The Virgin queen Entertains her Fool
American Players Theatre's Touchstone Theatre
Thursday, August 29 matinee
Registration Deadline Friday, July 26
Join us Thursday, August 29th, for the American Players Theatre (APT) world premiere play, The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool, by Michael Hollinger and featuring Tracy Michelle Arnold, Jim DeVita, Josh Krause and Nancy Rodriguez.
Prepare for a wild, theatrical ride through the final hours of a waning Queen. As her monarchy teeters, she defers her duties, seeking solace in her bawdy, irreverent Fool. But there are others who may be more than they first appear. Scheming players vie in a courtly game of incendiary secrets, ridiculous jests and the ever-current politics of power and privilege. A witty, twisty thriller to keep you on the edge of your seat (and rolling in the aisles), be among the very first to see it for yourself.
Estimated Run Time: 2 hours Contains adult themes & language.
Seating: The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool will be staged in APT's 201-seat indoor Touchstone Theatre, where every seat is a good one. It's about a 5-minute stroll from the parking lot, up a gentle slope (though there is a shuttle available if you prefer to ride). The path leads through the prairie to a beautiful, modern, intimate, and climate-controlled facility. Once inside, you'll find a gift shop, concession stand and restrooms--the same amenities as the Hill Theatre (but to slightly smaller scale). More information about this theater.
Lunch: You are asked to bring your own picnic lunch or to purchase your lunch from APT. They have a selection of sandwiches and salads including sides and a brownie. Order online at (https://americanplayers.org/206/event-tickets) or call the APT Box Office at 608-588-2361. Please note, picnics must be ordered in advance by Wednesday, August 28, no later than 4:00 pm. We will eat lunch at APT at the outdoor picnic tables. Depending on the weather, we may choose the tables under the roofed shelters.
Accessibility Policy: On the bus you must be able to climb steps to board and exit. If you need assistance, we require that you bring a friend to give you a hand.
Guest Policy: Members must register their guests. Each PLATO member is entitled to bring one non-member guest per bus trip. (Members may bring more than one guest near the registration deadline date if seats are available.) Check with trip organizer. Non-member guests pay an additional fee. PLATO Membership is $60.00/year.
Itinerary
Bear in mind that our boarding bus route is like Madison Metro or any other municipal bus service. Please arrive 10 minutes early at your boarding stop so you don’t miss the bus. When everyone is aboard and seated, we leave. Arrive early and we will all arrive in Spring Green on time to begin our adventure.
Don’t be late. We can wait just 5 minutes at any one location.
Leave Madison - Please arrive 10 minutes before departure
10:15 AM Bus arrives at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge, 5565 Tancho Dr, Madison, WI 53718
10:30 AM Bus departs Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge
11:00 AM Bus departs Capitol Lakes, 333 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703
11:20 AM Bus departs Oakwood Village University Woods, 6205 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53705 (or sooner, if everyone is aboard)
Spring Green (estimated)
12:10 PM Bus arrives at American Players Theatre.
2:00 PM The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool performance begins. If using the shuttle, allow time for boarding - the route is short, but the shuttle may be small.
4:00 PM ESTIMATED - The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool performance ends. Begin bus boarding for return to Madison. There will be adequate time for walking/shuttle and restroom use.
4:30 PM Bus departs for Madison (or sooner, if everyone is aboard)
Arrive Madison (estimated)
5:20 PM Return to Oakwood Village University Woods
5:40 PM Return to Capitol Lakes
6:10 PM Return to Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge
Mail-In Registration Form:
If you are not registering online, you can print, complete, and mail in this
Registration Form with your check.
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For further information: Contact The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool theater trip organizers:
●Sue Josheff sooziej@sbcglobal.net 608-770-3828
●Nancy McClements nancymcclements@gmail.com 608-358-4478
10:15 AM Bus arrives at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge, 5565 Tancho Dr, Madison, WI 53718
10:30 AM Bus departs Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge
11:00 AM Bus departs Capitol Lakes, 333 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703
11:20 AM Bus departs Oakwood Village University Woods, 6205 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53705 (or sooner, if everyone is aboard)
Spring Green (estimated)
12:10 PM Bus arrives at American Players Theatre.
2:00 PM The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool performance begins. If using the shuttle, allow time for boarding - the route is short, but the shuttle may be small.
4:00 PM ESTIMATED - The Virgin Queen Entertains Her Fool performance ends. Begin bus boarding for return to Madison. There will be adequate time for walking/shuttle and restroom use.
4:30 PM Bus departs for Madison (or sooner, if everyone is aboard)
Arrive Madison (estimated)
5:20 PM Return to Oakwood Village University Woods
5:40 PM Return to Capitol Lakes
6:10 PM Return to Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge
