Theatre Pro Rata’s production of The Book of Will brings to the stage a witty, fast-paced, and deeply moving play about the friends and fellow actors who fought to preserve William Shakespeare’s words after his death. Set in 1619 but bursting with contemporary energy, this story celebrates the people behind the page—the ones who loved the Bard enough to risk everything for his legacy. With rich characters, sharp dialogue, and a heartfelt message about the importance of art and memory, this production offers a vibrant theatrical experience for Shakespeare lovers and newcomers alike.
Cast
Sean Dillon - Henry Condell
Andrew Troth * - John Hemminges
Jeremy Motz - Richard Burbage/William Jaggard/Horatio
Ankita Ashrit - Elizabeth Condell/Emilia Bassano Lanier/Fruit Seller/Marcellus
Christy Johnson - Rebecca Heminges/Anne Hathaway Shakespeare
Alex Hagen - Ralph Crane/Barman/Compositor/Francisco
Nissa Nordland * - Alice Heminges/Susannah Shakespeare
Carter Graham - Ed Knight/Isaac Jaggard
Sandesh Sukhram - Marcus/Boy Hamlet/Crier/Bernardo
Kjer Whiting - Ben Johnson/Barman 2/Sir Edward Dering
Crew
Director – Carin Bratlie Wethern *
Stage Manager – Clara Costello *
Set Designer – MJ Leffler *
Costume Design – Rubble&Ash
Lighting Designer – Emmet Kowler
Sound Designer – Topher Pirkl
Props Designer – Jenny Moeller
* Theatre Pro Rata Company Member