, part tragedy, Shakespeare’s first masterpiece chronicles the irresistible rise of the Duke of Gloucester and his insatiable desire for power.

With longtime company member Kurt Rhoads at the helm, Shakespeare’s “crookback prodigy” will be the kind of villain you love to hate. Watch as Richard schemes and seduces his way to the throne, letting nothing but his own ambition get in his way.

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OPENING NIGHT JUNE 18

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CAPTIONED JUNE 24

BUS FROM NYC JUNE 27

REVELER NIGHT JULY 24

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A WORLD PREMIERE

THE VENETIAN TWINS

CARLO GOLDONI adaptated by CHRISTOPHER BAYES and STEVEN EPP directed by CHRISTOPHER BAYES by

Think of Goldoni’s THE VENETIAN TWINS as the irrepressible Italian cousin of Shakespeare’s own COMEDY OF ERRORS, and you’ve got the basic idea: long-lost twins, and mistaken identities, seasoned with a little extra spice for added comic oomph.

But in the hands of celebrated director Christopher Bayes and HVSF’s company of clowns, you have the makings of something truly insane and hilarious. The team that brought you the “deliriously happy-making” THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS (Washington Post) will have your funny bone aching from the minute you sit down.

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OPENING NIGHT JUNE 20

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REVELER NIGHT JUNE 26

BUS FROM NYC JULY 25

CAPTIONED JULY 27

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Please Note: This production contains mature content.

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LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE directed by AMANDA DEHNERT by

Four young noblemen absent themselves from society, in order to focus entirely on their studies. They even take a monastic oath: No girls! All books! But when the Princess of France turns up with three young ladies, how long will the men’s resolve hold up?

Director Amanda Dehnert (2018’s PRIDE AND PREJUDICE) infuses Shakespeare’s delightful comedy with an original pop/rock score (by Dehnert and Andre Pluess) that gives full voice to the heart-pounding experience of being young and in love.

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OPENING NIGHT AUGUST 3

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REVELER NIGHT AUGUST 14

BUS FROM NYC AUGUST 29

CAPTIONED SEPTEMBER 2

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M ON AD UC TOU R H O OT A H I BO NG UT

SPRING TOUR MARCH – MAY

SUMMER TOUR JULY – AUGUST

A 90-MINUTE TOURING PRODUCTION

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE directed by KHOLOUD SAWAF by

Scandal abounds in Shakespeare’s hilarious, biting comedy about lies, courtship, and the chaos created in pursuit of true love. The famous bantering lovers, Benedick and Beatrice, trade barbs while matching wits (and hearts) in this celebrated romantic romp. Perfect for the whole family, this 90-minute production is built to tour, and geared towards audiences of all ages.

Our Spring Tour of MUCH ADO is part of Shakespeare in American Communities, a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

MUCH ADO to your community! book now at HVSHAKESPEARE.ORG bring

MUCH ADO Hits the Open Road

FREE Family Performances

We’re bound for some of your favorite regional venues.

uesday, July 7 T HVSF Theater Tent

• F riday, July 10, 7:00pm Wethersfield Estate, Amenia, NY

• Matinee, 2:00pm • Evening Performance, 7:30pm

• S aturday, July 11, 8:00pm Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, NY • T hursday, July 16, 7:00pm Turnure Park, White Plains, NY • S aturday, July 25, 5:00pm Bannerman Island, Beacon, NY • S unday, July 26, 5:00pm Bannerman Island, Beacon, NY • Saturday, August 1, 6:00pm Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck, NY • S unday, August 2, 2:00pm Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield, CT

Find an up-to-date listing of performance details, or book the tour in your own community, at hvshakespeare.org.

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Boscobel House and Gardens

BEYOND THE TENT HVSF 2 at the

Philipstown Depot Theatre Experience new stories and old friends in the intimate setting of the Philipstown Depot Theater on Garrison Landing. Our popular new works series features contemporary plays read by HVSF company members and other great actors. Catch these titles here before they hit stages in New York and across the country.

• August 6 SINGING IN THE RAIN

by Bryce Pinkham & Zack Fine

Take a Tour Add a 4:00pm, one-hour, expertly guided tour of this 1808 Neoclassical mansion to your performance for just $12!

Not available Tuesdays.

Saturday Open Houses On the second Saturday of each month from 5:30–7:00pm, the team at Boscobel offers HVSF audiences pay-what-you-wish admission to the mansion. Come explore!

Access to the Grounds Want to enjoy a picnic on the Great Lawn even when you’re not seeing a play?

All you need is a Boscobel grounds ticket.

Discover more at boscobel.org.

• August 8 Artistic Director’s Choice • August 13 PARADISE LOST by Erin Shields • August 15 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD

by Heidi Armbruster Find an up-to-date listing of HVSF2 readings and purchase tickets at hvshakespeare.org

(Top) Ned Rauch (2016); (Bottom)Travis MaGee;

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Family Nights + Workshops

FOR FAMILIES HVSF Summer Camp Week 1: July 20–24 | Week 2: July 27–31 Haldane Middle School, Cold Spring, NY We invite you to a place where spontaneity is encouraged, imaginations are engaged, and infinite memories are made! Our creative, processed-based theater camp features classes in improvisation, stage combat, theater games, and more.

Shakespeare Summer Camp provides exciting opportunities for children 8–16 to explore language, characters, and acting techniques.

On Family Nights, Children and Students (ages 5-20) receive $10 tickets and interactive pre-show enhancements to make their earliest theater experiences unforgettable!

• July 20 RICHARD III 5:45pm — ­ Family Workshop 7:30pm – Performance • August 10 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST 5:45pm — ­ Family Workshop 7:30pm – Performance Family Night discounts applied by ticket type at check-out. Must show proof of age at will-call.

Learn more and register at hvshakespeare.org/ shakespeare-summer-camp.

Shakespeare Summer Camp at the Wethersfield Estate July 6–10 Wethersfield Estate, Amenia, NY This year, HVSF is partnering with our friends at Wethersfield Estate for a week of engaging programming at their magnificent 1,000 acre site of beautiful rolling hills in eastern Dutchess County.

Discover more at wethersfield.org.

(Top) Eliza Brown (Bottom) INTO THE WOODS Little Red (Kayla Coleman), photo by T.Charles Erickson

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P14, P15 (left), photo by Tony Brickner

SPECIAL EVENTS Annual Summer Gala

Haldane School District Night

July 5, 5:00pm Reserve your spot for HVSF’s most glamorous fundraising event of the year. gala@hvshakespeare.org

Friday, June 12

Member Exclusive: Opening Nights

Celebrate Haldane student’s biggest soirée of the year! Families in the Haldane School District are invited to purchase discounted tickets for this evening’s performance of RICHARD III.

This season, Members are invited to purchase tickets for our Opening Nights, where HVSF Friends and Family will celebrate alongside favorite alumni with a free toast and treat. Not a member?

Join us at hvshakespeare.org/support.

• June 18 RICHARD III • June 20 THE VENETIAN TWINS • August 3 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

Closing Nights Come celebrate the achievements of the season with a toast and treat, included with the purchase of your ticket.

• August 21 RICHARD III • August 24 THE VENETIAN TWINS • September 7 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

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• 3:00pm Haldane High School Prom Photos • 7:30pm Performance of RICHARD III

Out at the Tent Sunday, June 21, 6:00pm Celebrate Pride Month with HVSF! Get to know local LGBTQ+ organizations and enjoy a complimentary reception with drinks and light fare while you mix and mingle before the evening performance of RICHARD III.

Post-Show Trivia Friday, August 7, 10:00pm We challenge you to an after-hours battle of wits under the Tent covering history, pop-culture, literature, and more! Enjoy local brews and snacks throughout, included with your purchase of the evening’s performance.

Revelers

Post-Show Talkbacks Select Saturdays, 10:00pm These lively, informal post-performance discussions with cast members offer engaging, new perspectives on what you’ve just experienced! Included with your ticket.

The Revelers is a free membership program for theater lovers aged 21 to 35.

Members gain exclusive access to major ticket discounts to our Reveler Party Nights, discounts at the HVSF Café, and so much more. Revel with us! hvshakespeare.org/revelers.

Reveler Party Nights • June 26 THE VENETIAN TWINS • July 24 RICHARD III • August 14 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

• September 5 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

Busy on those evenings? We have 10 discounted Reveler tickets available every Friday throughout the summer.

Book early to secure your seat!

Friday Night Prologues

Closing Lawn Party

Fridays, 6:15pm Picnic? Check. Wine? Check. Insightful, behind-the-scenes commentary from industry experts? Check! Join us on Boscobel’s Great Lawn for thrilling discussions about our productions and the theater world at large. Find our list of speakers at hvshakespeare.org.

September 7, 5:30pm Dine, drink, and dance to help us bid farewell to our 2020 Season! This informal affair is included with your purchase of the evening’s performance.

• July 11 THE VENETIAN TWINS • August 15 RICHARD III

Captioned Performances Captioning is an excellent way for anyone who finds it difficult to hear the actors speaking to better enjoy the performance!

On select evenings, the spoken word will be projected as text on a digital screen in front of certain seating sections.

• June 24 RICHARD III • July 27 THE VENETIAN TWINS • September 2 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

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PERFORMANCES+

PREVIEWS

TICKETS

CENTER SECTION

NORTH/SOUTH SECTION

FRONT

REAR

PARTIAL*

FULL VIEW

PARTIAL*

OBSTRUCTED**

Mon–Thur

$60

$50

$40

$37

$30

$10

Fri & Sun

$62

$52

$41

$38

$31

$10

Saturday

$65

$55

$43

$40

$32

$10

Mon–Thur

$75

$60

$46

$45

$34

$10

Fri & Sun

$85

$70

$52

$50

$36

$10

Saturday

$100

$80

$65

$60

$42

$10

Partial* A tent element may occasionally impact viewing.

Obstructed** A tent element, such as a tent pole or set piece, will obstruct viewing.

Special Events+ Prices will be higher for Closing Nights and the Closing Lawn Party.

DISCOUNTS & HELPFUL INFO Standard Discounts

Early Birds

Children (5–12)

30% off

Students (13–20)

Book before April 1, take 15% off previews and performances through July 5. All sections.

15% off

Discount applied to Adult ticket type only.

Seniors

15% off

Neighborhood Nights

Veterans

15% off

Active Duty Military

15% off

21+ with full-time student ID

Loyalty Package Get the best deal under our tent when you book for all three mainstage shows (RICHARD III, THE VENETIAN TWINS, and LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST)!

Book before April 1, take 25% off.

After April 1, take 20% off. All sections.

Discount applied to Adult ticket type only.

Box Office Hours

HVSF Neighbors save 25% on select previews in June. Log in and make sure your address is in the system to enable the discount online. Proof of residency required.

Limit four per household.

See pages 18–19 for dates!

Discount applied to Adult ticket type only.

Gather Friends and Save!

Groups of 12+ receive 15% off (or better!) all season long. Plus, create a customizable package including a catered dinner, conversations with artists, and more! Build your next adventure at hvshakespeare.org.

HVSF Box Office at Boscobel re-opens June 3, 2020.

Discount applied to Adult ticket type only.

Wednesday–Monday: 12:00pm-5:00pm (through showtime on performance days)

Please Note: Non-Standard Discounts only apply to Adult ticket types. Only one discount may be applied to each ticket, and no discounts may be applied retroactively to completed purchases.

Tuesdays: CLOSED (open 5:30pm through showtime on performance days).

Reach us at boxoffice@hvshakespeare.org 845-265-9575.

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Standards Discounts, Neighborhood Nights, and Group Discounts exclude Center Front Section, Side Obstructed Section, Saturday Performances, and Closing Performances.

Loyalty Packages and Early Bird Discounts exclude Saturday Performances and Closing Performances.

TRANSPARENT PRICING & EXCHANGES Clear Pricing

Simple Exchanges

No credit card fees.

No processing fees.

No facilities fees.

Exchange any ticket up to one week before showtime for just $10 per ticket (and any additional seat value).

The price you see is the price you’ll pay.

Free for members of our Saints & Poets Society and Festival Circles Program!

YOUR VISIT Arrival

Roundtrip Bus from NYC

Arrive as early as 5:30pm to dine and enjoy spectacular views of the Hudson. The HVSF Café is open for à la carte picnic needs, and you can store your gear there before showtime. Build in 15 minutes into your arrival for parking, ticket pick-up, and seating.

Add $40 to your order on select Saturdays to catch our comfy, round-trip bus from Columbus Circle, NYC to the Tent.

4:00pm departure.

Pre-Order Picnics + Kids Meals

• August 29 LOVE’S LABOR’S LOST

Add a locally prepared boxed picnic to your order and it will be waiting for you! Be sure to place your picnic order by 1:00pm two days prior to the show. See the menu and details at hvshakespeare.org.

P17 CYMBELINE Guiderius (Jose Gamo), Arviragus (Timiki Salinas) and Imogen (Alexandra Templer), photo by T. Charles Erickson

• June 27 RICHARD III • July 25 THE VENETIAN TWINS

From the Train to the Tent: Free Weekend Shuttle Service Take the Metro-North Hudson Line Train to Cold Spring Station. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, you can catch our free round-trip shuttle from the train to the Tent.

Arrival trips run from 5:00pm–7:30pm and return trips for 30 minutes following each performance. The short ride (about 1.5 miles!) from the station will get you in your seat before showtime!

SUMMER 2020 CALENDAR SU N 7

MON 8

TU E S

WE D 10 NN putnam ,

9

dutchess , westchester , fairfield

JUNE

Richard preview 7:30 p 14 NN ulster , rockland

orange ,

15 NN putnam ,

dutchess , westchester , fairfield

Richard preview 7:30 p

17 NN bergen ,

16

passaic , essex

Richard preview 7:30 p

Venetian preview 7:30 p

21 Out at the Tent 6:00 p Richard 7:30 p

22 Venetian 7:30 p

23

24 Richard 7:30 p

28 Venetian 7:30 p

29 Richard 7:30 p

30

5 HVSF Gala 5:00 p

6 Richard 7:30 p

7 Community Day

captioned performance

1 Venetian 7:30 p

Much Ado

8 Richard 7:30 p

and 7:30 p free family performances

SEPT

AUGUST

JULY

2:00 p 12 Richard 7:30 p

13 Venetian 7:30 p

14

15 Venetian 7:30 p

19 Venetian 7:30 p

20 Family Night Workshop 5:45 p Richard 7:30 p

21

22 Richard 7:30 p

26 Richard 7:30 p

27 Venetian 7:30 p

28

29

2 Love’s preview 7:30 p

3 Champagne Toast 7:00 p Love’s opening 7:30 p

4

5 Richard 7:30 p

9 Richard 7:30 p

10 Family Night Workshop 5:45 p Love’s 7:30 p

11 Richard 7:30 p

12 Love’s 7:30 p

16 Love’s 7:30 p

17 Venetian 7:30 p

18 Venetian 2:00 p Love’s 7:30 p

19 Richard 7:30 p

23 Love’s 7:30 p

24 Champagne Toast 7:00 p 25 Love’s 7:30 p Venetian closing 7:30 p

26 Love’s 7:30 p

30 Love’s 7:30 p

31

1 Love’s 2:00 p Love’s 7:30 p

2 Love’s 7:30 p

6 Love’s 7:30 p

7 Closing Lawn Party 5:30 p Love’s closing 7:30 p

captioned performance

captioned performance

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June 10

July

August

Richard III The Venetian Twins

TH U R S 11 NN bergen ,

passaic , essex

FR I 12 Haldane School

Venetian preview 7:30 p

Love’s Labor’s Lost SAT

13 Venetian preview 7:30 p

District Night Richard preview 7:30 p

18 Champagne Toast 7:00 p Richard opening 7:30 p

19 NN ulster , orange , rockland 20 Champagne Toast 7:00 p Prologue 6:15 p Venetian opening 7:30 p Venetian preview 7:30 p

25 Richard 7:30 p

26 Reveler Party 6:00 p Prologue 6:15 p Venetian 7:30 p

27 Bus from NYC 4:00 p Richard 7:30 p

2 Richard 7:30 p

3 Prologue 6:15 p Venetian 7:30 p

4

9 Venetian 7:30 p

10 Prologue 6:15 p Richard 7:30 p

11 Venetian 7:30 p Talkback 10:00 p

16 Richard 7:30 p

17 Prologue 6:15 p Venetian 7:30 p

18 Richard 7:30 p

23 Venetian 7:30 p

24 Prologue 6:15 p Richard 7:30 p Reveler Party 10:00 p

25 Bus from NYC 4:00 p Venetian 7:30 p

30

31

1 Love’s preview 7:30 p

7 Prologue 6:15 p Venetian 7:30 p

8 HVSF2

14 Reveler Party Prologue 6:15 p Love’s 7:30 p

15 HVSF2

21 Prologue 6:15 p

22 Venetian 7:30 p

6 HVSF2

Love’s 7:30 p

13 HVSF2

Venetian 7:30 p

20 Love’s 7:30 p

Love’s 7:30 p

Richard 7:30 p Talkback 10:00 p

Champagne Toast 7:00 p Richard closing 7:30 p 27 Love’s 7:30 p

28 Prologue 6:15 p Love’s 7:30 p

29 Bus from NYC 4:00 p Love’s 7:30 p

3 Love’s 7:30 p

4 Prologue 6:15 p Love’s 7:30 p

5 Love’s 7:30 p Talkback 10:00 p

P19, CYRANO Roxane (Britney Simpson), photo by T. Charles Erickson Artwork and Design by Ligature Creative

Sept. 7

Neighborhood Night

143 Main Street Cold Spring, NY 10516 84 9D

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TICKETS ON SALE FEB 24

MAR 2

MAR 9

Festival Circles Members

Saints & Poets Members

General Public

HVSHAKESPEARE.ORG/SUPPORT Learn more about the benefits of membership

BOX OFFICE

845.265.9575 | boxoffice@hvshakespeare.org

Front, INTO THE WOODS by T. Charles Erickson Back, T. Charles Erickson

GLORIOUS SUMMER.