ATTENTION: lovers of Stephen Lee

"Much Ado About Nothing" by the biggest BILL on the program, the renown MR SHAKES Stephen Lee (Leonato and Dogberry) shows off his substantial theatrical credentials: it's an absolute hoot to see him in contrasting roles where he can really display his acumen. Sufficient to say, WA practitioners are very lucky to have his energy, wit and knowledge (he is eligible for MENSA) at their disposal. With a superb glass of wine in tow, indulge in the intrigue, passion and hilarity of Shakespeare’s well loved comedy. Jealous Don John, with his drunkard offsider, Boracchio, does his best to meddle with the happiness of young lovers. But a group of bumbling night watchmen get involved twisting love’s purpose even more so. Directed by Peter Tulloch With: Richard Mellick (Don Pedro), Stephen Lee (Leonato/Dogberry), Caitlin McLoughlin (Hero/Verges), Dan Luxton (Benedick), Kate McGinniskin (Beatrice), Nichola Renton-Weir (various) This is the 2nd year Essential have come west, having developed 6 years of experience selling theatre into wineries in the east. This year more WA wineries are on board - it is the beginning of something exciting - Essential's eastern state company tours for 4 months across 4 states - WA performs the production seen the year before in the east. For show times and bookings, call... February 17th Houghton Wines, Swan Valley WA 08 9274 9525 February 18th Cosham Wines,Perth Hills WA 0417 959 622 February 24th Hackersley Wines, Ferguson Valley WA 08 9728 3033 March 3rd Leeuwin Estate, Margaret River WA 08 9759 0000 March 10th Briery Estate, Bindoon WA 08 9576 1417