Tickets, tickets, tickets!
February 23, 2012 at 12:30 pm | Posted in Miscellaneous | Leave a commentHi Everyone – There are so many great opportunities to get tickets to Shakespeare in Action productions right now!
Tomorrow the incredible champions of our Shakespeare Challenge perform A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Toronto Arts and Letters Club @ 7:30pm
Also, tickets are now on sale for The Diary of Anne Frank, back by popular demand. Visit our website to book tickets and learn more about this wonderful production.
Wordy Wednesday
February 22, 2012 at 8:00 am | Posted in Wordy Wednesday | Leave a commentFor those of you who guessed that Maria, from Twelfth Night, spoke Monday’s mystery quote, here is a passage that follows up on her plan to play a prank on the uptight, lovesick Malvolio. Here, Maria uses the phrase “laugh yourselves into stitches” in Act 3, Scene 2 of Twelfth Night in order to emphasize the hilarity of Malvolio’s reaction to her prank:
If you desire the spleen, and will laugh yourselves into stitches, follow me. Yond gull Malvolio is turned heathen, a very renegado; for there is no Christian that means to be saved by believing rightly can ever believe such impossible passages of grossness. He’s in yellow stockings!
We still use this phrase today when we want to emphasize how hard or how much we are laughing. To laugh yourself into stitches means to laugh so hard that it hurts. For example, we might say: “George is such a funny storyteller that he had us in stitches the entire night.”
What was the last story or joke you heard that left you in stitches? Share it in the comments!
Guess Who?
February 21, 2012 at 8:00 am | Posted in Miscellaneous | Leave a comment
Here’s a hint: You can join this character and his theatrical friends on Friday February 24th! Tickets are still available for our Shakespeare Challenge fundraiser, featuring an incredible performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. To attend, call (416) 703-4881 or visit our website. Hope to see you there!
Monday Mystery
February 20, 2012 at 8:00 am | Posted in Monday Mystery | Leave a commentHi everybody -
Feeling the February blues? Of course, I know that you guys would never try to cheer yourselves up by playing a prank on a friend – but the character who speaks this quotation might…
I will drop in his way some obscure epistles of love, wherein by the color of his beard, the shape of his leg, the manner of his gait, the expressure of his eye, forehead, and complexion, he shall find himself most feelingly personated. I can write very like my lady your niece; on a forgotten matter we can hardly make distinction of our hands.
What play is this from? Who’s speaking? Bonus points: What prank is she/he planning?
Let the guessing begin!
Shakespeare Challenge video: Interview with the cast of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
February 17, 2012 at 4:11 pm | Posted in Shakespeare Challenge | Leave a commentSee the cast of our “Shakespeare Challenge” express their thoughts on the show and the experience:
And be sure to purchase tickets to the wonderful event!
www.shakespeareinaction.org/shakespeare-challenge
Photo Friday! Sonnets by kids, and Shakespeare Challenge
February 17, 2012 at 12:04 pm | Posted in Photo Friday, Shakespeare Challenge | Leave a commentIt’s been a busy week here at the Shakespeare In Action office. On Tuesday we had an amazing time with our Shakespeare Kids as they delivered heart-filled sonnets to lucky recipients. We wish to extend thanks to all who purchased a sonnet and of course to our fantastic readers.
Now we are looking forward to the Shakespeare Challenge, happening on Friday, February 24, 2012. If you not have done so yet, be sure to purchase a ticket to this splendid show and gala, and help support our goal of bringing theatre to kids who may not otherwise have access to it. Details can be found here: Shakespeare challenge
The evening also includes a silent auction. Here we are preparing the lovely items for your consideration.
And finally, a video is being put together to showcase the talented actors who have risen to the challenge and who can be seen next Friday in our fun and exhilarating production of Midsummer Night’s Dream!
MORE REHEARSAL PHOTOS FROM THE SHAKESPEARE CHALLENGE
February 16, 2012 at 10:34 am | Posted in Shakespeare Challenge, Special Events | Leave a commentThese photos were taken on Sunday, February 11, 2012. Enjoy!
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Wordy Wednesday, post Valentine’s edition
February 15, 2012 at 11:46 am | Posted in Wordy Wednesday | Leave a commentTo all on this post-Valentine’s Day day.
Were you not able to find those perfect words? It’s not too late. Maybe the Bard can help you out.
Let’s take an oft-quoted line.
“Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?
Thou art more lovely and more temperate:”
Whisper that in his/her or quote in on bent knee and you are set! Who does not love beign told they are lovelier than a summer’s day?
This quote, from the famous Sonnet 18, has often been held as a great celebration of love. And while it may seem like that, if we take a closer look at this sonnet, we see it is not as sincere as it may seem.
Tune in tomorrow and we will shatter this illusion.
Happy Valentine’s Day from Shakespeare in Action
February 14, 2012 at 12:57 pm | Posted in Interns | Leave a commentHappy Valentine’s Day to you all. Remember, there is more to this day than cards and chocolate. Take the time to show someone in your life that you care about them. Struggling for a last minute gift? You can always send a wonderful Sonnet read by a wonderful kid!: http://www.shakespeareinaction.org/sonnets-by-kids
Take a cue from some great Shakespearean lovers:
Be like Ferdinand and carry heavy logs to win her father’s affection.
Or be like Viola and dress as a man in order to help the one you love win the other woman he loves……
Well, maybe Shakespeare is not the paragon of great comic lovers! But the message is: show him/her that you care, that they’re special, and that Valentine’s Day should not be an isolated event.
Valeo!
Silent Auction Sneak Peek!
February 13, 2012 at 2:59 pm | Posted in Miscellaneous | Leave a commentHere is a sneak-peek of some of our silent auction items for The Shakespeare Challenge! Buy your tickets today here for the event, taking place on February 24th, and get ready to bid!
Arts and Culture/Entertainment
Dinner and a Night at the Theatre
Enjoy a romantic date night, beginning with a meal at the award-winning French restaurant, Le Papillon on Front. Your next stop is down the street at the Bluma Appel Theatre, for Canadian Stage Company’s romantic comedy, The Game of Love and Chance. It doesn’t get any classier than this! www.lepapillonfront.com , www.canadianstage.com
Value: $175
TIFF for the Whole Family
Take the whole crew out for an evening of world-class cinema, with four tickets to any TIFF Bell Lightbox screening. To sweeten the deal, you’ll also get a family membership, granting you and yours an all-access pass to exhibitions and so much more! www.tiff.net
Value: $218
A Day at the AGO
These four adult passes give you the chance to browse over 4,000 artworks in 110 galleries. With a collection that spans from 100 A.D. to the present, there’s sure to be something for everyone! www.ago.net
Value: $78
Art and Fashion
Summer Dress From Bruno Ierullo
This delicate zip up dress from the Canadian designer is made of Italian linen with Italian silk lining. Everyone needs a little bit of luxury in their closet! www.brunoierullo.com
Value: $589
Portrait Session with Photographer Anthony Parazo
Fill your walls with memories! This portrait session with Anthony Parazo includes the sitting fee, and an 8X10 portrait. www.anthonyparazo.com
Value: $290
Health and Wellness
Hot Yoga Class Pass
Treat yourself to the ultimate in relaxation. This package from Tula Yoga includes a 10 class pass, and a facial. www.tulahotyoga.com
Value:$250
Pamper Yourself!
Consider yourself taken care of! This package includes a gift certificate towards any service offered at The Golden Comb, as well as a Yonka resurfacing facial from Salon Allure. www.salonallurespa.ca
Value: $130
Renew and Rejuvinate
Treat your mind and body to a 5 class pass from The Yoga Sanctuary, and treat your skin to Arbonne’s skin care, a botanical line of health and beauty products.
Value: $135
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