:: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING There’s a turf war in Messina, New Jersey. Don John has become too greedy and Don Pedro comes to “fix” the problem. Claudio and Benedict are 'muscle' for Don Pedro. Beatrice and Hero are waitresses at Leonato’s Italian Ristorante. When they all get together, each goes about falling in love in their own way. Claudio falls instantly and madly for Hero while Beatrice and Benedict show their affection through a constant barrage of insults. And with all this love in the air, of course, Hate raises its ugly head to try and tarnish Love's shine. As this mafia family alternately hatches and foils the other’s plans, the comic action never slows down; resulting in a theatrical offering “you can’t refuse.” :: 2008 PRESS RELEASE The History of Shakespeare in the Schools, this year's production overview; cast, credits and full tour schedule. :: MUCH ABOUT MUCH ADO The full synopsis for Much Ado About Nothing outling the major story beats from the play. :: POSTER PRINTS View and print the new production poster by artist Robert Rath and post it at your school! :: POSTCARDS 4 cards to a page, pass them out at your school or to share with them your community! :: THE BROADSIDE Your program and guide to the play. get the inside scoop on characters, the story and behind the scenes information. :: MUCH MORE ABOUT MUCH ADO A comprehensive study resource for teachers and students sure to inspire thought, intrigue and analysis. :: WHO ARE THESE PEOPLE? The Montana Shakespeare in the Schools actors - get to know them all! :: MSIP 2009 - LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN US BEFORE! We continue to revamp our web presence in order to offer you the best possible experience every year. And next year will be no exception. Our 2009 website will feature a new layout along with Tour Schedules, Media Guides,The Clarion Newsletter, Actor's Biographies, sections devoted to MSIP, SIS, SHAKES! and more! THE ELISE EVENT Sponsored by Elise Donohue. FRI. NOV.7th, 7:00PM (Doors Open 6:30PM) Presenting an exclusive opportunity for the public to experience firsthand what Montana Shakespeare in the Schools brings to the schools. The evening features a pre-show catered wine reception and a 75-minute performance of Much Ado About Nothing, followed by a “talk-back” with the actors and a post show reception with members of the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks company, including the artistic director, actors and designers. Tickets are $25.00 per person Seating is limited Call 994-3310 for reservations Montana Shakespeare in the Schools (SIS), an educational outreach program of Montana State University, begins its 16th season providing high school and middle school students with a live Shakespearean production, a post-show “talk back” session with the actors and a variety of workshops ranging from Stage Combat to Shakespearean Verse. This unique touring company features seven professional actors, traveling to 50 different communities this fall. Montana Shakespeare in the Parks has been playing summers all over Montana, Wyoming and southern Idaho since 1973. The company has made significant progress in the growth of our educational outreach program, which mounted its first tour in 1993. Since then, SIS grown from a two-actor tour that performed scenes from Shakespeare’s plays with minimal costumes and scenery to a seven-member professional company offering a full Shakespearean production complete with ornate costumes and scenery. The company’s mission is to bring Shakespeare “off the page and on to the stage” with a special emphasis on rural, underserved schools. Of the 49 schools visited in 2007, nearly a third were located in communities with a population of less than 1,000.