February 17, 2023 – May 14, 2023
“All the world’s a stage,
And all the men and women merely players…”
-As You Like It, Act 2, Scene 7
Sponsored by Paul Beers of Roanoke, Virginia
The Forest of Arden is hopping! On the run from his murderous brother, Orlando hides out in the Forest, where Rosalind, banished from the Court, is also on the run, disguised as a shepherd. As if their love lives weren’t complicated enough, they have to contend with a real shepherd and shepherdess with their own romance issues, an exiled Duke and his posse, and the court fool. Awash in wit and exuberant in a bedrock belief that love conquers all, this beloved Shakespeare comedy races toward a happy ending and four – count them, four – weddings.
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Summer England, Michael Manocchio. Photo by Anna Kariel.
Spring Company 2023. Photo by Anna Kariel.
Constance Swain. Photo by Anna Kariel.
Annabelle Rollison. Photo by Anna Kariel.
Artistic Team
John Paul Scheidler is a fight choreographer, director, and actor whose work has been a cornerstone of ASC productions since 2003.
Director
THIS SEASON: Director – As You Like It
THIS SEASON: Costume Designer As You Like It; Eurydice
Thomas J. Coppola was part of the American Shakespeare Center from 2015 to 2025.
Duck Bracey is a skilled Artisan and prop master with experience bringing Shakespearean and contemporary productions to life.
Marie Lupia served at the American Shakespeare Center from 2022–2025.
THIS SEASON: Composer, Music Director
Alaina Smith is the Props Artisan at the American Shakespeare Center.
Summer England is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.
Lia joined the ASC as an intern in 2012, then full-time in 2016. She currently works as the Education Programs Manager and ASC Theatre Camp Director.
Assistant Costume Designer
THIS SEASON: Assistant Costume Designer
Wardrobe Supervisor & Dresser / Stitcher / Draper
Amy Monsalve is Wardrobe Manager & Design Assistant at the ASC, recognized for her attention to detail and passion for bringing costumes to life.
THIS SEASON: Props Artisan
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: Props Artisan
THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow
Charlie Mooz is a dedicated Assistant Stage Manager and actor with experience in both classic and contemporary theatre.
Paige J. Hilton worked at the American Shakespeare Center from 2023 to 2026.
Cast
THIS SEASON:
Topher Embrey is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center. Explore his theater experience, education, and background.
Summer England is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Oliver, Touchstone – As You Like It; Interesting Man, Child – Eurydice
THIS SEASON: Caska in Julius Caesar, Mary Bennet in Pride and Prejudice, Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
THIS SEASON: Celia, Amiens, MarTex – As You Like It; Little Stone – Eurydice
Constance Swain is an innovative director whose bold vision and creative energy inspire captivating storytelling at ASC and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow – As You Like It; Eurydice
Molly Martinez-Collins is an accomplished actor who brings heartfelt performances to ASC and beyond.
Ronan Melomo is a versatile actor with a rich background in classical theatre, known for dynamic performances at the American Shakespeare Center.
Pete Sheldon is a versatile performer and musician whose passion for Shakespearean theatre and dynamic storytelling shine at ASC and beyond.