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The war is over and Don Pedro’s soldiers relax at the household of Leonato, preparing for the wedding of Hero and Claudio. Meanwhile Benedick and Bertram refuse to acknowledge their obvious attraction for each other, leaving it up to their friends and family to bring these reluctant lovers together. But in the midst of all the romantic fun, dark storm clouds are gathering and a sinister plot is afoot which will test everyone’s loyalties.
Shakespeare’s wittiest comedy gets a thoroughly modern makeover as two of his most famous characters are recreated as male couple Benedick and Bertram and this, the original rom com, is given a very 21st century twist.
What’s mainly surprising is how little the play is disturbed by this radical shift in its main relationship.
Bard in the Botanics--Much Ado About Nothing
Bard in the Botanics, Glasgow from Wednesday July 10, 2013, until Saturday July 27, 2013. More info: http://www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk
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