As You Like It

The incomparable William Shakespeare sorts out true love and justice in this much-loved comedy of extraordinary wit, charm, and romance, directed by Fontaine Syer. Political corruption and abuse of power disrupts two families and sends the ousted members fleeing into the mystical Forest of Arden. One of Shakespeare’s most spirited and well-beloved heroines, Rosalind dons male attire for her own safety as she searches for her father in the woods. Serendipitously she runs into her love-at-first-sight Orlando and finds herself perfectly disguised to instruct her oblivious beau in the art of wooing and loving a woman. Theirs is not the only romance that burgeons in the verdant forest before justice prevails and all is set aright. The Arden Shakespeare describes As You Like It as “Full of unspoiled mirth and innocent affection.” Make sure it is on your calendar, because you are sure to love it.