Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew at San Anton Gardens

As all the world’s a stage, so San Anton Gardens will once again be transformed into a theatre for the Malta Amateur Dramatics Club’s annual Shakespeare performance. Booking is now open for the retelling of the Bard’s The Taming of the Shrew, which will be staged from 14-23 July and directed by the renowned Polly March. TOTS is one of Shakespeare’s best-known comedies, although it does have its darker moments. The main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina – the headstrong, obdurate shrew. This is a love story, about two people who find their match – and their equal – in each other. Of course, The Taming of The Shrew is also a farce. In it Shakespeare is showing us up for what we are, or what we could be. The audience is not meant to take the situation seriously. It’s commedia. The cast is also rising to the challenge of treading this delicate balance. It includes Philip Leone Ganado, Becky Camilleri, Tina Rizzo, Gianni Selvaggi, Alex Gatsy Lewis, Laura Best and Jonathan Dunn. Music on the night will be performed by young saxophonist Samuel Mallia, which promises to be another highlight of this delightful evening under the stars. Tickets are available online at www.madc.com.mt