Thin Air Shakespeare: Much Ado About Nothing attracted a large audience last night, July 14. The play runs through July 18. Photo: Lindsay Vallen // Buckrail

JACKSON, Wyo. — The fourth night of Thin Air Shakespeare, Much Ado About Nothing was performed last evening, July 14 at The Center Amphitheater.

The free play begins at 7:30 p.m. daily, through July 18.

Presented by Off Square Theater Company, the play follows the courtship and scandal involving Hero and her suitor Claudio, and the witty attraction between Hero’s cousin, Beatrice, and Claudio’s war companion Benedict.

Reimagined villain, Doña John, plots to ruin the marriage between Hero and Claudio with the help of her two associates, Borachio and Conrad.

Set in Messina, the play begins as Don Pedro’s army returns after a victory.

The play, directed by Edgar Landa and Kate Gleason, brings Much Ado About Nothing into the 21st century featuring a diverse cast of actors.

The actors perform beautifully together, engaging with the audience and drawing laughter throughout.

Photos: Lindsay Vallen // Buckrail

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