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14 UCW OCTOBER 10-16, 2018 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM As the actors laugh, ponder, gallivant and sing, they continue another strong season for STS. EVENTS 'OthelLIT' in review: An evening of fanciful fun by TIFFANY COAD "Othello" is a Shakespearean tragedy, based on Giovanni Battista Giraldi's "Un Capitano Moro," that is estimated to have been written in the year 1603. The story centers around the lives of Othello, a Moorish gener- al in the Venetian army, and his love, Desdemona, shortly after their elope- ment. This tale is fraught with duplic- ity, racism, envy, revenge and love, and it is because of these human elements that "Othello" is still widely regarded as relevant, even today. Sweet Tea Shakespeare's apt retell- ing of "Othello," entitled "OthelLIT," guides willing patrons through the winding trials of its characters by enveloping the audience in well- timed and hilarious satire, all the while with drink in hand. "OthelLIT" is a part of STS' trav- elling LIT series, which features intimate settings in Fayetteville and beyond, audience participation, ad- libbing, drinking games, music rang- ing from Bon Jovi to Lily Allen and so much more. "OthelLIT" is the defini- tion of a mixed bag. Each element of its reimagining – from kazoo trum- pets to slow-motion knife fights and everything in between – exhibits an array of authenticity, wrapped gener- ously in candid humor. Filled with pop culture references from a variety of eras, every audience member will be able to enjoy the endearing mar- riage of humorous contemporary col- loquialisms and the eloquent speech of Shakespeare's time. The experience of audience mem- bers is full of surprises. Scene after scene provides complete immersion into a new kind of world. Villainous Iago, played by Nathan Pearce, has theme music (cue "Pink Panther" theme!) as he devilishly monologues. The dazzling Desdemona is denoted by whichever cast or audience mem- ber quick-changes into the blonde Renaissance wig and blue peasant dress; six separate people played the same beauty in one night. Usher's "Yeah!" heralds each of Othello's entrances. Three cheers for Music Director Jacob French for intuitively engaging the actors and audience while creating the perfect aura for the night through music and sound. "OthelLIT" encourages the audi- ence to participate in themed games and activities meant to enhance the whole experience, so grab a friend – or 10 – and allow yourself to be swept away in the colorful reverie. With Director Marie Lowe at the helm, the fluidity and talent of the actors and the willingness of the audience to go along for the ride, "OthelLIT" is a splendid evening full of fanciful fun for anyone of age in search of a well- earned laugh. As the actors laugh, ponder, gallivant and sing, they con- tinue another strong season for STS. "OthelLIT" will continue showing through Tuesday, Oct. 30, with tick- ets ranging from $17.50 to $25. Some military, senior or student discounts may apply for certain showings. By its closing night, the show will have traveled to Paddy's Irish Pub, Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom, the Arts Council of Fayetteville/ Cumberland County, Hugger Mugger Brewing Company in Sanford and Fainting Goat Brewing Company in Fuquay-Varina. For more information and to order tickets or view showtimes and loca- tions, visit sweetteashakespeare.com or call 910-420-4383. TIFFANY COAD, Contribut- ing Writer. COMMENTS? Editor@upandcomingweekly. com. 910-484-6200. Better Business Bureau Your Trusted Source for Business, Organizations & Families Online Reviews OUCH! Copiers Copiers Plus A+ Fire and Water Damage Restoration Purity Clean Disaster Response A+ Furniture Store Bullard Furniture A+ General Contractors D&P Construction A+ Glass Allstate Glass A+ Mailing Services The UPS Store A+ Pest Control J&J Pest Solutions A+ Property Management Little and Young, Inc. A+ Security System Monitoring Holmes Electric A+ Veterinarian Cross Creek Animal Hospital A+ Apply to have your business or organization accredited locally. Contact Liz Stiles 910-818-0367 • e.stiles@coastalcarolina.bbb.org Count on these local Fayetteville and Cumberland County Honest & Trustworthy Businesses: