Simply Shakespeare 2008 Presents
The Taming of the Shrew
Rob Lowe, Geoffrey Rush, Zach Braff and Kate Hudson light up the stage at Simply Shakespeare 2006.
Photo by Michael Lamont
Monday, May 19 @ 7:30 pm
In UCLA's Freud Playhouse
Every spring, some of today’s finest actors donate their time to participate in a staged reading of a Shakespearean comedy.
Co-chaired by Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks, this annual tradition raises awareness and funds in support of Shakespeare Festival/LA’s programs.
This year's cast includes:
Tom Hanks — Petruchio
Annette Bening — Kate
Christina Applegate — Bianca
William Shatner — Baptista
Sean Astin — Biondello
Zach Braff — Lucentio
David Schwimmer — Tranio
Arte Johnson — Gremio
Special Opportunity:
Join the actors on stage as a member of the cast! Participate in our celebrity auction!
Steve Root — Drumio
Tim Allen — Hortensio
Tommy Chong — The Pedant
Rita Wilson — The Widow
and You!
With live music and songs provided by Lyle Lovett.
If you'd like to join us for this evening of intimate, warm, and entertaining theater, please contact Levy, Pazati & Associates at (310) 201-5053. You can also download our sponsorship packages here.