Austin Shakespeare’s acclaimed teen company, Young Shakespeare, returns this summer with a magical and adventurous production of Shakespeare’s Cymbeline, presented at the unique, open-air Curtain Theatre, a replica of Shakespeare’s own playhouse nestled along the banks of Lake Austin.
The production is the culmination of an intensive one-month Shakespeare training program, during which students immerse themselves in classical performance techniques, voice and movement, verse speaking, and stage combat. This immersive experience not only sharpens their acting skills but also fosters deep ensemble connections and personal growth.
Cast:
This year’s cast features Young Shakespeare alumni Roman White as Cymbeline, Lara Alcantara as the Queen, Teagan Boyd as Imogen, Jago Mystiek as Cloten, Ace Grossman as Pisanio, David Mackowski as Iachimo and Kenji Miller as Arviragus. Making their Young Shakespeare debut are Simon Auby as Posthumus Leonatus, Katherine Moore as Caiia Lucia, Nicholas Moncivalles as Philario and VV Swami as Belarius.
Creative Team:
The production is directed by Cynthia Florez, with costumes by Claire Harsch, sets and lighting by Patrick W. Anthony, sound design by Dawson MacLeod, and choreography by Toni Bravo.
