AURIGA PRODUCTIONS
HAMLET
Auriga Productions is pleased to announce the remounting of William Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Hamlet. This production captivated audiences in Dallas and is moving to Fort Worth Arts for two weekends only, with its innovative interpretation, exceptional performances, and passionate staging.
Critical response has included, “Director Bert Pigg has managed to strip all the pretension out of his Hamlet... and it is extremely effective”; “You couldn’t ask for a better Hamlet than Brandon Whitlock” and “This is one of the best productions of a Shakespearean play I’ve ever seen”.
Synopsis:
One of Shakespeare's most revered tragedies, Hamlet unfolds against the backdrop of royal intrigue, familial betrayal, and existential introspection. Prince Hamlet, grappling with his father’s questionable death and his mother’s hasty remarriage, begins a journey of retribution that plunges the Danish court into chaos.
Director's Vision:
Director Bert Pigg returns with a fresh perspective to this iconic play, blending traditional elements with contemporary nuances. The production promises to resonate with both Shakespearean enthusiasts and newcomers, offering a compelling exploration of love, betrayal, and the complexities of the human psyche.
Cast Highlights:
The cast includes Brandon Whitlock in the pivotal role of Hamlet, delivering a nuanced and emotionally charged performance. Supported by a talented ensemble, each member contributes to a collaborative and immersive experience, bringing the characters to life with depth and authenticity. Performance Schedule and Ticket Information:
Auriga’s production of Hamlet will run at Fort Worth’s Sanders Theater on the weekends of May
10 and May 17. Friday and Saturday evenings at 8pm and Sunday matinees on at 2pm.
Tickets can be purchased online at TIcketLeap https://auriga-productions.ticketleap.com/
auriga-hamlet-fort-worth/
Creative Team:
Directed by Bert Pigg
Stage Managed by Jessica Roberts
Sound Design by Joshua Hahlen
Fight Choreography by Adam Kullman
Cast:
Hamlet: Brandon Whitlock
Claudius: Malcolm Stephenson
Gertrude: Adriana Bate
Ghost: Carter Frost
Polonius: Kim Winnubst
Ophelia: Sarah Flick
Laertes/Lucianus: Joshua Hahlen
Horatio: Joel Frapart
Rosencrantz: Bee Falcone
Guildenstern: Hayden Casey
Bernardo/Player King/Gravedigger: Grady W Smithey III
Marcellus/Player/Gravedigger 2: Lucy Nguyễn
Francisco/Prologue: Manny Gonzalez
