During the time Shakespeare was writing, all performers were men. However, strong female performers such as Sarah Bernhardt played Hamlet in the 20’s and other women performers started to take on strong male parts.

There is a resurgence of all female casts in the US, Canada, UK, and now St. Francis is excited to be part of the trend. Macbeth is probably the most driven by gender of all Shakespeare’s plays because of Lady Macbeth. SF has a unique opportunity to not only play male roles but also explore the sociological and psychological issues of gender in his plays.

For more information, please call Elizabeth Danielson, 916.737.5002. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 under 19 and can be purchased at www.ticketguys.com/stfrancis or at the door.