Curtain Call’s Shakespeare on the Green 2020: SHAKESPEARE & SONG!

Our summer 2020 plans have changed due to COVID-19.
We'll be presenting a series of performances featuring scenes and monologues from
our past productions as well as music from Shakespeare-inspired musicals like
West Side Story, Kiss Me Kate, The Boys from Syracuse and much more.
Director - Kevin Thompson
Music Director - George Croom

Performances: Dates July 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26:  7:30pm each night,
at our Sterling Farms campus home,
1349 Newfield Avenue, the park opens for seating at 6:00pm daily.

SOCIALLY DISTANCED SEATING PROCEDURES - Summer 2020

Due to current safety protocols, ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
We are following all State of Connecticut guidelines for

We will designate spaces, five feet square. Minimum contribution for a reservation is $25 per person. 
(Since we've had no production income since March and have processed nearly $13,000 in refunds,
 any amount over $25 will be greatly appreciated.)

- Walk-ins subject to availabilty. If admitted, the reservation fee will need to be done through our website or text to give option.
   (No cash transactions will be accepted.)
- Patrons must follow six foot social distance markers while waiting to be admitted.
- Patrons must wear masks until seated seated by our ushers.
- Masks may be removed once seated, but are required when passing through the crowd to restrooms or food tent.
- Seating will be on a first come, first served basis as always.
- Children are allowed, but cannot run around the property.
- The playgound is totally closed.
- We will not be able to provide bug spray as in the past.
- Performers will not be allowed to greet family and friends after the show.
- Seating grid below shows how patrons will be spaced out. (Grid to come ASAP.)

Blankets and sand chairs suggested. Alcoholic beverages may not be brought into the park.
Wine, beer, soda, and pre-packaged meals will be available on site provided by The Stillery (Our newest onsite restaurant partner.). You may also order meals in advance by calling 203.998.7225.

Nestled among the pine trees of the Sterling Farms Complex, we provide a unique experience for the community to participate in and enjoy the works of William Shakespeare. Our productions are presented on our very own, scaled-down version of the Globe Theatre Stage, though for 2020, our performances will be limited to scenes, monologues and songs.

CLICK HERE FOR A LITTLE VIDEO RETROSPECTIVE OF PAST PRODUCTIONS.

Additional sponsors include: RBC, The Garden Home Foundation, Simply Signs and The Connecticut Office of the Arts.

*Since weather conditions may change quickly, assume the "show will go on" unless an announcement
stating otherwise is posted at 203-461-6358 x13.

SUMMER 2019 CAST OF MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
(In alphabetical order - names in red denote Curtain Call debut.)

Don Pedro ...........D. Adam Boaz
Sexton .................Michael Bonarrigo
Borachio .............Brian Borowka
Messenger.......... Monica Castillo
Verges ................Jim Chiles
Beatrice............. Abigail Darin
Dogberry........... Tommy DeSalvo
Benedick............ Robert Laughton
Ensemble/Watch Person .........Jean Marie McCormick
Margaret ...........Julia Maggiola
Friar ..................Daniel Mann
Antonio ............Chris Miller
Balthasar .........Jason Nekritz
Ensemble/Watch Person ......Malynda Nichols
Conrad............. Rob Nichols
Ensemble/Watch Person.......Nick Priscott
Hero ................Charlotte Roth
Claudio........... Tyler Small
Don John....... Kevin Thompson
Leonato.......... Lou Ursone
Ursula ..................Nicole Whitney

Some rehearsal pictures from MUCH ADO! Click here for a brief video from dress rehearsal. 

SCENES FROM LAST SUMMER'S PRODUCTION OF HAMLET