Barefoot is pleased to present As You Like It against the backdrop of New York City during the Great Depression. Shedding the opulence of the court for the Hooverville of Arden, Rosalind, Orlando and their co-mates explore the nuances of passion and classism in a pre-war setting. Word play, music, and a couple of classic clowns … Continue reading As You Like It Photo Gallery
Barefoot worked with Fight Director Rob Aronowitz to choreograph this scene.
A look at Barefoot Shakespeare Company's Summer 2016 production of As You Like It.
To create the music for As You Like It, Barefoot worked with Music Director James Kivlen (who also played Amiens), using Shakespeare's words and taking inspiration from the music of the Great Depression. As You Like It also featured tried-and-true favorites from the era, such as "Big Rock Candy Mountain" and "Hobo's Lament". Unto The Green … Continue reading Music from As You Like It
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Our brave dukes, Vanessa Wendt and Collin Blackard, head to Hot Pepper Theater to promote our upcoming production!
New York, NY, April 1, 2016: Barefoot Shakespeare Company is pleased to announce the first show of its fourth season, As You Like It. All shows will be performed at Summit Rock in Central Park and admission is free. Barefoot Shakespeare Company was formed three years ago by Rob Sniffin, Emily Gallagher and Courtney Moors. Barefoot’s … Continue reading As You Like It Press Release