Silicon Valley Shakespeare brings Richard III' and Emma' to Saratoga
Briefly

Silicon Valley Shakespeare is staging Richard III and Emma at Sanborn Park in Saratoga until the end of August. Richard III is adapted into a 1940s nightclub setting, showcasing an all-female and nonbinary cast while retaining Shakespeare's original language. Emma follows a clever young woman's meddling in others' romantic lives as a counterbalance to Richard III's darker themes. ASL performances are offered for both shows, alongside a Women-and Nonbinary-Owned Businesses Festival and a themed book exchange to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday in August.
Richard III is reimagined as a cold-blooded fixer in a 1940s nightclub, using charm and violence to gain power, featuring an all-female, nonbinary cast.
Emma focuses on the lively meddling of a confident young woman in her friends' romances, countering the dark themes of Richard III.
ASL-interpreted performances enhance accessibility for Richard III and Emma, ensuring that diverse audiences can enjoy these adaptations.
The Women-and Nonbinary-Owned Businesses Festival offers local entrepreneurs a platform to display and sell their goods, celebrating community and creativity.
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