Steamer No.10 Theatre C.A.S.T. TEENS Student Program presents
*MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING*
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed (& Program led) by Jacqueline Donnaruma
*JULY 11-20, 2025*
*ABOUT THE PRODUCTION*
*Much Ado About Nothing*, as you’ve never seen or heard it before!
Set in the early 1940s during wartime, women must take the lead at home with many occupations, including radio broadcast! Keeping the arts alive during trying times, the female cohort steps into Shakespeare’s classic romance-filled romp! Portraying the relationships of two couples: Claudio &
Hero and Beatrice & Benedick, the actors navigate a whirlwind of love, deception, and witty banter as many meddlesome matchmakers orchestrate situations to help them overcome their initial reluctance to admit their feelings for each other. In this Shakespearean comedy, the battle of words and wits ensues as a malicious plot leads to accusations, schemes, chaos and heartbreak, before love and truth finally prevail. Audiences additionally get a window into the “behind the scenes” picture of radio, foley sound, doubling, and all the unique features (and exciting challenges) of a radio play. With a “We Can Do It” mentality, the underrepresented group rises to the task in hilarious and unexpected ways!
*PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES*
*Friday, July 11, 2025 at 7pm*
*Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 3pm*
*Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 3pm*
*Friday, July 18, 2025 at 7pm*
*Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 3pm*
*Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 3pm*
*LOCATION*
*Steamer No. 10 Theatre*
*500 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203*
*Street parking is available on Western and Madison, please do not park in the spots marked off for police vehicles. You may park within the Citizens Bank parking lot (Western Ave) after business hours, but please take care to avoid handicap/unauthorized spaces with signage.*
*TICKETING*
*$25.00 for Adults*
*$20.00 for Students & Seniors*
*Please Note: Seating is general admission.*
*Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at steamer10.org/events