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About the Play

The University of Akron (UA) Theatre Program continues its 2019-2020 season, “Re(Viewing) Tyranny,” with “Richard III,” Shakespeare’s account of the English king’s short and bloody reign. Directed by Michael Gatto, UA Adjunct Instructor of Theatre, the play features a cast of 20 including UA students representing diverse areas of study, students from neighboring universities, and community members. Incorporating arena staging in a surprising setting, “Richard III” will captivate the senses and stir the mind.

UA’s “Richard III” reimagines the blood thirsty tale of a despotic antihero. Guest Director Michael Gatto says: “In Richard III, we are flipping the age-old adage, and bringing to life one of Shakespeare’s great villains who audiences hate to love. We are taking the bard’s play, wrought with relevant themes of abusive power, murder, hubris, envy, grief, and betrayal, and setting it within a once great, long forgotten circus.” Audiences will thrill to this contemporary rendering of Shakespeare’s dynamic display of ambition and cunning.

The Theatre Arts Program at The University of Akron equips undergraduate and graduate students with a broad knowledge of theatre arts and fundamental practical skills in order to prepare them to address the emerging issues and challenges of the theatre profession in a diverse and vibrant society. The Theatre Arts Program provides high quality educational and artistic experiences that enhance the cultural lives of all students at The University of Akron, as well as the residents of the greater Akron community and the Northeast Ohio region.

Drama Day

The University of Akron Theatre Arts Program invites you to the Spring 2020 Drama Day - A High School Student Visit Day on Saturday, March 14 in Guzzetta Hall on The University of Akron Campus.

Drama Day is a wonderful opportunity to experience UA's Theatre Arts Program hands on. Students will participate in physical, vocal, and ensemble experiences and learn about design, technical theatre, and career opportunities. UA's theatre faculty and staff will engage with students and lead them through a day full of "making theatre work!"

The day begins at 9:30 A.M. with registration and ends at approximately 5:00 P.M. including a matinee performance of Richard III. The event is FREE but does require pre-registration. Click the register button below to be linked to the registration page. We hope to see you there!

Alumni Night and UA Student Appreciation Night

UA alumni are encouraged to attend the production on Alumni Night, Friday, March 6, when they and one guest will be admitted for the student price of $5 each. Additionally, UA Student Appreciation Night will take place on Thursday, March 12. On this night, all members of the UA community are invited to a pre-show reception and UA residential students will receive one complimentary ticket.

Cast & Crew

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Show Information

Sandefur Theatre - Guzzetta Hall

All events canceled through April 20th.

March 5, 6, 7, 2020| 7:30 PM

March 12, 13, 14, 2020 | 7:30 PM

March 8 & 14, 2020 | 2:00 PM

Tickets:

$10 - General

$5 - Students

Tickets may be purchased through Eventbrite or call 330-972-7895 to reserve.

Drama Day (March 14, 2020)

All events canceled through April 20, 2020

Drama Day is a wonderful opportunity to experience UA's Theatre Arts program hands on. This event is FREE but does require pre-registration.

Read more about Drama Day and register by clicking the button below. For immediate questions, call 330-972-7895.

Alumni Night (March 6, 2020)

All events canceled through April 20, 2020

Reconnect with friends and meet new students at this special evening. Come and support the continued success of The University of Akron Theater Arts Program.

We look forward to seeing you! For immediate questions, call 330-972-7895.

UA Resident Student Appreciation Night (March 12, 2020)

All events canceled through April 20, 2020

Join us for a reception at 7:00PM before the performance. Complimentary tickets will be offered for UA residential students. No registration is required.

Come mingle our UA Resident Student Community! For immediate questions, call 330-972-7895.

Did you attend a show? Take our audience survey.

Richard III 2020 Audience Survey

For immediate questions, call 330-972-7895.