Classic Shakespearean comedy makes a comeback in Danville, featuring an innovative historical adaptation
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In a unique twist, the SPARC Theater in Danville, California, is presenting a historically set production of Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor". This production, set just after the American Civil War, offers a fresh take on the classic play [1].
The family-friendly matinee is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Village Theatre in Danville [2]. The shows will take place at the Village Theatre and Art Gallery, located at 233 Front St. in downtown Danville.
The production is a comedy, following the character of Falstaff as he tries to woo two married women. Tickets for the matinee can be obtained with a discount using the promo code SHAKESPEAREFAM. Box office hours are Wednesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with tickets also available one hour before showtime [3].
SPARC Theater is also offering a special matinee performance for families with young children on August 17. Sharing options for the news are available on Facebook, Pinterest, and Nextdoor [4].
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.danville.ca.gov/sparc or contact John Dunn at [email protected] or 925-314-3418 [5]. The news is built with Kit, and related articles include coverage of the 2024 Orinda Mega Mixer and the East Bay's strangest restroom, located in Danville [6].
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[1] The production is set in a historical period just before the American Civil War, while maintaining the original words of the play. [2] The family-friendly matinee is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. [3] Box office hours are Wednesday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with tickets also available one hour before showtime. [4] Sharing options for the news are available on Facebook, Pinterest, and Nextdoor. [5] For tickets and more information, visit www.danville.ca.gov/sparc or contact John Dunn at [email protected] or 925-314-3418. [6] A related article is about a historic Danville building turning 100. A related article is about the 2024 Orinda Mega Mixer. A related article is about the East Bay's strangest restroom, which is located in Danville.
The upcoming performance of "The Merry Wives of Windsor" at SPARC Theater in Danville offers a unique blend of entertainment and history. With tickets available for a discount using the promo code SHAKESPEAREFAM, it's an opportunity not to be missed if you're interested in local events.
