By Jennifer R Jones | Posted on May 17, 2007 11:22 AM
Shakespeare In The Park 2007 Season Offering Of Romeo And Juliet Will Not Be Like The Star-Studded Offerings Of The Past That Broadway Audiences Have Come To Expect From The Public Theater
Lack Of Stars For 2007 "Shakespeare In The Park" Offering
The Public Theater has just announced full casting for its first 2007 Shakespeare in the Park offering, and it looks like this year won't be the star-studded affair of past years (see: Meryl Streep in Mother Courage and Her Children last summer).
The biggest names in Romeo and Juliet, which begins performances on June 5, are Lauren Ambrose and Camryn Manheim, who will play Juliet and her Nurse in Shakespeare's iconic love story.
"Shakespeare In The Park" Ticket Demand Not So Hot
Having a more low profile cast is likely a blessing in disguise, since it means we'll get to enjoy the Bard's beautiful text being performed by trained professionals rather than struggling movie stars (obviously I'm not referring to Ms. Streep, who was a knockout). It also means that ticket demand won't be as high, so you'll have a better chance of snagging tickets.
For the uninitiated, Shakespeare in the Park tickets are absolutely free, and they're distributed at 1PM on the day of the performance in front of the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, and also in front of the Public Theater downtown. Ticket Demand varies, but it's usually a good idea to join the line by 8 or 9 in the morning (when Meryl was doing the show, people often camped out the night before!)
