Wetumpka Depot Players' I HATE HAMLET Opens 5/12

The Wetumpka Depot Players are thrusting into spring with the second show of their 36th season. Audiences are bound to love I Hate Hamlet, Paul Rudnick's award wining comedy. Opening May 12, as the play promises thrills, chills, and laugh-out-loud entertainment.

Andrew Rally has it all: a starring role in a television series, a beautiful girlfriend, a devoted agent, and most importantly, the chance to play Hamlet in Central Park. Or, does he? When everything goes awry, Andrew summons the ghost of John Barrymore and the fun begins! The laughs are nonstop as Andrew wrestles with his conscience, Barrymore and his sword in this delightful comedy.

Written in 1991, I Hate Hamlet premiered on Broadway with huge success. It was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor, a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress and won two Theatre World Awards. Playwright, Paul Rudnick, was also nominated for a Drama Desk Award in 1993 for Outstanding New Play. The play is loosely based on Rudnick's own personal history of moving into the apartment of the late Barrymore.

"What a fun play," said director Tom Salter. " And what a wonderful cast. There is a ghost...one of the theatre's most famous actors...a sword fight...and guys in tights! There's something for everyone in this very funny play."

The show features Stephen Dubberley as Barrymore and Clint Evans as Andrew Rally. Rounding out the cast are Janie Alred, Elizabeth Bowles, Lee Bridges and Kristy Meanor. The fight choreography by Parke Fech is a combination of swashbuckling duel infused with hilarious comedy.

The play will be performed the following dates: May 12-14, 19-21, 26-28 7:30pm and May 22 at 2pm. Tickets are just $12 in advance and $15 at the door and online. Box office hours are Wednesday-Friday 9am-3pm or tickets may be reserved by calling the Depot at 334-868-1440 or by visiting the theatre's website at www.wetumpkadepot.com

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