Ridgefield Playhouse To Present Classic Plays In HD

RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Othello, Macbeth and Frankenstein are coming to the Ridgefield Playhouse this month.

The Ridgefield Playhouse is set to present three classic plays later this month.
Photo Credit: *Courtesy Ridgefield Playhouse*

by Nathan Bruttell

10/14/2013 4:00 a.m.

The three shows will be broadcast live in HD from Britain’s National Theatre to The Ridgefield Playhouse in October, according to a press release. The first show is Othello on Oct. 14, followed by Macbeth Oct. 21 and Frankenstein on Oct. 31. The NTL in HD series "brings the best of British theatre live to cinemas worldwide," according to the release.

Tickets are $25 for adults, $18 each for NTL series, $20 for seniors and $15 for students. Residents can call (203) 438-5795, or order online at The Ridgefield Playhouse's website.

The events are underwritten by the following supporters, according to the release: Jeanne Cook, Anita and Nicholas Donofrio, Liz and Steven Goldstone, Marilyn and Joe Kreitz, Joanne and John Patrick, Sabina and Walter Slavin, Taylor Zemo Foundation and The Ridgefield Press with support from Starbucks and media sponsor WSHU.

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