MainStage Irving-Las Colinas presents SHERWOOD


 

MainStage Irving-Las Colinas presents


Ken Ludwig’s Hilarious Comedy, Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood

Performances March 11-26, 2022 • Dupree Theater at Irving Arts Center

IRVING, TX: MainStage Irving-Las Colinas is pleased to announce the performances dates and cast of their upcoming production of Ken Ludwig’s play Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood. Filled with swashbuckling adventure, amorous exploits, and good triumphing over evil, this brightly colored, lighthearted take on the legend of Robin Hood is sure to bring merriment to audiences of all ages! 

Robert Shores, Ariana Stephens, and Carlos Brumfield in Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood. Photography by Mike Morgan. Costumes by Michael Robinson and Dallas Costume Shoppe.

Directed by DFW favorite Andi Allen, this production will run March 11-26, 2022 in the Dupree Theater at the Irving Arts Center (3333 N. MacArthur Blvd, Irving). Single tickets range from $22 to $29 and are on sale now at www.IrvingArtsCenter.com. Patrons with ticketing questions should contact the Irving ArtsCenter Box Office at 972-252-2787.

Of the swashbuckling adventure, Director Andi Allen states, “I've been a fan of the legend of Robin Hood in all its past TV and film versions since I was a child. I think it was the sense of rebellion he exemplified and the idea that we should always be responsible for the entire community, especially if you are someone with power and wealth. And if the powerful and wealthy don't take that responsibility, then maybe we should ‘help’ them learn to do that. And I love a good sword fight. Every time I've had the chance to be in a sword fight onstage, I felt like Robin Hood.” Allen concludes “What I love about this version of the legend is that it combines some great swashbuckling with comedy, heart, and a modern sensibility.”

Actor Carlos Brumfield is excited to take on the role of Robin Hood. He states, “Robin Hood is one of those characters that is well known cross-generationally and with this production we get to dive into the nostalgia of it all as adults but also enjoy the story with younger generations. The audience will love the familiar story of a man trying to restore justice to an unfair world and enjoy the hi-jinks and sword battles along the way.

Just the Facts:

Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood

Written by Ken Ludwig

Directed by Andi Allen

March 11-26, 2022

An extraordinary new take on the legend of Robin Hood! Ken Ludwig’s retelling of this beloved classic is a moving tale of a young man’s discovery that everyone has a responsibility to care for his fellowman. Packed with thrills, romance, laughs, and great characters like Little John, Friar Tuck, and Maid Marian, SHERWOOD tells the timeless story of a hero of the people who takes on the powers that be. Swashbuckling Fun!

Cast:

Robin Hood - Carlos Brumfield

Maid Marian - Ariana Stephens

Friar Tuck - Kenny Green

Little John - Nicholas Ducote

Deorwynn – Calista Hoyer

Sir Guy of Gisbourne - Robert Shores

The Sheriff of Nottingham - Nathan Willard

Prince John - Josh Radde

For more about MainStage, visit www.MainStageIrving.com. MainStage Irving-Las Colinas Board is a 501c3 non-profit organization funded in part by the City of Irving through the Irving Arts Board. Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts.

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