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ShowEastLine Summer Rep: Emma / King Lear
TypeDrama / Comedy
CompanyEastLine Theatre
VenueVarious
Dates06/15 - 08/14
TimesPlease see Dates for more information
CostAll performances are free and open to the public.
Ticket Infoinfo@eastlinetheatre.org / 516-749-5047
DescriptionA family feud tears apart a kingdom in Shakespeare's epic tragedy King Lear. When the aged King relinquishes his empire, he divides it amongst his three daughters, promising the largest share to the one who professes to love him the most. But when the balance of power transfers to the next generation, Lear is cast out by those he trusts, embarking on a maddening quest for self-knowledge and reconciliation. Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th year with us! Emma Woodhouse is clever, educated, and energetic… and in imminent danger of going mad with idleness. In a time when respectable ladies are expected to sit quietly at home, she desperately needs projects—and prides herself on matchmaking, much to the chagrin of her friend Mr. Knightley. But where Emma's considerable energies focus, screwball comedy ensues.
NoteOur fifth year and our biggest undertaking yet! Not only are we visiting more of Long Island than ever before (this year you have 15 chances to catch us!) but we're doing it with a double bill! Catch the same cast bring you Shakespeare’s tragedy King Lear and Jane Austen's romantic comedy Emma — sometimes in the same weekend!