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Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow By John Heimbuch and Jon Ferguson Based on the story by Washington Irving Step into the shadows of Sleepy Hollow, where superstition lingers in the fog and the sound of ghostly hooves echo in the night. This movement-driven retelling of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow blends classic storytelling with dark humor, theatrical invention, and an eerie, gothic sensibility. October 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 8:00pm (Sunday matinees at 2:00pm) Staten Island Playhouse at Empire Outlets 55 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301, Level 3 GENERAL ADMISSION: $30, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $27, MEMBERS $25 Purchase tickets online by visiting: sishakespeare.org Featuring: Phil Cosentino Helene Dubois Nick Easton Matt Gilleece John Hannan Patricia Keleher Ariel Marcus-Hollenbeck Anthony Pollara Eric Rosen Madelyn Rothstein Evan Schmidlin Anna Sheehan Directed by Victoria Gullo Assistant Director: Amanda Rose Benjamin Music Director: Ariel Ubaldegaray Stage Manager: McKenna McQueen Sound Engineer: Michael Alesia Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Fight Director: Vincent Lane Costumer: Phoebe Frazier Set Construction: Rob Yuzuk Graphic Design: Christopher Sorrentino Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
Together with the entire Staten Island theatre community, SIST mourns the loss of Ellen Mitchell, a true local icon whose energy lit up our stages and ignited our board of directors for decades. Her tenacious fortitude, and unquenchable sense of humor, was essential for carrying the company through both times of growth and tough organizational transitions. These qualities of perseverance from the former chairperson remain embedded in the company’s DNA today. A quintessential storyteller, Ellen directed several plays for us, including The Weir, The Heidi Chronicles, and the Sisters Rosensweig. Memorable performances included those in Dancing at Lughnasa, Plaza Suite, And The World Goes Round, Sweeney Todd, The Prisoner of Second Avenue, and The Nerd. Whether on or off stage, Ellen told the truth. She shared her own truth and was willing to give herself to all. We will always remember that generosity of self that reached out and affected audiences whenever she performed. Ellen let that same spirit shine on all those lucky enough to have known her laughter. Below are photos from a recent SIST Roast and production photos from the 80s and 90s.
The Comedy of Errors is back tonight for the final two performances! Online reservations are sold out, but walk ins welcome! Bring a chair and we’ll have a space for you! Come on down to Snug Harbor and laugh with us! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated – and hilarious. September 19, 20 (Rain dates: September 21) 7:30pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 FREE ADMISSION Seating is limited and a ticket is required. Free tickets can be obtained at the door before each performance (if still available), or get them in advance by visiting sishakespeare.org Featuring: Advika Atmana Miles Alexander Bridges Mona Bruno Melanie Santos Cordero Hunter Duggan Shea East Phoebe Eskovitz Robin Kalellis Jose Martinez-Chavarria Mikey Miller Olivia Moffa Anthony Pollara Jaden Singh Regan Sou Eva Tsang Julia Vanyo Directed by Emmie D’Amico Choreography: Yaroque Dance Theatre Costumes: Shelby Green Stage Manager: Emma Ferguson Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Sound Technician: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Keri Sheheen Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
The Comedy of Errors is back this weekend for our final two performances! Reservations are sold out but walk ins welcome! We ask that you bring your own chair and we’ll find space for you. Don’t miss out on this fantastic production! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated – and hilarious. September 19, 20 (Rain dates: September 21) 7:30pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 FREE ADMISSION Seating is limited and a ticket is required. Free tickets can be obtained at the door before each performance (if still available), or get them in advance by visiting sishakespeare.org Featuring: Advika Atmana Miles Alexander Bridges Mona Bruno Melanie Santos Cordero Hunter Duggan Shea East Phoebe Eskovitz Robin Kalellis Jose Martinez-Chavarria Mikey Miller Olivia Moffa Anthony Pollara Jaden Singh Regan Sou Eva Tsang Julia Vanyo Directed by Emmie D’Amico Choreography: Yaroque Dance Theatre Costumes: Shelby Green Stage Manager: Emma Ferguson Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Sound Technician: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Keri Sheheen Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
Join Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre for a RAUCOUS night of fine dining and laughter as we honor Dennis McKeon with our Seventh Annual ROAST and Shakey Award! Thursday, November 6th, 2024, 6:30pm RSVP by October 25th, 2025 at sishakespeare.org You won’t want to miss this. What happens at the Roast, stays at the Roast!
Happy Opening to the Cast and Crew of The Comedy of Errors! Come out and support this fantastic and fun production! Four performances only! Reservations are sold out but walk ins welcome! We ask that you bring your own chair and we’ll find space for you. See you at the show! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated – and hilarious. September 12, 13, 19, 20 (Rain dates: September 14 and 21) 7:30pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 FREE ADMISSION Seating is limited and a ticket is required. Free tickets can be obtained at the door before each performance (if still available), or get them in advance by visiting sishakespeare.org Featuring: Advika Atmana Miles Alexander Bridges Mona Bruno Melanie Santos Cordero Hunter Duggan Shea East Phoebe Eskovitz Robin Kalellis Jose Martinez-Chavarria Mikey Miller Olivia Moffa Anthony Pollara Jaden Singh Regan Sou Eva Tsang Julia Vanyo Directed by Emmie D’Amico Choreography: Yaroque Dance Theatre Costumes: Shelby Green Stage Manager: Emma Ferguson Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Sound Technician: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Keri Sheheen Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
The Comedy of Errors opens tomorrow night! Reservations are sold out for this weekends performances. Walk in’s are welcome, we just ask you to bring your own chair! Looking forward to welcoming our audiences to Ephesus this weekend and next! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated – and hilarious. September 12, 13, 19, 20 (Rain dates: September 14 and 21) 7:30pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 FREE ADMISSION Seating is limited and a ticket is required. Free tickets can be obtained at the door before each performance (if still available), or get them in advance by visiting sishakespeare.org Featuring: Advika Atmana Miles Alexander Bridges Mona Bruno Melanie Santos Cordero Hunter Duggan Shea East Phoebe Eskovitz Robin Kalellis Jose Martinez-Chavarria Mikey Miller Olivia Moffa Anthony Pollara Jaden Singh Regan Sou Eva Tsang Julia Vanyo Directed by Emmie D’Amico Choreography: Yaroque Dance Theatre Costumes: Shelby Green Stage Manager: Emma Ferguson Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Sound Technician: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Keri Sheheen Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
Attention: Reservations are going FAST for The Comedy of Errors! But don’t fret if you can’t get a reservation! Walk ins are welcome! Just be sure to bring your own chair. We look forward to welcoming our audiences this weekend and next! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Like a cartoon come to life, the many cases of mistaken identity when two sets of twins with the same name are separated at birth and unbeknownst to anyone, end up in the same town, are abundant! Our production, inspired by the campy comedy of drag and clowning, will explore the assumptions made about a person based on their appearance, and how not directly addressing an issue can make situations much more complicated – and hilarious. September 12, 13, 19, 20 (Rain dates: September 14 and 21) 7:30pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 FREE ADMISSION Seating is limited and a ticket is required. Free tickets can be obtained at the door before each performance (if still available), or get them in advance by visiting sishakespeare.org Featuring: Advika Atmana Miles Alexander Bridges Mona Bruno Melanie Santos Cordero Hunter Duggan Shea East Phoebe Eskovitz Robin Kalellis Jose Martinez-Chavarria Mikey Miller Olivia Moffa Anthony Pollara Jaden Singh Regan Sou Eva Tsang Julia Vanyo Directed by Emmie D’Amico Choreography: Yaroque Dance Theatre Costumes: Shelby Green Stage Manager: Emma Ferguson Lighting Design: Jamie Casertano Sound Technician: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Keri Sheheen Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
