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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