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Passions run high as\u00a0leading lady\u00a0Lilli\u00a0Vanessi\u00a0and her ex-husband, actor\/director Fred Graham, battle onstage and off in a production of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew. With romance, comedy, sophistication, and behind-the-scenes high jinks, Kiss Me, Kate combines the irreverent humor of four brilliant writers: Sam and Bella\u00a0Spewack, Cole\u00a0Porter\u00a0and William Shakespeare. Musical numbers include “So\u00a0In\u00a0Love,” “Wunderbar,” “Too Darn Hot,” and “Brush Up Your Shakespeare.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Content Warnings\/Age Recommendations<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n

Contains\u00a0mature themes including coercion, brandishing of guns and physical violence.\u00a0Recommended for ages 11 and older.<\/span><\/p>\n

Themes<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n

Fred and Lilli\u00a0still have feelings for each other despite their divorce.\u00a0Unfortunately, their tension sometimes takes the form of physical violence.\u00a0Do you believe that their relationship is\u00a0worth salvaging? Why or why not?<\/span><\/p>\n

Accessibility<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n

Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!<\/span><\/p>\n

Transportation<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n

If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days\u2019 notice to set up transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Childcare<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n

Childcare is available for this performance. 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