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Buffoonery, bewitchment, and bustles abound in this steampunk-inspired production of Shakespeare's magical comedy.

In the Green Mountains, you never know what you might find. Faeries...maniacal steam-powered contraptions...or even better―both!

We're Shakespeare on Main Street! Part of the Poultney Summer Theatre Company, we are a troupe of actors and artists gathered in the small town of Poultney, VT. We have been in existence for the last decade under the artistic direction of Gary Meitrott. In 2010, we added a Junior company to our Shakespearean family. Each summer, we present vibrant, personal productions of Shakespeare's works to the public. For years, Shakespeare on Main Street has been bringing beauty to its small community, despite being faced with a small budget and no permanent theater space.

And that's where you can help!  ^__^

For 2012's summer performance, we are presenting Shakespeare's magical romp A Midsummer Night's Dream. Not only is the play itself a work of illusion and splendor, but we are setting this world in the fantastical style known as "steampunk". For those of you who aren't sure what this is, steampunk combines elements of Victorian English beauty and science fiction (think Charlotte Bronte meets Jules Verne) to make a highly-detailed, highly-decorated, and eclectic style. Shakespeare on Main Street feels that this aesthetic works beautifully for the depth of visual imagery presented in Shakespeare's play. As for talent, we have some great people on our team this year―both on the stage and off. From veteran actors to rookies, from the director to the costumer, we strive to provide, not only an entertaining show, but an entire world to surround and astound you.  With bustled ladies, begoggled Mechanicals, and opulent yet rag-tag faeries, we guarantee a spectacle that beggars all description.  

Here's the catch: no matter how phenomenal we are (and we are phenomenal), theatrical productions require money. There are costumes to be constructed, set pieces to be built, programs to be printed, and some hardworking artists to be paid. All of that really adds up! And when money is this tight, every dollar means something. Our money is always tight, so every dollar always means something to us. That's where you can help. For your mammoth magnanimity, not only will you have our eternal gratitude, but we'll shower you with gifts in return! Take a gander to the right of the page and see if there's anything that suits your fancy.  Posh particulars, jaunty jewelry, and amusing accoutrements await! Every dollar counts and we really, really, really appreciate it! 

Thank you for checking out and supporting our small-but-mighty troupe!  *high five!*

Sincerely,
The Dramatis Personae of Shakespeare on Main Street


Here are some clips from our past productions, including:
~A behind-the-scenes look at our 2011 production of Romeo and Juliet.
~Trinculo, Stephano, and Caliban from our 2010 "reverse Shakespearean" production of The Tempest.
~Part I of our 2009 Civil War-era production of Much Ado About Nothin'.

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    How far that little candle throws his beams! So shines a good deed in a naughty world.

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    Your name read in an accent by our actors in a video. You will also have access to all of our updates and videos, including bloopers, behind-the-scenes, and sneak peeks!

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    A fantabulous “What the Puck?” pin and your name listed in the program as a Kickstarter backer, along with the aforementioned allurements.

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    Exclusive postcard featuring original art created for the production, along with the “What the Puck?” pin, your name in the program, and access to our updates and videos!

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    Two tickets to a Midsummer performance on the date of your choosing and a copy of the DVD, along with the aforementioned allurements.

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    A fantastic t-shirt featuring original art created exclusively for Midsummer! As well as the aforementioned allurements, of course, including two tickets to Midsummer on the date of your choosing and a copy of the DVD.

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    A video greeting from the entire cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream created just for you! We'll sing, we'll dance, we'll yell your name! In addition, you get the fantastic t-shirt, two tickets to the show, and all other aforementioned allurements.

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    A steampunk necklace made by our costume designer, plus all of the aforementioned allurements, including two tickets to Midsummer on a date of your choosing.

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    Your name will be included in the show in iambic pentameter, forever immortalized on the DVD. As well as all the aforementioned allurements (with the exception of the steampunk necklace).

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    Titania’s wig and headdress used in the production. This one-of-a-kind piece isn’t something that you’ll find anywhere else. A white-blond wig adorned with an attached headdress decorated with feathers, pearls, and other ethereal adornments. As well as all the aforementioned allurements (with the exception of the steampunk necklace).

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    Bottom’s Ass Head (Hat)! That’s right! The chance to be the most stylish ass ever to grace this sphere is yours for the taking! As well as all the aforementioned allurements (with the exception of the steampunk necklace and Titania’s headdress).

    Estimated delivery: Aug 2012