The Taming of the Shrew
Synopsis
San Francisco's prize-winning American Conservatory Theater's rowdy commedia dell'arte production incorporates slapstick, pratfall and earthy humor into William Shakespeare's comedy about the two unmarried daughters of a wealthy Italian merchant. While daughter Bianca is genteel and popular, daughter Kate is foul-tempered and strong-willed. No one dares to marry Kate, until Petruchio arrives in Padua and tries his hand at courtship.
Top Cast
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Marc Singer
Petruchio
Fredi Olster
Katherina
Harry Hamlin
Mariamo
Earl Boen
A Pedant
Raye Birk
Gremio
Ron Boussom
Grumio
Barbara Dirickson
Sugarsop
Bobby F. Ellerbee
Haberdasher
Rick Hamilton
Tranio
Charles Hyman
Camellio
Daniel Kern
Biondello
Michael Keys Hall
Emilio
Deborah May
Widow
William Paterson
Baptista
Sandra Shotwell
Bianca
Al White
Nathaniel
Laird Williamson
Vincentio
James R. Winker
Hortensio
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kirk Browning, William Ball
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- The Taming of the Shrew
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- American Conservatory Theater, Broadway Theatre Archive
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kirk Browning, William Ball
William Shakespeare
Ken Campbell
Department Leadership Roster
Kirk Browning
Director
Ken Campbell
Producer
William Ball
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Taming of the Shrew
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What is The Taming of the Shrew about?
San Francisco's prize-winning American Conservatory Theater's rowdy commedia dell'arte production incorporates slapstick, pratfall and earthy humor into William Shakespeare's comedy about the two unmarried daughters of a wealthy Italian merchant. While daughter Bianca is genteel and popular, daughter Kate is foul-tempered and strong-willed. No one dares to marry Kate, until Petruchio arrives in Padua and tries his hand at courtship.
Who directed The Taming of the Shrew?
The Taming of the Shrew was directed by Kirk Browning, William Ball.
Who stars in The Taming of the Shrew?
The principal cast of The Taming of the Shrew includes Marc Singer, Fredi Olster, Harry Hamlin, Earl Boen, Raye Birk.
When was The Taming of the Shrew released and how long is it?
The Taming of the Shrew was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.