It takes guts to write a sequel to a Shakespeare play, especially one of his most popular. I will give Duncan Pflaster, the playwright behind The Thyme of the Season, his due. He has created a fun and well written play that fully captures the spirit of A Midsummer Night's Dream, while wedding the Bard's gift for storytelling with a modern sensibility.
And speaking of making an ass of himself, will Puck be able to serve Oberon and bedevil Titania, not to mention woo the comely Pumpkinseed, all while under a witch's spell?
It's a comedy, so the answer to most of those questions is yes . . . kind of.
Pflaster has written a fun, spirited and naughty show, and his direction keeps it fast and funny. I fully expect to see this clever show returned to the stage soon.
The Thyme of the Season
Written and Directed by Duncan Pflaster
Conceived by Duncan Pflaster and Clara Barton Green
Stage Manager: Shawna Cathey
Costumes: Mark Richard Caswell
Original Music/Guitar: Matthew Applebaum
Viola (June 5, 6, 8, 18, 23): Michelle O'Connor
Horn (June 11, 13, 19): Jesse Neuman
House Managers: Patricia Comstock and Nicholas Meo
Featuring: Clara Barton Green (Puck), Kelly Nichols (Helena), Rebecca Hirota (Hermia), Eric C. Bailey (Bottom), Matt Falber (Demetrius), Shawn McLaughlin (Lysander) Tania Jeudy (Pumpkinseed), Ryan G. Metzger (Oberon), Michelle Ramoni (Titania)
Closed June 23
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