Women of Will - The Overview Show Poster

Women of Will - The Overview Critics’ Reviews

Women of Will highlights six of Shakespeare’s famous works, exploring Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing, Viola in Twelfth Night and more of the Bard’s notable leading ladies. 

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About Women of Will - The Overview

What Is the Story of Women of Will?
Women of Will takes an in-depth look at all of the leading ladies in William Shakespeare’s most well-known plays. The show is offered in five separate parts (each based on a different period of Shakespeare’s writing) or in one complete overview (often recommended for those who want a taste of it all).

Reviews

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A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
Associated Press

"...this production succeeds as a thoughtful, entertaining reflection on the evolution of Shakespeare's art and characters of any and all genders."

Associated Press

Jennifer Farrar

Backstage

"Packer weaves a rich and varied tapestry of roles, ranging from a nubile Juliet to a plucky Rosalind to a desperate Lady M."

Backstage

David Sheward

The New York Times

"Ms. Packer truly practices what she preaches. When she and Mr. Gore get down to the business of acting, it’s not just poetry in motion, it’s thought made flesh."

The New York Times

Ben Brantley

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