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Jersey Shore Meets BILL…Shakespeare, That Is

Casey Players Present: Midsummer/Jersey

 Red Bank Catholic High School’s Casey Players are taking on the unique challenge of retelling the Shakespearean classic, Midsummer Nights’ Dream but with a more familiar setting and cast of characters. Midsummer/Jersey is the hilarious high-octane retelling of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream, set on the boardwalk of a seaside town in modern day New Jersey.

The story revolves around the impending marriage of the New Jersey Governor, the love affairs of four beach-bound high school crushes, a lively crew of fairies and the staff of the local beauty salon run by Patti Quince, and Stylist Nikki Bottom. The night takes a magical turn when Oberon, king of the fairies, and the impish Puck arrive on the scene armed with a powerful love potion and a desire for mischief making, inspired by Oberon’s desire to settle the score with his wife, the ever-powerful fairy queen, Titania. With several weddings and the acting careers of six beauticians hanging in the balance, the lovers take to the boardwalk, backed by pop music and an iPhone-obsessed wood sprite.

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            This modern adaptation of the classic Shakespearean comedy will be sure to keep audiences on their toes and in stitches… and quite possibly on their feet “fist pumping.” There are only three opportunities to catch this hilarious, fresh look at Shakespeare. Performances are Thursday November 21st at 7pm, Friday November 22nd at 7pm and Saturday November 23rd at 8pm in the historic Red Bank Catholic Broad Street Auditorium (112 Broad St.) Tickets will be on sale in the school book store Monday November 18th through Friday the 22nd from 10am-3pm daily. Adult tickets are $15. Student/Senior tickets are $10. Advanced ticket sales are recommended, but tickets will also be available at the door. Don’t miss it!

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