07/22/2009
Despite the possibility of rain tonight, the performance is still scheduled as planned! The Allegany Arts Council is pleased to present the 2009 Shakespeare at the Gap event, featuring a FREE public performance of William Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew" as performed by the Maryland Shakespeare Festival actors from Frederick, Maryland.

"The Taming of the Shrew" is a classic Shakespearian tale of two hot headed lovers as they battle their way to harmony. Petruchio wants a rich wife and fancies himself a player. Kate wants out of her house, away from her sister’s simpering suitors, and won’t put up with anyone’s foolishness. Fireworks fly, rules are broken and no one will be the same in this wacky comedy as true love must find a way to live in peace. Enjoy this timeless "battle of the sexes" in a festive atmosphere with KIDZONE pre-show, live music, and lots of laughs.

This free, public performance will be held on Wednesday, July 22 at 7:30PM, outdoors at the Amphitheatre in Rocky Gap State Park (just off Pleasant Valley Road). Click here for a map of the park. Please plan to bring your own lawn seating. There's plenty of free parking, and refreshments will be available for purchase on-site.

This event is made possible through the generosity of our program partners: