The Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College (MCC) is proud to present the world premiere of I’m No Shakespeare, with book and lyrics by Michael Hillstrom and directed by Jay Geller.
Written by MCC music instructor Michael Hillstrom, I’m No Shakespeare tells the story of Kinny, a guy trying to find the love of his life. Navigating the world of all types of dating and aided by his friends, Kinny explores the question many people face: Do we need a significant other, or can we find happiness living a single life? This musical comedy illustrates the craziness and insanity of relationships in the 21st century.
I’m No Shakespeare is directed by Jay Geller (Kildeer) with musical direction by Michael Hillstrom (Woodstock). The production team includes choreographer Randi Jonites (Crystal Lake), assistant director Chelsea Boesiger (McHenry), set designer Dan Frank (Crystal Lake), lighting designer Nicole Weber (Woodstock), social media coordinator Josie Hannon-Geller (Kildeer), and stage manager Molly Stockwell (Johnsburg).
The cast includes Cesar Pelayo (Harvard), Kendall Berg (Johnsburg), Lorelei Galvicius (McHenry), Misty Hansen (Carpentersville), Spencer Alverez (Crystal Lake), Carla Rivera-Soto (Wonder Lake), Morgan Tolentino-Siazon (Woodstock), Aidan McTague (Huntley), Addyson Oates (Lake in the Hills), McKinley Shines (Marengo), Ivan Leiva (Woodstock), Emiliano De Casas (Union), Skye Schoen (Johnsburg), and Jake Seelye (Harvard).
I’m No Shakespeare opens Friday, February 27 and runs February 28, March 6, and March 7 at 7 p.m. and March 1 and March 8 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $17.85 for all students, seniors, MCC employees, alumni, and veterans ($15 at the door), and $23.18 for the general public ($20 at the door). Purchase advanced tickets here.
The Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College is located at 8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL 60012. Please Park in Lot C and enter Building E. The theatre will be directly to the right.
For more information, contact Jay Geller at jgeller@mchenry.edu or (815) 455-8746.
