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King Lear at the Greenbelt Arts Center, Aug 22-Sep 6

King Lear at the Greenbelt Arts Center, Aug 22-Sep 6

The Rude Mechanicals in residence at Greenbelt Arts Center presents:
King Lear
by William Shakespeare
directed by Claudia Bach

August 22 – September 6, 2025

Location: Greenbelt Arts Center

In the mid-twentieth century, King Lear and his family are in a close but crumbling family structure. What seemed stable, grounded in family expectations, slowly collapses around them, along with their abilities, perceptions of the world, and even their identities. This American gothic tale will take these characters from privilege to tragedy through their failure to see each other clearly until it is too late.

Tickets: $24 General Admission, $22 Seniors/Military, $12 Student/Youth. Buy tickets here.

The Rude Abides at the Greenbelt Arts Center, May 10-18

The Rude Abides at the Greenbelt Arts Center, May 10-18

The Rude Mechanicals in Residence at The Greenbelt Arts Center present:
The Rude Abides (A One-Acts Festival)
May 10 – 18, 2024

Location: Greenbelt Arts Center

From putting their innovative spin on classical works to showcasing creations of local playwrights, the Rudes’ selection of short plays is sure to surprise and delight.

The Insect, by Claudia Bach, directed by Joshua Engel
A Twist of Rotten Silk, or Coriolanus and Aufidius at Antium, by William Shakespeare and Nahum Tate, directed by Jaki Demarest
Friar Laurence’s Apothecary, by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Liana Olear
Shakespoems, by William Shakespeare, directed and conducted by Sean Eustis

Ticket prices: $24 General Admission, $22 Seniors/Military, $12 Student/Youth. Buy tickets here.

Doctor Faustus at Greenbelt Arts Center, May 21 & 22, Online

Doctor Faustus at Greenbelt Arts Center, May 21 & 22, Online

The Rude Mechanicals in residence at the Greenbelt Arts Center present:
Doctor Faustus
by Christopher Marlowe
directed by Claudia Bach

Performances : live via Zoom Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22, 2021

Set in a modern, internet-forum world, Faustus connects with some dangerous minds online and is dragged into a world of conspiracy, magic, and evil. After making a deal with a servant of Hell to unlock the truth and powers of the world, Faustus gets more than he bargained for when his payment comes due. On a backdrop of reddit and internet indoctrination, this production explores what it means to access the truth and to confront reality, whatever it may be.

By Greenbelt Arts Center, Online.

All performances are free. We are asking a suggested donation of $10 to help support our continuing efforts to provide theater to Greenbelt and the larger community; please click on Donate and select “Support Online Shows.”

Online performance, click here.

Auditions for Doctor Faustus by the Rude Mechanicals at Greenbelt Arts Center, Mar 22 & 23, Online

Auditions for Doctor Faustus by the Rude Mechanicals at Greenbelt Arts Center, Mar 22 & 23, Online

The Rude Mechanicals in residence at the Greenbelt Arts Center announce:
Auditions for:
Doctor Faustus
by Christopher Marlowe
directed by Claudia Bach

Auditions: Monday March 22 and Tuesday March 23 from 7-10pm by appointment

Performances : live via Zoom Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22, 2021

Set in a modern, internet-forum world, Faustus connects with some dangerous minds online and is dragged into a world of conspiracy, magic, and evil. After making a deal with a servant of Hell to unlock the truth and powers of the world, Faustus gets more than he bargained for when his payment comes due. On a backdrop of reddit, Qanon, and internet indoctrination, this production explores what it means to access the truth and to confront reality, whatever it may be.

By Greenbelt Arts Center, Online.

Auditions will be Monday March 22 and Tuesday March 23 from 7-10pm by appointment. Please sign up for a slot using this link: https://forms.gle/Jyq8GbHMku6cPium9. More details can be found at the sign up form.
For more information click here.

Rude Mechanicals present Romeo and Juliet live on Zoom and YouTube, Aug 15 & 16

Rude Mechanicals present Romeo and Juliet live on Zoom and YouTube, Aug 15 & 16

The Rude Mechanicals in residence at the Greenbelt Arts Center present
Romeo and Juliet
by William Shakespeare
directed by Claudia Bach

Location: Online. Click here.

Saturday, August 15, 8 PM
https://zoom.us/j/93683802792?pwd=RmdEc1B1Ri9VaVgrUUNKSXdVTEZXdz09

Sunday, August 16, 2 PM — followed by a talkback with the cast and crew
https://zoom.us/j/96560142195?pwd=ckFqeEQrOTJEVERiREJKRW5DTUJmUT09

Or join us live via YouTube on our channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbVlprjEIx23iMoy1ff5ghA/featured

The Rude Mechanicals and the Greenbelt Arts Center present this online production of Romeo & Juliet, the story of two young women in rural America fighting against the prejudices of their families and even themselves in order to be together. This cast brings new life, heart, and insight to this classic play.

From the Director:
“I wanted to explore how we overlook and miss the voices of young people. There is a striking lack of trust and communication between the young people in this community and the adults, and the consequences are dire. What does it mean for two young women, living in a town so small they’re practically isolated, to learn something about themselves — their love for each other — that suddenly makes them an Other? Alienated from the few people around them, who would they go to? Who would they trust? Suddenly, as the grapple not only with their secret infatuation but with the secret of their own identities, we can feel the full weight of the stakes Shakespeare is presenting to us, and the story begins to shed new light on what it is to love others and yourself.”

Performances will be online and open to the public. Please consider a suggested donation of $10 to support the work and expansion of both the Rude Mechanicals and the Greenbelt Arts Center.