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Women of Will 2013

Opened: February 3, 2013
Closing: May 26, 2013

Women of Will - 2013 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

The Gym at Judson
243 Thompson Street at Washington Square South New York, NY 10012

A true tour de force performance, WOMEN OF WILL, is the masterful summation of Shakespeare & Company Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer’s 40-plus years spent investigating all things Shakespeare; it is an engrossing exploration of the Bard’s art and psyche through his female characters, and portrayed by two of Shakespeare’s greatest modern interpreters – Ms. Packer and Nigel Gore. If Shakespeare had “bonus content,” this would be it. WOMEN OF WILL explores the Bard’s characters, focusing on the “women of will,” from Beatrice in “Much Ado About Nothing” to Viola in “Twelfth Night” and everyone in between, giving a unique and exciting perspective on some of the most well-known classics in the English language.


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Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL to Close One Week Early, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2013


Tina Packer's Women of Will, the epic exploration of Shakespeare's canon and life as seen through the eyes of his female characters, will play its final performance Off-Broadway at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street) on May 26th, 2013 - one week earlier than originally scheduled, it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and creator/star Tina Packer.

Photo Flash: Kevin Kline Visits Off-Broadway's WOMEN OF WILL
by Christina Mancuso - May 16, 2013


Academy Award winner Kevin Kline stopped by to see Tina Packer and Nigel Gore in 'Women of Will' at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street) in Manhattan earlier this week. Check out the photo below!

Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL to Close One Week Early, 5/26
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2013


Tina Packer's Women of Will, the epic exploration of Shakespeare's canon and life as seen through the eyes of his female characters, will play its final performance Off-Broadway at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street) on May 26th, 2013 - one week earlier than originally scheduled, it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and creator/star Tina Packer.

Photo Flash: Tina Packer and Nigel Gore in WOMEN OF WILL, Part 2, Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2013


Only three more opportunities to experience Tina Packer's 'Women of Will, the Complete Journey' - the weekends of April 26, 27, 28; May 10, 11, 12; and May 24, 25, 26. BroadwayWorld has a look at Part 2 of the series below!

Photo Flash: Tina Packer in WOMEN OF WILL Part 1 at The Gym Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2013


Tina Packer's 'Women of Will, the Complete Journey' - her five play series that explores and deconstructs Shakespeare's female characters - officially opened at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street) in Manhattan this past weekend (April 12, 13, 14), leaving only three more chances to experience 'The Complete Journey' - the weekends of April 26, 27, 28; May 10, 11, 12; and May 24, 25, 26. BroadwayWorld has new production shots below!

Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL: THE COMPLETE JOURNEY Plays in Five Parts Off-Broadway, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - April 5, 2013


Tina Packer's Women of Will: The Complete Journey, the five play series that explores and deconstructs William Shakespeare's most famous female characters, will begin performances (Parts 1 - 5) today, April 5, 2013 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street @ Washington Square South) it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and its star/creator Tina Packer.

Moderated Talk-Back Tuesdays to Kick Off at WOMEN OF WILL Off-Broadway, 3/19
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2013


Following Tuesday evening performances of Tina Packer's Women of Will 'The Overview' the cast (Tina Packer and Nigel Gore) have been indulging curious audience members with weekly post show talk-backs. Now beginning Tuesday, March 19 Ms. Packer and Mr. Gore will welcome a few notable names to the 'Tuesday Talk-backs with Tina and Nigel' in the form of a moderator - currently announcing five moderators, with additional names and dates to be announced at another time.

WOMEN OF WILL's Tina Packer Reschedules Appearance on THE CHARLIE ROSE SHOW for Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2013


Tina Packer, creator and star of the critically acclaimed Women of Will at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street @ Washington Square South), will appear on 'The Charlie Rose Show' tonight (Thursday, March 14), seen locally in the New York City area on WNET Channel 13 at 11:00pm. Ms. Packer was originally scheduled to appear as a guest on the talk show on Wednesday, March 13 but was preempted by coverage of the newly appointed Pope.

Update: WOMEN OF WILL's Tina Packer's Appearance on THE CHARLIE ROSE SHOW Postponed Due to Papal Coverage
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2013


Tina Packer, creator and star of the critically acclaimed Women of Will at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street @ Washington Square South), was scheduled to be a guest on 'The Charlie Rose Show' tonight, Wednesday, March 13, but the appearance has been preempted by coverage of the election of Pope Francis. Information regarding a new air date will be announced at a later date.

Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL: THE COMPLETE JOURNEY to Play in Five Parts Off-Broadway, Beg. 4/5
by Samantha Vega - March 8, 2013


Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL: The Complete Journey, the five play series that explores and deconstructs William Shakespeare's most famous female characters, will begin performances (Parts 1 - 5) April 5, 2013 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street @ Washington Square South) it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and its star/creator Tina Packer.

STAGE TUBE: Olympia Dukakis Talks WOMEN OF WILL Off-Broadway
by Stage Tube - February 25, 2013


Olympia Dukakis stopped by The Gym at Judson Theatre (243 Thompson Street, NY) to see the critically acclaimed play Women of Will recently. Following the show, the actress visited backstage to congratulate the show's creator and star Tina Packer and Ms. Packer's on-stage partner Nigel Gore. Click below to listen to what Dukakis had to say about Women of Will!

Photo Flash: Olympia Dukakis Visits WOMEN OF WILL Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2013


Olympia Dukakis stopped by The Gym at Judson Theatre (243 Thompson Street, NY) to see the critically acclaimed play Women of Will recently. Following the show, the actress visited backstage to congratulate the show's creator and star Tina Packer and Ms. Packer's on-stage partner Nigel Gore. Check out a photo of the group below!

Photo Flash: Tyne Daly Visits WOMEN OF WILL
by Sally Henry Fuller - February 19, 2013


Tony and Emmy Award-winner Tyne Daly stopped by The Gym at Judson theatre (243 Thompson Street, NY) to see the critically acclaimed play Women of Will recently. Following the show, Ms. Daly stopped back stage to congratulate the show's creator and star Tina Packer and Ms. Packer's on-stage partner Nigel Gore.

Photo Flash: First Look at Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2013


Fifteen plus years in the making, the NY premiere of Tina Packer's Women of Will, her groundbreaking exploration of Shakespeare's canon through the eyes of his female characters opens officially on Sunday, February 3, 2013, after having begun previews on January 29, at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street, at Washington Square South) in Manhattan. Eric Tucker ('Saint Joan') directs. This production of Women of Will marks Ms. Packer's New York stage debut, both as an actress and a playwright. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production in the photos below!

Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL Makes NYC Debut, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2013


The New York premiere of Women of Will, Shakespeare & Company Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer's groundbreaking exploration of Shakespeare's canon arrives Off-Broadway at The Gym at Judson later this month for an ambitious five month run. Women of Will begins preview performances tonight, January 29 with the official press opening slated for February 3 at 7:00pm and running through June 2.

WOMEN OF WILL Begins Performances Tomorrow Off-Broadway
by Kelsey Denette - January 28, 2013


Fifteen years in the making, preview performances for Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL, her groundbreaking exploration of Shakespeare's canon through the eyes of his female characters. begin tomorrow (Tuesday, January 29) at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street, at Washington Square South) in Manhattan. An official opening night of WOMEN OF WILL is scheduled for Sunday, February 3rd, 2013. Eric Tucker ("Saint Joan") directs.

Photo Coverage: Cast of WOMEN OF WILL Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - January 16, 2013


The New York premiere of Tina Packer's Women of Will - a groundbreaking exploration of Shakespeare's canon - written by Ms. Packer and directed by Eric Tucker ('Saint Joan') will begin preview performances on January 27 prior to an official press opening of February 3 and running through June 2 Off-Broadway at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street), it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and its creator/star Tina Packer. The cast just met the press and you can check out photos from the festivities below!

Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL Begins Off-Broadway Run in January
by Kelsey Denette - November 26, 2012


The New York premiere of Tina Packer's WOMEN OF WILL - a groundbreaking exploration of Shakespeare's canon - written by Ms. Packer and directed by Eric Tucker ("Saint Joan") will begin preview performances on January 27 prior to an official press opening of February 3 and running through June 2 Off-Broadway at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street), it has been announced by the show's producer Sarah Hancock and its creator/star Tina Packer.

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