Shakespeare in the Park is back, and Dede Ayite’s West African-influenced costume designs are just as lively as Jocelyn Bioh’s adaptation. Source: New York Times
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Review: Shakespeare’s ‘Merry Wives,’ Now in South Harlem
By Gotham Rex on August 9, 2021
Jocelyn Bioh reshapes a comedy of clever women, frail men and harsh revenge into one of love and forgiveness, just when New York needs it. Source: New York Times
Hot Vax Summer? Falstaff and Shakespeare in the Park Are Ready.
By Gotham Rex on July 6, 2021
The Delacorte Theater in Central Park is reopening with a Harlem-set version of Shakespeare’s comedy “The Merry Wives of Windsor.” Source: New York Times
Times Event: Summer With Lin-Manuel Miranda and Shakespeare
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2021
As the theater world begins to rebuild after a long shutdown, we explore early signs of New York City’s renewed cultural life in the latest episode of “Offstage.” Source: New York Times
Seeking Shakespeare in the Park This Summer? Turn on Your Radio
By Gotham Rex on June 18, 2020
The Public Theater, prevented by public health concerns from performing in Central Park, has joined forces with WNYC to turn “Richard II” into a four-part radio play. Source: New York Times