Venue: Ewing Manor

Address: 48 Sunset Road , Bloomington

posted 4:37 pm May 12
modified 2:14 pm Jun 4

Illinois Shakespeare Festival presents Richard III directed by Henry Woronicz. Jealous of his brother, the ailing King Edward IV, and determined to gain the crown for himself, Richard plots to remove anyone in his way. Vicious deeds ensue as Richard has his brother, Clarence, assassinated and then after King Edward's death, imprisons his sons while spreading rumors of their illegitimacy. Richard's enemies are soon sent to thier deaths and he is crowned king. Loyalties become divided and civil war threatens. Meanwhile in France, Richmond is gathering the forces to challenge and ultimately defeat Richard in the battle at Bosworth Field. In the end, Richmond is crowned Henry VII and goes on to lead England to a time of "smooth-faced peace." The Illinois Shakespeare Festival exemplifies a long-established tradition of professional theatre devoted to performing the plays of William Shakespeare. Every summer, a collection of theatre professionals and interns unite in Bloomington-Normal, IL, to create a dynamic environment, one dedicated not only to education but also the enthusiastic creation of performing art. In 1978, the Festival was founded as a partnership between the Illinois State University School of Theatre and the College of Fine Arts; that partnership continues today. The School of Theatre provides budget support, personnel, and facilities; the College of Fine Arts provides budget support, specifically for administrative salaries, as well as facility support. For more event information