Fall in love with ‘Shakespeare in Love‘, the Maverick Theater has masterfully adapted the Oscar-winning film this St. Valentine’s Day.
The cast of, ‘Shakespeare in Love’ running now through March 16, 2025, at the Maverick Theater.
The Maverick Theater has masterfully adapted the Oscar-winning film ‘Shakespeare in Love‘, starring Joseph Fiennes, into a stunning stage production. Lee Hall’s adaptation of the screenplay, originally by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard, truly brings the magic of this beloved story to life in time for St. Valentine’s Day. Under the visionary direction and production of Brian Newell, the performance is an immersive journey through Shakespeare’s world of romance, passion, and creative inspiration.
Newell’s direction is impeccable, and the set design is nothing short of brilliant, with a single stage transforming effortlessly into a tavern, a ballroom, the Queen’s court, and more—all with just a handful of set pieces. The fluidity of these transitions serves as a testament to the creativity and skill of the entire production team.
William Shakespeare (Justyn Gonzalez) and his muse, Viola De Lesseps (Samantha Green) in, ‘Shakespeare in Love’ running from now through March 16, 2025, at the Maverick Theater.
The cast is nothing short of exceptional, with each actor delivering a remarkable performance. Justyn Gonzalez, playing young playwright William Shakespeare, perfectly embodies the writer’s struggle with inspiration and love, while his real life love, Samantha Green’s portrayal of Viola De Lesseps, Shakespeare’s muse, lays the foundation to the story’s romantic intrigue. Their chemistry is electric, and their performances are captivating from start to finish. Along with their chemistry, we truly loved to hate, Ryan Knight as the deviously jealous, Lord Wessex, Shakespeare’s antagonist.
Glenn Freeze as Fennyman, the grumpy yet lovable financier, and Patrick Peterson as Kit Marlowe, Shakespeare’s witty and loyal friend, both bring unique flair to their roles. Sarah-Jane Finch’s portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I captures the commanding presence of England’s monarch, while Paul D. Flores’ Ned Alleyn and Andrew Piñon’s Richard Burbage provide strong, charismatic performances as fellow actors in Shakespeare’s troupe.
Angel Dumapias delivers a wonderful performance as the Nurse, blending comedy and heartfelt emotion with ease. Leonard Joseph Dunham’s portrayal of Tilney, the Lord Chamberlain, is both humorous and sharp, while Kyle Slayton and Kyle Moore bring playful energy to their respective roles as Sam/Juliet and Wabash/Lord de Lesseps.
Jasper Ellis, Mark Bowen, Nina Rae, Samuel Hanke, Tristan Lund, Aizaiah Soto, Ervin Bolisay, and Renee Schwarz all shine in their supporting roles, each adding to the depth and richness of the production.
Together, this talented cast, under Brian Newell’s visionary direction and Lee Hall’s brilliant adaptation, brings ‘Shakespeare in Love‘ to life in a way that is both thrilling and heartwarming. The Maverick Theater has once again proven that the magic of the theater can transform even the grandest of stories into a deeply personal, unforgettable experience.
To purchase tickets for ‘Shakespeare in Love‘ at the Maverick Theater visit their official website at: https://mavericktheater.com/.
The Maverick Theater is located at:
110 E. Walnut Ave, UNIT B
Fullerton, CA 92832
Summary
Intrigue, love, romance, jealousy, betrayal, fall in love with ‘Shakespeare in Love‘ at the Maverick Theater.
