In Fall 2023, Dr. Jennifer Thompson will direct a full production of Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT. Students may enroll as actors, stage managers, dramaturgs, or assistant directors. Auditions were held in March 2023 and no further auditions are planned at this time.

If you would like to express interest in future audition opportunities for TWELFTH NIGHT, e-mail Dr. Jennifer Thompson at jentho@sas.upenn.edu. If you are interested in joining the course as a stage manager, assistant director, or dramaturg, e-mail Technical and Production Manager Cat Johnson at catj@sas.upenn.edu. 

ABOUT THE PLAY: Shipwrecked on the shores of Illyria, Viola disguises herself as a man and enters the service of Duke Orsino, who enlists her to woo Olivia. But when Olivia falls for Viola and Viola falls for Orsino, Shakespeare’s play embarks on a comic exploration of the desire for joy, connection, and reinvention that comes after we wash ashore following our darkest days. Our rehearsal process will involve in depth text work and strategies to bring one of Shakespeare’s most delightful comedies to life.