TAMING OF THE SHREW @ The Complex

Book by William Shakespeare

Set Design by Daniel A. Saks, Costume Design by Rachel E. Neff and Anne Kelly, Lighting Design by Eileen D. Thomas, Production Stage Manager – Niku Kashef

(Reviews Below Slideshow)

“Unger wisely refrains from altering Shakespeare’s text, simply brackets it contemporarily in a cozy jukebox joint… With a swift change of scene, in the twinkle of a time-warp, we’re in ancient Padua. The hullabaloo begins… There’s action aplenty in the new Action Theatre Ensemble…” – Drama-Logue

“Brief modern-day scenes bookend Michael Unger’s faithful adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy… setting the tone for a fun and energetic handling of the Bard’s tale… the performers deliver the witty dialogue with wonderful grace and facility. Unger and his strong cast dance through a slapstick romp that will surprise those who think Shakespeare was all stiff collars and soliloquies… an exceptional cast. This production makes Shakespeare a whole lot more entertaining than your high-school English teacher ever did.” – LA Reader

“Unger’s finely tuned and well-trimmed adaptation of Shakespeare’s bawdy romp… a very funny and readily comprehensible production.” – LA Weekly