The
Gray Mallard
Theater Co.
Professional theater for the Twin Cities in unique outdoor settings with accessibility, Inclusion, community engagement, and diverse voices as integral cornerstones of every production.
Our vision is to engage Minneapolis through a summer tradition of outdoor Shakespeare with highly trained classical actors and high-quality production values - all at no cost to our audience. By taking Shakespeare out of a formal theater, we aim to connect with audiences who cannot afford theater tickets and those who might feel intimidated or excluded by the institution. Through an emphasis on storytelling and text with a diverse cast, we aim to connect new audiences to the universality of Shakespeare.
Our mission is to bring thoughtful, inclusive, and professional outdoor summer Shakespeare to the Twin Cities community. We aim to engage our community by creating a public gathering space focused on a dynamic, imaginative, and entertaining live performance, free to our audience. We strongly believe that art and culture should be accessible to all. This drives us to create theater experiences that promote a robust exchange of ideas and provide an extraordinary examination of the human condition.
Much Ado About Nothing is an original in
the canon of "will they or won't they"
romantic comedies. Beatrice and
Benedick's sharp banter conceals their
true feelings, while Claudio and Hero's
love is threatened by malicious deceit. As
friends and foes alike conspire to unite or
divide, the play provides a delightful
exploration of love, honor, second
chances, and the power of words.
A Battle of Wits
July 17th - August 3rd
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
at 7:00 PM
The Play
An adaptation of a Shakespeare play in
under two hours. Includes one
intermission to refresh your food and
drinks.
The Venue
Sociable Cider Werks
Parking Lot
1500 NE Fillmore Street
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Plan Your Night
BYOC (Bring Your Own Chair)
Arrive early and grab one of our provided chairs
Dinner - Order from the food truck or nearby delivery options
Drinks - Cider, beer, and n/a
beverages
Remember your hat and sunscreen!
Support
The Gray Mallard Productions
are 100% funded by
individual donations from
supporters like you.
Checks must be made payable to our fiscal
sponsor, “Fractured Atlas,” and are tax-
deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Contact us for mailing instructions.
The Gray Mallard Theater Co. is a sponsored project of Fractured Atlas, a non-profit arts service
organization. Contributions for the charitable purposes of The Gray Mallard Theater Co. must be made
payable to “Fractured Atlas” only and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law..
Our Founders
Amanda Fuller
Artistic Director
Grace Riley
Artistic Associate
She/Her
A graduate of the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater Actor's Training Program and a Minneapolis native, she spent ten years in New York performing in theaters including The Public's Shakespeare in the Park, Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, The Drilling Company, and Shakespeare on the Cape. In addition to her BFA from UMN, she has an MFA from the New School for Drama.
She/Her
Started performing Shakespeare at twelve years old at summer camp in Minneapolis, which brought her to NYU/TISCH Stella Adler Acting Studio, where she earned a BFA. She was one of the Wake Up Marconi! Theater Company founders. She transitioned from producing theater to producing non-profits, most recently the League of Women Voters of Minnesota and Leaders of Today and Tomorrow.
Caitlin Sheaffer
Production Manager/SM
She/Her
Worked for many years as a stage
manager and a production
manager in the Twin Cities. Credits
include The Guthrie Theater and
Mixed Blood. She now resides in
Richmond, Virginia.
Cathleen Fuller
Founding Member
She/Her
A staple of the Twin Cities theater community, she has worked for Park Square Theater, The History Theater, Pillsbury House Theater, The Guthrie Theater, and many others in the Twin Cities and around the country. She has served on the Minnesota Film Board and as a representative for the SAG/AFTRA actor's union. She is a member of the Actor's Equity Association.
2023
Past Productions
Twelfth Night is a hilarious and heartbreaking tale of unrequited love and mistaken identity that all starts with a shipwreck, a pair of twins, and a madcap cast of characters. Mayhem inevitably ensues in Shakespeare's romantic comedy about the power of loss and love.
2022
Richard III is a warning about the dangers of ambition in charismatic and calculating rulers. Shakespeare's masterful final play in the War of the Roses cycle is filled with murder, manipulation, and political mayhem. Though Elizabethan in its nature, the themes echo in our world today.
2024
Romeo and Juliet is arguably
Shakespeare's most famous play. It
unfolds the tragic tale of love, fiery
emotions, family duties, clashes between
generations, and the chaotic aftermath of
spur-of-the-moment decisions.
Work with Us
Every March we hold in-person and video auditions. Look for updates here or for our posting on Minnesota Playlist.
Actors
Other Positions
Direct all other inquiries to thegraymallardtheater@gmail.com
General auditions for our 2025 production of
Much Ado About Nothing will take place on
March 15th at the Pheonix Theater by
appointment. Read the full casting notice.
thegraymallardtheater@gmail.com
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