Riverside Theatre’s Kathleen Johnson, Elliott Bales and Max Cline are in today ahead of the kick off of Riverside’s 2024 Free Summer Shakespeare series. This year’s show is Julius Caesar, but if you were envisioning togas and grape leaves, think again. The production will be set in 1930s Italy which will make the famous story more accessible to modern audiences.
It’s June 14-30, 7:30pm @Lower Iowa City Park. Plenty of available seating, but feel free to bring a blanket or chairs if you prefer to sit off to the side. There will also be a concessions booth and guests are welcome to bring their own food and drink as well.
For more information visit www.riversidetheatre.org
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