Details

After civil war Messina seems to have returned to peace with few casualties and a courtship holds the promise of reconciling the battle of the sexes in a well matched wedding. But the reconciliation's have been too hurried and soldiers can't return to the civilian world overnight. Set in 18th century Spain with its colour, passion and energy, Traffic of the Stage presents Judi Bowker (Clash of the Titans) and Harry Meacher (The Scarlet Pimpernel) as the Bard's sparring lovers, Beatrice and Benedick, in this cautionary tale of love and self-deception.

Cast/Performers

Harry Meacher (Benedick), Judi Bowker (Beatrice), Alan Blyton (Don Pedro), Georgio Galassi (Claudio), Bryan Hands (Friar Francis), Lydia Orange (Hero), Tim Thomas (Leonato), Tom Reah (Don John), Robin Jordan (Borachio), Raquel Moreno (Ursula), Jonson Wilkinson (Dogberry)

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Company: Traffic of the Stage
Director(s): Harry Meacher, Tom Jordan (stage combat)
Lighting: Philip Jones
Design: Bryan Hands
Costume: Andrew McRobb
Music: Tim Thomas (guitar music)
Choreographer: Raquel Moreno