LEARby William Shakespeare, dir. Heather Bucsh
November 14-16 & 21-23, 2019
Duke Energy Theater at Spirit Square, Charlotte, NC
photos by David Hensley of Long Walk Productions
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A Viking king of Britain has decided to retire, passing on the responsibilities of leadership to her daughters, but in doing so loses her power and can’t see that she’s been deceived by them until it’s too late. This gender-bent casting explores the bond between the mother and her children. Themes of familial love, deception, and the quest for reconciliation will launch audiences into one of Shakespeare’s most tragic tales of loss.
BWW Review: Viking Queen LEAR Remains True to the Bard
Charlotte Observer: Free Reign Theatre's latest take on a classic turns King Lear into a Viking queen
Charlotte Observer: Free Reign Theatre's latest take on a classic turns King Lear into a Viking queen
SAINT JOANby George Bernard Shaw, dir. David Hensley
August 8-10 & 15-17, 2019
Duke Energy Theater at Spirit Square, Charlotte, NC
photos by Robin Neville of Komadori Photography
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Set in 15th century France, Saint Joan follows a country girl whose mysterious visions propel her into elite circles. When the nation’s rulers become threatened by her popularity and influence, they unite to bring her down and she finds herself on trial for her life. This timeless and powerful play dramatizes the limits of an individual in a society dominated by overwhelming political and religious forces.
REVELRYOctober 4-6 & 11-13, 2018
Jack Beagle's NODA, Charlotte, NC
photos by David Hensley of Long Walk Productions
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Free Reign Theatre celebrated their anniversary as an arts and education entity in the Carolinas at the iconic Jack Beagles in NoDa for an afternoon of live performances by some of Charlotte's best, local musical artists. This outdoor event was FREE and there was an enter-to-win raffle prize drawing for some great prizes that really kicked-off the summer.
[THEY FIGHT]dir. Charles Holmes
October 4-6 & 11-13, 2018
Duke Energy Theater at Spirit Square, Charlotte, NC
photos by Robin Neville of Komadori Photography
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Did you have to read Shakespeare in school? Boring, wasn’t it? Especially those pesky stage directions in bracketed italics – [They fight.] Where is the fun in reading that? Shakespeare’s plays are intended to be performed by actors and seen by audiences. Free Reign Theatre is proud to bring you [They Fight]: the best battles, brawls, and blade-brandishing in the works of William Shakespeare.
This engaging show will have you cheering for Hamlet, hissing at Tybalt, and gasping for Macbeth. Intended for all ages, this fast-paced show is comprised of the most popular Shakespearean scenes and some lesser known works that have plenty of sword-slinging gusto. [They Fight] is a blended atmosphere of comedy and drama, and an evening of combat theatre you won’t soon forget!
This engaging show will have you cheering for Hamlet, hissing at Tybalt, and gasping for Macbeth. Intended for all ages, this fast-paced show is comprised of the most popular Shakespearean scenes and some lesser known works that have plenty of sword-slinging gusto. [They Fight] is a blended atmosphere of comedy and drama, and an evening of combat theatre you won’t soon forget!
CORONATIONSunday June 3rd, 2018
Jack Beagle's, Charlotte, NC photos by David Hensley of Long Walk Productions
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"Hear ye, hear ye! You think the royal wedding is a big deal? How about a Coronation?"
Free Reign Theatre Company was proud to partner with some favorite NoDA acts to start-up our community outreach. We produced an afternoon of free live entertainment featuring Evergone, Robot Johnson, Will Edwards, and Jade Moore. Many supporters entered to win raffle prizes provided by our favorite local businesses.
Free Reign Theatre Company was proud to partner with some favorite NoDA acts to start-up our community outreach. We produced an afternoon of free live entertainment featuring Evergone, Robot Johnson, Will Edwards, and Jade Moore. Many supporters entered to win raffle prizes provided by our favorite local businesses.