A spokesperson says---
“... In Shakespeare’s beloved romantic comedy, cousins Rosalind and Celia are exiled from a corrupt royal court and into Arden, a forest where the disposed Duke Senior leads a merrymaking crew. Donning disguises as a young man and shepherdess, Rosalind and Celia find respite, adventure, and love in nature. The play’s themes of resilience, redemption, and self-determination resonate with the cultural identity of Washington, DC. Artistic Director Karen Ann Daniels envisioned the royal court as akin to Washington, DC, in its capacity as the seat of federal power, and the Forest of Arden as a reflection of the neighborhoods throughout DC and the people who live, work, love, and create..."
CAST:
Terrance Fleming as Ollie, Manu Kumasi as Orlando, Nikkole Salter as Jaques, and Sabrina Lynne Sawyer as Celia, Tsilala Brock as Rosalind, Joey Collins as Adam, Ahmad Kamal as Touchstone, Raven Lorraine as Corin, Jefferson A. Russell as Duke Senior and Duke Frederick, and musician John Sygar as LeBeau and Amiens.
CREATIVE TEAM:
Director of Artistic Programs and Artistic Director of Folger Theatre Karen Ann Daniels and directed by Timothy Douglas.
Tony Thomas (Choreographer), Kokayi (Composer), Gisela Estrada (Scenic Designer), Celeste Jennings (Costume Designer), Minjoo Kim (Lighting Designer), Miki Vale (Sound Designer and Lyricist), Otis Ramsey-Zöe(Dramaturg), Danica Rodriguez (Casting Director), Jasmine Bhagroo (Assistant Director), Tori Schuchmann (Production Stage Manager), and Jessica Hagy (Assistant Stage Manager).
