August 7 - September 26

For the Dreamers

Step into this fantastical fairy tale, where old-world verse and modern wit mingle. A prophecy proclaims that a new-born leader will usher in an era of tyranny. But what if the fates are wrong? Doesn’t every human deserve a chance to be human? Then again, what if they’re right? Such questions propel the celestial dice we all roll every day. Life, after all, is our greatest adventure, and there’s no adventure without hope. No hope without risk. A love letter to the Spanish Golden Age – funny, bawdy and profound. A singular spectacle like nothing you’ve seen on our Hill stage, perfectly suited to an evening under the portentous stars.

Featuring David Alan Anderson, Phoebe González, Sam Luis Massaro, Nathan M. Ramsey, Laura Rook, Triney Sandoval, Marcus Truschinski.

Synopsis

A theatrical exploration of fate vs free will, Prince Segismundo is imprisoned from birth, based on a prophesy that claimed he would grow into a tyrant. But as time passes, his father, King Basilio, has regrets. So he decides to release Segismundo to test if he’s really all that bad. And if it turns out he is? They’ll just return him to his prison and tell him his freedom was all a dream. Throw in a damsel in disguise, a salty servant and power-hungry couple with relationship issues, and you get a funny, absurd and strangely beautiful take on a 17th century classic.

This play contains adult language and themes; viewers please take note. Contact the Box Office at 608-588-2361 for specific content information.