Measure for Measure is a dark comedy of power, sex and morality. The Duke of Vienna turns the reins of power over to his protégé Angelo to enforce long-neglected codes of moral conduct. When a novice nun comes to plead for the life of her condemned brother, Angelo’s shockingly hypocritical response is to make an ‘indecent proposal’ that leaves Isabella to choose between her brother’s life and her salvation. Isabella’s only ally is a friar, in reality the Duke in disguise, and he has a plan.
CSF Artistic Director Tyson Douglas Rand sets the play in a Vienna reminiscent of New Orleans, with the competing strains of gospel and jazz music in the air.
Admission is FREE. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair (or use one of the plentiful benches in Lakewood Park), along with sunscreen and/or bug spray.
Tours in repertory with Two Gentlemen of Verona through August 4. See www.cleveshakes.org for a full schedule.
The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival receives public support with local tax dollars from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, to preserve and enrich our region’s artistic and cultural heritage.
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