June 13, 2018 – December 2, 2018
To escape death, the extraordinary Rosalind, her brave cousin Celia, and one of Shakespeare’s funniest fools flee into the woods. There, in the bewitching Forest of Arden, they discover shepherds and aristocrats, country folk and lovers – and, ultimately, life, love, joy, and freedom. Shakespeare’s glorious and wise comedy As You Like It reminds us of everything it is to be alive.
Spent an evening at the American Shakespeare Center… AMAZING night! Can’t wait to take my inspiration back into my classroom this year! @shakespearectr #asyoulikeit
Sarah DennisBrought a friend from out of town to see this performance. They were astounded at how wonderful it was. Simply brilliant.
Alexandra PittsMy wife and I saw a rousing performance of As You Like It at @shakespearectr last week. Great performances: acting, song and dance, from beginning to end. A wonderful experience.
Pat McCuen
Ralph Alan Cohen and David F. Meldman in rehearsal for AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Jay McClure.
Greg Brostrom and Meg Rodgers in rehearsal for AS YOU LIKE IT.
Briana Gibson Reeves in rehearsal for AS YOU LIKE IT.
Allie Babich in rehearsal for AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Jay McClure.
Jessika Williams and Shunté Lofton in rehearsal for AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Jay McClure.
Allie Babich and Shunté Lofton in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Brandon Carter in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
The cast of AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Brandon Carter in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
John Harrell and Shunté Lofton in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Meg Rodgers in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Briana Gibson Reeves in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Greg Brostrom in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Shunté Lofton and Allie Babich in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Briana Gibson Reeves, Meg Rodgers, Jessika Williams, and David F. Meldman in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Shunté Lofton and Benjamin Reed in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
The cast of AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Brandon Carter and Allie Babich in AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
The cast of AS YOU LIKE IT. Photo by Lindsey Walters.
Cast
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: 27 seasons and over 200 roles including Falstaff in Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2; Brutus in Julius Caesar; Iago in Othello; Guildenstern in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern …
THIS SEASON: Anne Page, John Rugby in The Merry Wives of Windsor; Sir Walter Blunt, Lady Mortimer, Francis in Henry IV, Part 1; Aaliyah Essam in…
Allie Babich is an innovative performer and director whose bold vision and creative energy inspire captivating storytelling at ASC and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Richard in RICHARD III
Brandon Carter was the Artistic Director of the American Shakespeare Center from January 2022-March 2024.
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: 27 seasons and over 200 roles including Falstaff in Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2; Brutus in Julius Caesar; Iago in Othello; Guildenstern in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern …
Benjamin has been a resident company member with the American Shakespeare Center since 2014.
Chris Johnston has over 20 years of theatre experience and more than 120 productions at the American Shakespeare Center.
THIS SEASON: Hero in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Hamlet in HAMLET, First Citizen in CORIOLANUS
David Anthony Lewis is an accomplished Actor with over 70 professional theatre credits A Christmas Carol 2024 is his 36th production with ASC.
THIS SEASON:
David Anthony Lewis is an accomplished Actor with over 70 professional theatre credits A Christmas Carol 2024 is his 36th production with ASC.
THIS SEASON: Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet and Balthazar, Courtesan, Jailer, Messenger in The Comedy of Errors; Dance Captain.
THIS SEASON: Emilia in THE MAN OF MODE
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: 27 seasons and over 200 roles including Falstaff in Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2; Brutus in Julius Caesar; Iago in Othello; Guildenstern in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern …
Chris Johnston has over 20 years of theatre experience and more than 120 productions at the American Shakespeare Center.
THIS SEASON:
THIS SEASON: Hero in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, Hamlet in HAMLET, First Citizen in CORIOLANUS
David Anthony Lewis is an accomplished Actor with over 70 professional theatre credits A Christmas Carol 2024 is his 36th production with ASC.
THIS SEASON: Emilia in THE MAN OF MODE
THIS SEASON: Emilia in THE MAN OF MODE
David holds a B.A. in Theatre Studies from the University of Wisconsin, an M.F.A. in Acting from Florida Atlantic University, and is currently pursuing an M.Litt degree in Mary Baldwin’s …
Artistic Team
Ralph is Co-Founder and Director of Mission of the ASC, Emeritus Professor of English at James Madison University, and currently Gonder Professor of Shakespeare at Mary Baldwin University, where he …
Adrienne was the ASC’s Interim Production Manager.
Jessica brings years of costume design and construction knowledge to the ASC, from dying to leather work, design to tailoring, and everything in between. Originally from southern Iowa, she has …
Chris Johnston has over 20 years of theatre experience and more than 120 productions at the American Shakespeare Center.
John Paul Scheidler is a fight choreographer, director, and actor whose work has been a cornerstone of ASC productions since 2003.
Brandon comes to ASC directly from Connecticut. He has worked as a Technical Director in both professional theatre and concert venues. He looks forward to working in such a unique …
Lauren has been an actor at the American Shakespeare Center in 32 productions and is currently the Properties Master and Choreographer for the Summer/Fall Season. She has a BA from …
Eily Hite is a student of Indiana Wesleyan University from Converse, Indiana. Eily enjoys working alongside the stage management team as a summer intern at the ASC. She is grateful …
Andi Nealon is currently working towards her BA in Theatre at the College of William & Mary. A Rockingham County native, she’s been an avid visitor to the Blackfriars for …
Stage Management Intern
Favorite Shakespeare Play: King Lear Favorite Shakespeare Quote: My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar, And I must pause till it come back to me. Biography Devin Wright …