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June 7–29th, 2008
 
Now in its 10th season!
 

This Year Festival is solely* presented by

Festival Theatre Ensemble

 

On the Billboard 3 ahows as usual:

As You Like It by William Shakespeare 

June 7, 8, 15, 28

at 8PM 

Gender roles, love, and politics are explored in Shakespeare’s pastoral comedy set in the magical Forest of Arden, where boundaries between reality and fantasy merge in Shakespeare’s vibrant comedy of life and love.

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THE TEMPEST by William Shakespeare 

June 20, 21, 29

at 8PM 

One of Shakespeare's final works - has love, tragedy and comedy combined in equal measure. The usurped Prospero draws his enemies to his enchanted island to exact his revenge, yet ultimately finds peace and the ability to forgive.

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Beauty and the Beast  adapted by Bruce De Les Dernier 

June 13, 14, 22, 27

at 8PM

Our Artistic Director brings his own version of one of the world’s most enchanting fables to life. It is the story of a young girl’s journey of discovery towards the understanding of imagination and love in the magical palace of the Beast.

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What you need to know? 

- All performances are held outdoors

- The evenings are chilly, so bundle up and bring a blanket!

- The performances are held on the campus of *Mid-Peninsula high school* (Between Highway 101 and the Dumbarton Bridge)

- There's free easy parking around the facility

- All performances start at 8:00 PM

- The shows are FREE!! Donations are cheerfully accepted.

- Chair seating is provided. We do have a small area near the stage if you would like to bring a blanket, or a low chair with a low back.

May this Year Festival be Another Success!!!

 

(*)What happened to Menlo Players Guild? Sadly, the Guild is no longer in operation! but the festival goes on. The Guild and Festival Theatre Ensemble (FTE) had been longtime partner, and worked togetehr on the festival for the last six years. So you will find the same familiarity with the festival looks and feels as in past years.



You can still inquire about the MenloPlayers Guild by sending an email at: info@menloplayersguild.org
Click here if you want more info about Festival Theatre Ensemble!