NEXT AT RIVERSIDE THEATRE:

Shakespeare's drama Hamlet
Sheridan's comedy The School for Scandal

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Hamlet
by William Shakespeare
Directed by Kristin Horton

June 14, 15, 16, 25, 26, 28, 30; July 3, 6

One of Shakespeare’s greatest dramas — mystery, family, politics and love are explosively combined, erupting into a wild, unforgettable climax. A young prince must quickly learn to face adulthood when his father’s ghost urges him to avenge his untimely death. Hamlet must navigate the dark waters of his own grief and the treacherous landscape of a corrupt state to expose his father’s murderer. In an attempt to gain time while investigating the goings on of the Castle Elsinore, the prince feigns madness. Caught in the chaos is Ophelia who, deeply in love with Hamlet, must choose between him and loyalty to her father. To heighten the tension, down every dark corridor spying ears prepare to expose the secrets of the royal family.

The School for Scandal
by Richard Brinsley Sheridan
Directed by Theodore Swetz

June 21, 22, 23, 27, 29; July 2, 5, 7

This hilarious 18th century English satire pokes fun at an eccentric aristocratic social circle and their snooty culture of gossip and extravagance. 

Since 1777, The School for Scandal has been delighting and shocking audiences with its sparkling Wit, its romantic Charm, its laughable Sentiment and its dangerous Truths. A surprisingly modern and familiar world of Gossips, devoted Friends, backstabbing Hypocrites, jealous Husbands and true Lovers will win you over body and soul. So, come and enjoy this entertaining and seductive study of Hypocrisy wielded by Professionals — and rejoice that you are not the target!

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Hamlet
SHOW DATES & TIMES

Friday, June 14 & 28, 8:00PM
Saturday, June 15 & July 6, 8:00PM
Sunday, June 16* & June 30, 7:00PM
Tuesday, June 25*, 7:00PM
Wednesday, June 26 & July 3, 8:00PM

The School for Scandal
SHOW DATES & TIMES

Friday, June 21, 8:00PM,  Friday, July 5, 7:00PM
Saturday, June 22 & 29, 8:00PM
Sunday, June 23* & July 7, 7:00PM
Tuesday, July 2*, 7:00PM
Thursday, June 27, 8:00PM

*Indicates Family Night.  On Family Nights up to two adults accompanying a youth will receive their tickets at the youth price of $18.  Family nights are June 16 & June 25 for Hamlet, and June 23 & July 2 for The School for Scandal.  

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FREE EVENTS THIS SUMMER:

THURSDAY THEATRE TALK
May 16, 2013
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert Street, Iowa City
Free and open to the public.

Join host Miriam Gilbert, Department of English, to discuss HAMLET and THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL with directors Kristin Horton and Theodore Swetz to get the inside scoop on the summer shows.

OPEN READING OF
THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL
Friday, May 17, 7:00PM
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St.
Free and open to the public.

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes peek at an early phase of the production’s artistic development—a read-through of the play with the director. Afterwards, audience members will be invited to respond—
and your feedback will help shape the production.

THE GREEN SHOW
One hour before each RTP main performance.
Iowa City's Lower City Park, near the concession stand.
Free and open to the public.

One hour before the main performance begins enjoy the FREE Green Show, a condensed and lively version of the night's upcoming show, performed by our apprentice company.  The Green Show takes place at the Green Show stage on the lawn near the concession area.  This is a great time to have a picnic and catch some entertaiment.  The Green Show is always free and open to the public.