Hendersonville – In theatre’s vibrance, where the past and present collide, Rowan Bishop, the director of Something Rotten!, captures the essence of Shakespearean influence with a modern twist. “Something Rotten! is an entertaining commentary on the Shakespearean era of theatre,” he explains, emphasizing how the production explores themes of theatrical success and poses the question: “What does it take to be as great as Shakespeare?” This delightful musical, set to run from July 24 to August 10 at Hendersonville Theatre, promises to turn the Renaissance upside down with its outrageous humor and heartfelt homage to the art of performance.
A Musical Mashup of Comedy and Creativity
Something Rotten! is not just a show; it’s a riotous adventure that follows the Bottom brothers—Nick and Nigel—as they navigate the cutthroat world of 1595 theatre. Desperate for success in the shadow of the illustrious William Shakespeare, they consult a quirky soothsayer who reveals that the next big thing will be a musical. Armed with this outrageous idea, they embark on a journey filled with larger-than-life characters and laugh-out-loud moments. As Bishop notes, “Our cast and crew have brought a level of energy and creativity to this show that audiences are going to love.”…