The Complete Works of William Shakespeare continues through August 28

Come and see all of Shakespeare's plays in 90 minutes.  A talented cast of five will weave their way through all the Bard's plays.  

Thursday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. ($13)
Friday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m. ($13)
Friday, August 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 27 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 28 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets available online:  www.imaginationtheater.net, by phone 1-800-838-3006, or at the door.  

Introducing Charllee of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Charllee the Stage Manager - I've been doing theater since I could walk practically, thanks to the Beverly Rose Gidlow Productions and my mom. I've been doing crew work since 2013 when I was "Curtain Kisser" for Les Miserables, and hopefully will be doing something like it all my life. Thank you to all the people who have worked so hard to make this show possible: Peter, Karen, Lanny and so many others (You know who you are) and all my friends and family (again, you know who you are).

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), or at the door. 

Introducing David Zarka of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Dave is glad to be back on stage at IT!

Dave Zarka   Growing up in San Jose, California, as the middle child among a family of seven siblings, Dave Zarka honed his acting skills at an early age.  In theaters in the Bay Area, he performed a number of roles, including Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” and Henry II in The Lion in Winter.  Then, life happened, and he married his wife, Deb; and they moved to the Greater Sacramento area, where they raised two daughters, Elaina and Ana, and he established a civil law practice.  So, it was that after taking up residence in El Dorado County, and on the urging of Deb, Dave terminated his theatrical hiatus and joined Imagination Theater’s 2015 season, landing the role of Sir Galahad in Spamalot.  Since then, he portrayed Bert in IT’s 2015 Christmas season production of Mary Poppins.  Having himself read at least two books of the Bard of Avon, Dave is thankful for the chance to tread the boards with his fellow talented cast mates in this production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), or at the door. 

Introducing Lori Whittle of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Lori Whittle Lori lives and teaches in Placerville. She has acted, directed, managed the stage, run lights, mopped, barfed, and cried at Imagination Theater.  Her first experience at IT was when she was cast as the winkie general in the Wizard of Oz. It seems she is destined to be a man. "Get thee to a nunnery!"  Lori would like to thank Lanny Langston and Peter Wolfe for keeping Imagination Theater a community theater that gives idle hands something creative to do.  She also sends out a big “Thank you!” to her husband and children for supporting her desire to play.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), and at the door. 

Introducing Holly Salvestrin of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Holly is excited to return to the IT! stage 

Holly Salvestrin   Holly feels incredibly honored to have the opportunity to share the stage with the wonderful cast and crew of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged. She starred in countless major musicals in her younger years. Her incredible stage abilities were evident in the fact that she never even flinched when the 8-track tape would switch tracks in the middle of her solos, and fortunately, her dog Charlie hardly noticed either. Holly has had the great privilege of performing for audiences besides Charlie in such plays as Grease, Anything Goes, Wizard of Oz, Beauty and the Beast, Quilters, A Little Princess and Mary Poppins. Her favorite role of all time was the part of Fantine in Les Miserables, Holly is eternally grateful for the love and support from her family, and for the incredible opportunities that IT has offered her over the years. For never was there a more wonderful theater than the one that is owned by Lanny and Peter. Enjoy the show!

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), and at the door. 

Introducing Tom Loeprich from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Tom Loeprch joins IT! for another comedic romp!

This is Tom's third show at Imagination Theater and he is thrilled to be a part of this wonderful theatre company here in our community!  Tom's previous IT! appearances include Reverend Arthur Humphrey in See How They Run and various roles in Spamalot.  He has performed many notable roles in regional and professional theatre productions all over including roles in Nicholas Nickleby, Oedipus Rex, Rhinoceros, Noises Off, and American Buffalo. 

When Peter Wolfe approached Tom about doing some Shakespeare, Tom was ecstatic.  Finally, a chance to bring some dignified and refined culture to our wonderful little area!  In order to reassure Peter that he wasn't simply some novice actor but an experienced interpreter of the great Bard's work, Tom listed his previous extensive Shakespeare roles: Claudio in Much Ado About Nothing, Tybalt in Romeo & Juliet, Lucio n Measure For Measure, Richmond in Richard III etc.. , Peter looked at him and then replied , "Can you fake barfing?"  The rest is history.   Tom holds an MFA in Acting from California State University, Fullerton and has taught Intro to Theatre and Beginning Acting courses at various campuses in the Los Rios Community College District.  In addition Tom and his family run a local bed & breakfast in historic Placerville. 

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), or at the door. 

Introducing Paul Bott from The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged

Paul Bott joins IT! for another mad cap role!

Paul Bott began his training at the age of 12, studying dance. For many years Paul studied at the Miami Conservatory of Ballet, Miami Dade College, The American College in Paris, The Dance Theater Workshop in Chattanooga TN, Fusion Dance Company in Miami, the Atlanta Contemporary Dance Company as well as classes in NYC.

Paul's resume of performance includes the world premiere of Darious Milo's The Creation of the World for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, modern dance performances at Westbeth in New York City, performances with the New York Baroque Dance Company, The Lyon Opera Company for the Festival of Dance and Music in Aix-en-Provence.   He has performed in The King and I and Oliver! at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta,  Hello Dolly, West Side Story, and as "Tony" in The Boyfriend.

Locally he has appeared as the madcap, Mr. Herzog in Green Valley Community Church's production of The Christmas Post,  more mad cap roles in the Imagination Theater’s production of Spamalot, as well as the mad cap Bishop of Lax in See How They Run. (He loves crazy mad cap Characters!)  Performing in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged will be his third production with the IT! and he is scheduled to choreograph A Christmas Story, the Musical this year.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12 and runs through August 28.  Tickets are available online, by phone (1-800-838-3006), or at the door. 

Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged opens August 12

All of the Bard's plays in under 90 minutes! A cast of five weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. An irreverent, fast-paced romp for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike! 

August 12-28, 2016

Thursdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Opening weekend: 2 tickets for $25
Thursdays and groups of 10+: $13
Regular Admission $17

*No show Sunday, August 21 due to event at the fairgrounds

Get your tickets now!  

What could go right? Join us for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare opening August 12

All of the Bard's plays in under 90 minutes! A cast of five weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories, and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. An irreverent, fast-paced romp for Shakespeare lovers and haters alike! 

August 12-28, 2016

Thursdays and Fridays at 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

Opening weekend: 2 tickets for $25
Thursdays and groups of 10+: $13
Regular Admission $17

No show on 8/21 due to event on the fairgrounds.

Tickets available online and at the door.   Or call 1-800-838-3006 for orders or changes to online orders.