Liberty Theatre presenting ‘Anchorman: Herald of Athens’

The Liberty Theatre’s talented cast of performers have been preparing for the world premiere of William Shakespeare’s ‘Anchorman: Herald of Athens.’

The play is based on the comedy classic Anchorman. It is being led by director John Beane, and is meant for adult audiences – or, in other words – immature mature audiences.

The Shakespearean satire features Ancient Greek versions of many of the beloved characters from the Anchorman film, including Ron, Veronica, Champ, Brick, Fantana, Heraclitus and the rest of the gang.

The play will also feature fantastical characters from Greek mythology including gorgons, gods, the hideous Minotaur, and a Dwarf whose name they can’t say in the paper in good taste but will say repeatedly throughout the show.

The production is being presented by the folks who brought Lebowski: Prince of Ninepins, and Cannibal the Musical to local audiences.

‘Anchorman: Herald of Athens’ includes a magical ensemble talents, including Taylor Marchant, Zigzag Rhae, Ansel Tauber, Thomas Isenhart, Evan Haruyama, Michael “Doc” Warncke, Michael Pedder, Bradford McKeown, Tom Holt, Bruce Rowe, Eric Gleason, Aymee Pedder, Michael Brugos, Michele Moore, Bex Truka, Ryan Fontes, Tim Novotny, Emma Warr, Chelsee Carter, Jason Grabinger, Harlan Morse, Johanna Zimmerman, John Adamson and the mighty Kenzo Masuda.

Support is provided by Ryan Borella, Cristy Morse, Brandi Jacques and Scott Gregory. The play is directed by John Beane and Daneal Doerr.

The shows will be presented live at the Liberty Theatre in North Bend at 7 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, May 24 through June 8. Please note there is no Thursday performance during opening week.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.thelibertytheatre.org or by calling or going to the box office at 2100 Sherman Avenue in North Bend. Box Office hours are Tuesday from 11 to 1 p.m. and an hour before show time. Liberty Theatre representatives can also be reached at (541) 756-4336.