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Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Audition Announcement: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow By John Heimbuch and Jon Ferguson (Adapted from Washinton Irving) Directed by Victoria Gullo Assistant Director: Amanda Rose Benjamin Musical Director : Ariel Ubaldegaray Stage Manager: Nikita Chernin 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. We’re seeking 10 bold, imaginative, and collaborative ensemble of actors excited by physical storytelling, ensemble-driven work, and rich character exploration. The production embraces the strange, the beautiful, and the grotesque, inviting performers to lean into mood, rhythm, and a sense of the uncanny. Whether it’s the flicker of lantern light in a haunted wood or the tension of a town on edge, this is a thrilling opportunity to dive into a classic American ghost story and bring it vividly to life for the Halloween season. Auditions will take place on Thursday, July 31, from 5:00 to 9:00pm and then Friday, August 1 from 5:00 to 9:00pm in The Learning Center, Building G, at Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301. To make an audition appointment email Nikita Chernin at [email protected] with preferable time slot and we will accommodate as best as possible. Performances will take place in the Staten Island Playhouse at Empire Outlets, St. George, on the following dates: Friday, October 17 – 8:00pm Saturday, October 18 – 8:00pm Sunday, October 19 – 2:00pm) Friday, October 24 – 8:00pm Saturday, October 25 – 8:00pm Sunday, October 26 – 8:00pm
Introducing the second play in our New Worlds Festival line up! Playwright Kseniya Ignatova-Yates is presenting her brand new play “How I Learned to Steal Horses and Finally Play the Piano” Sometimes, picking up the pieces can be a real schlep. With the help of a dazzling part time psychic named Glendora, Abby begins to realize that in order to find yourself, you need to look back on where you’ve been
Don’t cry Bestie! You still have one more chance to see The Importance of Being Earnest! Tonight at 8pm. Be there, or be square 😉 Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar Wilde It’s America 2004, and societal pretension is at an all-time high. Two best friends, Jack and Algernon decide to live double lives as “Earnest” to escape the pressures of being rich, popular, and like, totally fetch. Amid secret identities, hilarious chaos, and unexpected romance, Jack and Algy will finally discover the vital importance of being earnest – like you’ve never seen it before. June 21 (Rain date: June 22) 8:00pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 GENERAL ADMISSION: $30, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $27, MEMBERS $25 Purchase tickets online by visiting: sishakespeare.org Featuring: Jamar Arthur Connor Burke Daniela Favaloro Raquel Gomez Regina Paleau Kaelin Philips Anthony Pollara Tom Shcherbenko William Simancas Directed by Courtney Emerson Assistant Director and Stage Manager: Laura Casertano Costumer; Justine Giachetti Sound Design: Laura Casertano Sound Engineering: Ella Williams and Ally Popick Graphic Design: Courtney Emerson Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
Grab your BFF and join us for the final weekend of The Importance of Being Earnest! <3 Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar Wilde It’s America 2004, and societal pretension is at an all-time high. Two best friends, Jack and Algernon decide to live double lives as “Earnest” to escape the pressures of being rich, popular, and like, totally fetch. Amid secret identities, hilarious chaos, and unexpected romance, Jack and Algy will finally discover the vital importance of being earnest – like you’ve never seen it before. June 20, 21 (Rain dates: June 22) 8:00pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 GENERAL ADMISSION: $30, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $27, MEMBERS $25 Purchase tickets online by visiting: sishakespeare.org Featuring: Jamar Arthur Connor Burke Daniela Favaloro Raquel Gomez Regina Paleau Kaelin Philips Anthony Pollara Tom Shcherbenko William Simancas Directed by Courtney Emerson Assistant Director and Stage Manager: Laura Casertano Costumer; Justine Giachetti Sound Design: Laura Casertano Sound Engineering: Ella Williams and Ally Popick Graphic Design: Courtney Emerson Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Audition Announcement: The Comedy of Errors By William Shakespeare Directed by Emmie D’Amico A Comedy of Errors is one of Shakespeare’s funniest shows. 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. We are looking for physical and dynamic actors with a strong grasp on heightened text to jump into these timeless roles with energy who are willing to build a company mindset of mutual respect. Auditions will take place on Friday, July 11, from 6:00 to 10:00pm and then Saturday, July 12 from 4:00 to 8:00pm in The Learning Center, Building G, at Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 10301. To make an audition appointment email Emmie D’Amico at [email protected] with preferable time slot and we will accommodate as best as possible.
Show’s on for tonight and next weekend! https://www.silive.com/entertainment/2025/06/shakespearean-theatres-the-importance-of-being-earnest-at-snug-harbor-this-weekend-and-next.html?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwK7yQNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhmzLZC_kiA068Z8ha1PNbVyB2sAhoRGxO31ttnDkoUsmKmxVDY7AQmKfIqr_aem_tAIwe4eSpfux5qg7gZ9uRw
Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar Wilde It’s America 2004, and societal pretension is at an all-time high. Two best friends, Jack and Algernon decide to live double lives as “Earnest” to escape the pressures of being rich, popular, and like, totally fetch. Amid secret identities, hilarious chaos, and unexpected romance, Jack and Algy will finally discover the vital importance of being earnest – like you’ve never seen it before. June 13, 14, 20, 21 (Rain dates: June 15 and 22) 8:00pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 GENERAL ADMISSION: $30, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $27, MEMBERS $25 Purchase tickets online by visiting: sishakespeare.org Featuring: Jamar Arthur Connor Burke Daniela Favaloro Raquel Gomez Regina Paleau Kaelin Philips Anthony Pollara Tom Shcherbenko William Simancas Directed by Courtney Emerson Assistant Director and Stage Manager: Laura Casertano Costumer; Justine Giachetti Sound Design: Laura Casertano Sound Engineering: Ella Williams and Ally Popick Graphic Design: Courtney Emerson Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
IT’S OPENING NIGHT! Don’t miss The Importance of Being Earnest Y2K Edition! Congrats to this totally awesome cast and crew! Get your tickets now!!! Staten Island Shakespearean Theatre Company Presents: The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar Wilde It’s America 2004, and societal pretension is at an all-time high. Two best friends, Jack and Algernon decide to live double lives as “Earnest” to escape the pressures of being rich, popular, and like, totally fetch. Amid secret identities, hilarious chaos, and unexpected romance, Jack and Algy will finally discover the vital importance of being earnest – like you’ve never seen it before. June 13, 14, 20, 21 (Rain dates: June 15 and 22) 8:00pm Outside the Music Hall Annex Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace Staten Island, NY 10301 GENERAL ADMISSION: $30, STUDENTS & SENIORS: $27, MEMBERS $25 Purchase tickets online by visiting: sishakespeare.org Featuring: Jamar Arthur Connor Burke Daniela Favaloro Raquel Gomez Regina Paleau Kaelin Philips Anthony Pollara Tom Shcherbenko William Simancas Directed by Courtney Emerson Assistant Director and Stage Manager: Laura Casertano Costumer; Justine Giachetti Sound Engineering: Ella Williams Graphic Design: Courtney Emerson Producers: Frank Williams and Cara S. Liander
