Generally considered to be Shakespeare’s first play - and one of his funniest - "A Comedy of Errors" tells the tale of two sets of identical twins, separated at birth, who, unbeknownst to each and to anyone else, end up in the same town together. They create a circus of confusion as they are mistaken one for the other by wives, lovers, friends, business partners, and ultimately, the law.

EMU's Theater department staged a production of "Comedy of Errors" in-the-round in March 2004. The 16-member student cast perfected the fast-paced comedy in a 90-minute performance without intermission.

"The play's wonderfully drawn characters, brilliant farcical complications, and wry social commentary make it immediately appealing to audiences of all ages, and the physical comedy and entertaining plot twists make it a great choice for young people who are being introduced to Shakespeare," said Paul Hildebrand, the play director and associate professor of theater at EMU.

Showtimes on March 12-14 and 19-21, 2004. Tickets: $3 for children 10 and under; $6 students and senior citizens; $8 for adult advance reservation; $10 adult admission day of show.

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