PROGRAM
Director's Note
Shakespeare’s TWELFTH NIGHT follows the themes of most of his shows - someone had something happen in their life and shenanigans ensue! But what is special about this cut of Twelfth Night is it celebrates all the nuisances of a day in a regular life. There is tragedy, buoyed by friendships and love. There are annoying coworkers and true friends. There is not a clean ending, but a happy one.
When I was approached for this piece, one of my favorite things about Twelfth Night was how ridiculous the plot is and how much fun it is to watch and perform. Our actors are just that - people who are being people inside of a play. They may talk differently than we do now, but they are saying the same things - I want to be loved, to live a life, to be seen. This is a cast inspired by each other and their work; the evolution of this piece is inspired by what it is like to be backstage and onstage, with lots of laughter sprinkled in.
I hope you enjoy the show.
-Hayley
We Want
To Thank
We couldn't have
done it without you.
Theatre
Trey Davis and The Ridge
Common Thread Church
Platforms and Pipe and Drape
Switchyard Theatre Company
Load In Volunteers
David Klionsky
Sean Brosnahan
Meredith & Jasper Bharucha
Jeffrey Nugent
Gary Watts
Henry Sprouse
Ryan Tiedke
Borrowed Props
Derrick Ivey
Lights
David & Elaine Petrone
Publicity
CBS17
My Carolina Today
Raleigh Magazine
Light’s Up! WHUP
Justice Theatre Project
Burning Coal
About
South Stream
In January 2013, fueled by a shared love for the stage, local actors Brook North and John Honeycutt decided to make the opportunity to bring their theatrical ambitions to life. Their inaugural endeavor of Michael Frayn’s Copenhagen marked the inception of South Stream Productions. Since then they have helped produce and perform in seven local productions, including Seascape (2014), The Caretaker (2015), Time Stands Still (2015), Hughie (2016), Blackbird (2017), This Doesn’t End Well (2019), and award-winning short film Shelter (2020). The essence of South Stream Productions lies in their pure and unbridled love for the craft, encapsulated in their mission to create theater simply "because we want to." With an unwavering commitment to artistic expression, South Stream Productions has become a beacon for the local arts scene, embodying the spirit of creative freedom and the sheer joy of bringing stories to the stage.
About Twelfth Night
(The play and the holiday.)
Twelfth Night, a play penned by William Shakespeare is a delightful comedy that explores themes of love, mistaken identity, and the topsy-turvy nature of human relationships. Set in the land of Illyria, the play follows the journey of Viola, who disguises herself as a man named Cesario, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. The title of the play is derived from the tradition of celebrating the twelfth night after Christmas, also known as the Feast of Epiphany or Twelfth Night. This holiday marks the end of the Christmas season and is characterized by festive revelry, feasting, and the removal of Christmas decorations. In both contexts, whether theatrical or festive, Twelfth Night encapsulates a spirit of merriment and revelry, emphasizing the unpredictable and joyous nature of life.
Cast of Characters
Viola (Cesario)
The protagonist is shipwrecked and believing her twin brother Sebastian is dead, Viola disguises herself as a young man named Cesario. She serves Duke Orsino and becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle.
Duke Orsino
The Duke of Illyria, who is in love with Olivia. He employs Viola (disguised as Cesario) as a messenger to woo Olivia on his behalf but finds himself increasingly drawn to Cesario.
Olivia
A wealthy countess mourning the death of her brother. Olivia becomes the object of affection for both Orsino and Cesario (Viola in disguise), leading to confusion and comedic situations.
Sir Toby Belch
Olivia's uncle, is a boisterous and jolly character who enjoys revelry and mischief. He is often seen in the company of Sir Andrew Aguecheek.
Maria
Olivia's clever and witty waiting woman. Maria is involved in Sir Toby's schemes and has a significant role in the subplot.
Sir Andrew Aguecheek
A foolish and wealthy suitor vying for Olivia's hand. Sir Andrew is manipulated by Sir Toby Belch and is a source of comic relief in the play.
Malvolio
Olivia's steward, a prudish and self-righteous character. He becomes the target of a prank orchestrated by Maria, Sir Toby, and others, leading to his humiliation.
Feste
The wise and witty fool in Olivia's household. Feste provides insight through humor and song, and he interacts with various characters, contributing to the play's overall atmosphere.
Sebastian
Viola's twin brother was presumed drowned in the shipwreck. He eventually arrives in Illyria, leading to a series of mistaken identity scenarios.
CAST & CREW
Restrooms
Men’s and Women’s restrooms can be found in the Fellowship Hall, which is the section of this building to the right. You can access it by walking down the (audience) right aisle, through the door, and turn into the hallway on the right. You will find both restrooms at the end of the hall.
Please note that actors will be using this aisle during the performance.
You can also access the same restrooms by walking back through the lobby, turn left past the picnic tables, and entering the white door. The restrooms are straight on and to the right.
Accessible Restrooms
Due to a plumbing issue, the handicap-accessible restroom in this building is not available. To access the handicap restroom inside the campus sanctuary, walk out the entrance from the lobby, straight across the parking lot.
Ask the attendant for assistance.