Much Ado About Nothing

William Shakespeare’
Much Ado About Nothing

Hill Theatre
Spring Green, WI

June 2024

Directed by Robert Ramirez
Choreography by Brian Cowing
Scenic Design by Josafath Reynoso
Costume Design by Daniele Tyler Mathews
Lighting Design by Dawn Chiang
Sound Design and Original Music by Sartje Pickett
Stage Manager: Natalie Figaredo

Produced by American Players Theatre

Photo Credit: Liz Lauren

For Beatrice and Benedict, wit is a full-contact sport, and each is happy to throw some elbows. But wethinks they doth protest too much. It seems love is a force they believe they’re above, even as their friends see through their comedic camouflage to what hides in their hearts. Sometimes a stubborn soul just needs that proverbial kick in the pantaloons to get out of their own way. Fun and funny, with the warmth and depth of a sultry Mediterranean sunset, offering a central couple that set the standard for rom‑coms – a perfect fit for a summer evening.

The original will-they-won’t-they couple returns to the Hill Stage. Not only are Beatrice and Benedick content with their singleton status, it is their defining feature. Well, that and their piercing wit, which they put on hilarious display whenever they share space. One thing they can agree on is a fine match between their protégés, Hero and Claudio. But the course of true love never did run smooth, and there are storm clouds brewing on the horizon as Don John cooks up a wicked plan for revenge against his half-brother, Don Pedro. Will all be righted in the end? Find out in one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies.