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Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ to be staged outdoors in Milton Sept. 7

August 20, 2018

The Brown Box Theatre Project will transform the Milton Historical Society into the Forest of Arden for its eighth annual Free Outdoor Shakespeare tour of “As You Like It” at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 7, presented by the Milton Theatre and the Milton Historical Society. 

When a motley cast of characters find themselves banished from court, misdirection, desire and serendipity unite to form a tangled web of identity and love that could only be possible in this pastoral haven where gender roles, politics and expectations are turned upside-down. Performed under the stars outdoors, “As You Like It” will transport audience members into the heart of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies.

Brown Box’s annual tradition will continue the company’s mission of delivering professional, impactful theater directly to communities in an ongoing effort to transform the way theater is created and consumed. “As we expand our reach on Delmarva, Brown Box continues our efforts to be a regular and reliable source of professional performing arts to communities whose access to theater is limited by geography or cost,” said Artistic Director Kyler Taustin.

“As You Like It” will reinforce the company’s community connections and partnerships throughout the peninsula, marking a significant victory for accessible theater and creative spaces.

“As You Like It” explores the ideas of liberation and self-empowerment in a politically uncertain time. With her father the Duke overthrown, Rosalind is captive to a tyrant relative, restricted and bound by imposed judgment and expectation, and discontented with her circumstances. In this tale of female empowerment, Rosalind takes the necessary action to see her own banishment as liberation, and navigates nature, family, and love even in the most challenging of times.

The “As You Like” It performance is free, outdoors and open to all ages.

Tickets are free but must be reserved online due to limited capacity. To reserve tickets, go to www.MiltonTheatre.com, call 302-684-3038 or visit the Milton Theatre box office. 

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