有人說每個故事都有三個方面：我的一邊，你的一邊和真相。我們很少有機會檢查歷史上同一時刻的多種觀點
It has been said that there are three sides to every story: my side, your side, and the truth. We rarely get a chance to examine multiple perspectives of the same moment in history, especially when that moment happened hundreds of years ago in a land far away. However, we in the Fayetteville community have such an opportunity with Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s upcoming productions.This June, the local theatre ensemble renowned for its distinctive storytelling, immersive staging, and the harmonious integration of music will embark on a theatrical endeavor unlike any other in its history. Sweet Tea Shakespeare will present two distinct yet intertwined productions in repertory: William Shakespeare's compelling history play, King John, and the beloved folk tale of Robin Hood. These two narratives, seemingly disparate at first glance, will run concurrently, each playing on alternating nights on the intimate basement stage of the Arts Council building at 301 Hay Street. This ambitious approach to performance, presenting two full productions with significant overlap in cast and creative teams, marks a groundbreaking "in repertory" debut for Sweet Tea Shakespeare, promising a rich and multifaceted theatrical experience for local audiences.King John, a lesser-known gem in Shakespeare's historical canon, takes us into a turbulent time in England’s history. The play grapples with the precarious legitimacy of King John's reign, a throne constantly threatened by internal betrayal and the looming specter of war. As the kingdom teeters on the brink, John must navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue and personal vendettas to secure his crown and safeguard his realm. Sweet Tea Shakespeare's production of King John is led by a dynamic trio of directors: Jeremy Fiebig, Jennifer Pommerenke, and Jessica Osnoe, each bringing their unique vision to this complex historical drama.Robin Hood is a familiar tale of the outlaw who steals from the rich to give to the poor. A figure of unwavering moral conviction, Robin Hood stands in stark opposition to the corrupt machinations of the King and his ruthless enforcers, most notably the infamous Sheriff of Nottingham. In a world rife with political corruption, Robin Hood and his Merry Men embody a spirit of rebellion and a commitment to rectifying societal imbalances. Sweet Tea’s production of Robin Hood is directed by Jessie Wise, who is also the company’s executive director and CEO.The two productions employ mostly the same cast which presents some unique opportunities and challenges. When asked about the experience, Venus Bess, who plays Lady Verysdale in Robin Hood and Blanche in King John, as well as other small roles in both plays, said that she was worried about it in the beginning but as rehearsals have progressed, it was working out to be less stressful than initially expected. Three directors leading one play is another unique aspect that is not often seen. Cast member Izaiah Zapata explained that the team of Fiebig, Pommerenke, and Osnoe is working together really effectively. They each bring a different perspective and expertise that helps to create a cohesive and robust production.Performance dates are as follows:• King John: June 5, 7, 13, 15, 19, and 21• Robin Hood: June 6, 8, 12, 14, 20, and 22Tickets are available at sweetteashakespeare.com. Discounts are available for students, military, and seniors.
有人說每個故事都有三個方面：我的一邊，你的一邊和真相。我們很少有機會檢查歷史上同一時刻的多種觀點，尤其是當那一刻發生在數百年前的一片土地上時。但是，我們在費耶特維爾社區（Fayetteville Community）與甜茶莎士比亞（Sweet Tea Shakespeare）的即將到來的作品有了這樣的機會。這是6月，本地劇院合奏團以其獨特的講故事，沉浸式的舞台而聞名，音樂的和諧融合將在其歷史上與其他任何戲劇性融合。甜茶莎士比亞將在曲目中展示兩種截然不同但相互交織的作品：威廉·莎士比亞（William Shakespeare）引人入勝的歷史戲劇《約翰王》（King John）和羅賓·胡德（Robin Hood）備受喜愛的民間故事。乍一看，這兩個敘述似乎是不同的，每個敘述都將同時運行，每個敘述都會在301 Hay Street的藝術委員會大樓的親密地下室階段進行交替的夜晚。這種雄心勃勃的表演方法，在演員和創意團隊中呈現了兩種完整的作品，標誌著“曲目”首次亮相的“曲目”首次亮相，有望為當地觀眾提供豐富而多方面的戲劇經驗。該劇努力應對約翰國王統治的不穩定的合法性，這是一個不斷受到內部背叛和迫在眉睫的戰爭幽靈威脅的寶座。隨著王國在邊緣搖搖欲墜時，約翰必須在政治陰謀和個人仇殺的危險景觀中駕駛，以確保他的王冠並維護他的領域。甜茶莎士比亞國王約翰國王的製作由動態的三人組成：傑里米·菲比格（Jeremy Fiebig），詹妮弗·帕梅倫克（Jennifer Pommerenke）和傑西卡·奧斯諾（Jessica Osnoe），每個人都為這部複雜的歷史戲劇帶來了他們獨特的願景。羅賓·霍德（Robin Hood）是一個熟悉的傳奇故事，他熟悉的是從富人那裡偷東西的巨大戲劇性的故事。羅賓漢（Robin Hood）是一個堅定不移的道德信念的人物，反對國王及其無情的執法人員的腐敗的陰謀，最著名的是諾丁漢臭名昭著的警長。在一個充滿政治腐敗的世界中，羅賓·胡德（Robin Hood）和他的快樂人體現了一種叛亂的精神，並承諾糾正社會失衡。 Sweet Tea的作品Robin Hood由Jessie Wise執導，Jessie Wise也是該公司的執行董事兼首席執行官。這兩部作品大多采用相同的演員表，呈現出一些獨特的機會和挑戰。當被問及這一經歷時，維納斯·貝絲（Venus Bess）在約翰國王（King John）中扮演羅賓漢（Robin Hood）和布蘭奇（Blanche）的夫人，以及在這兩部戲中的其他小角色，她說，她一開始就擔心這一點，但隨著彩排的進展，它的壓力要比最初預期的要小。領導一部戲的三位導演是另一個獨特的方面，經常被看不見。演員Izaiah Zapata解釋說，Fiebig，Pommerenke和Osnoe團隊確實有效地合作。他們每個人都帶來了不同的觀點和專業知識，有助於創建凝聚力和強大的生產。績效日期如下：•約翰王：6月5日，7日，13、15、19、19和21•羅賓漢：6月6日，8、12、14、20、20和22tickets在SweetTeasHakespeare.com上可用。學生，軍事和老年人可享受折扣。
