MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING - Presented by Platte Valley Theatre Arts

Fri May 08 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm UTC-06:00

The Armory Performing Arts Center | Brighton

Platte Valley Theatre Arts
Publisher/HostPlatte Valley Theatre Arts
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING - Presented by Platte Valley Theatre Arts
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Platte Valley Theatre Arts presents
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
May 8/9 & 15/16
Performances held at:
Armory Performing Arts Center
300 Strong St., Brighton, CO 80601
FRIDAY SHOWS: 7:30 PM
SATURDAY SHOWS: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
PURCHASE TICKETS: https://www.plattevalleytheatrearts.org/much-ado
Please note, this production is recommended for audiences ages 10 & up.
Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing is a witty, fast-moving comedy about love, misunderstandings, and clever wordplay. In sunny Messina, the sharp-tongued Beatrice and the proud Benedick trade hilarious insults while their friends secretly plot to bring them together. At the same time, the sweet Hero faces a scheme that tests love, trust, and friendship, keeping everyone on their toes. Packed with vibrant characters, comic twists, and moments of heartfelt emotion, the play explores themes of love, honor, and the consequences of deception. Audiences can expect laughter, clever banter, and a satisfying mix of tension and joy, leaving with a fresh appreciation for Shakespeare’s timeless humor and insight into human relationships.
PRODUCTION TEAM:
Director: Kelly Van Oosbree
Director of Voice & Text: Jeffrey Parker
Costume Designer: Susan Rahmsdorff-Terry
Lighting Designer: Brett Maughan
Scenic Designer: Kelly Van Oosbree
Stage Manager: Kristina Bobrowski
Assistant Stage Manager: Maile Diaz
Social Media & Marketing: Story Socials Co.
Show Art Designer: Allaco Creative
CAST:
Claudio: Cooper Atchison
Conrade: Nathan Dettlebach
Benedick: Bill Diggle
Hero: Marisa Dinsmoor
Beatrice: Sarah Kit Farrell
Leonato: Matt Hindmarch
Margaret: Alex Jacobsen
George Seacole / Lord: Cam Leonard
Dogberry / Balthasar / Sexton: Cory Lowe
Don John: Adam Luhrs
Friar Francis: Jacob McCrory
Ursula: Adrianna Quiñones
Hugh Oatcake: Daniel Schwartz
Verges: Joseph A.W. Steiner
Borachio: Tyler Strickland
Don Pedro: Jackson Westenskow
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The Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong St,Brighton, Colorado, United States

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