Embark on a thrilling journey in Ken Ludwig’s "Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood" this spring at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis

St. Louis, MO – (February 24, 2025) – The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is delighted to present Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, March 19 - April 13, 2025, at the Loretto-Hilton Center on the campus of Webster University. Kate Bergstrom makes her directorial debut as The Rep’s Augustin Family Artistic Director bringing the legend to life in this riotous, heart-filled romp. As Robin turns from boy to man, he flees to the forest with his medieval band of merry men to fight for kindness, caring and justice to a corrupt kingdom. Filled with daring escapades, mischievous humor, and a dash of romance, this timeless tale of justice and camaraderie is a swashbuckling adventure the whole family will cheer for!

The cast of characters includes CB Brown (As You Like It, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival) as Little John, Fabiola Cabrera-Davila (Webster Sargent Conservatory) as Deorwynn, Oriana Lada (A Christmas Carol, Alabama Shakespeare Festival) as Alize, Matt Lytle (Taming of the Shrew, Brown University) as Sir Guy of Gisbourne, Jayne McLendon (Midsummer Night’s Dream, Alabama Shakespeare Festival) as Maid Marian, Louis Reyes McWilliams(Coriolanus, The Public Theater) as Robin Hood, Michael James Reed (August: Osage County, The Rep) as Friar Tuck, David Weynand (Dial M for Murder, The Rep) as the Sheriff of Nottingham, Eric Dean White (It’s A Wonderful LIfe: A Live Radio Play, The Rep) as Prince John and understudies DeAnté Bryant, Matthew Cox, Harrison Farmer and Kristen Joy Lintvedt. Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is directed by Augustin Family Artistic Director Kate Bergstrom with set designer Lindsay Mummert and Courtney O’Neill (Moby Dick, The Rep), costume designer Dottie Marshall Englis (Pride and Prejudice, The Rep), lighting designer Christina Watanabe (It’s A Wonderful LIfe: A Live Radio Play, The Rep) sound designer Amanda Werre (Dial M for Murder, The Rep), composer and music director Colin McLaughlin, fight and intimacy choreographers Rachel Flesher and Zachariah Payne and stage manager Shannon B. Sturgis.

“This play is not just a retelling of a beloved classic; it’s a vibrant celebration with humor and heart of what it takes to become legendary. In this medieval romp we are dusting off the old tale with a vibrant ensemble and uplifting the community and bravery it takes to make an impact in the timeless fight for justice,” said Kate Bergstrom, Augustin Family Artistic Director.

“With a talented sword-and-song wielding cast and imaginative storytelling, we're creating an experience that promises to be a joyous experience for the whole family. Get ready for a journey of daring exploits, heartwarming moments, and plenty of mischievous fun as we close out The Rep’s 24/25 Season with Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood!” Ken Ludwig, one of the American Theater’s most treasured comedic playwright is a storyteller for the ages. Rep audiences have experienced his work in the 22/23 Season with the crowd favorite Murder on the Orient Express. He has had six productions on Broadway and eight in London’s West End. His 34 plays and musicals are staged throughout the United States and around the world every night of the year. They have been produced in over 20 languages in more than 30 countries, and many have become standards of the American repertoire. His first play, Lend Me a Tenor, was produced on Broadway and in London by Andrew Lloyd Webber. It won two Tony Awards and was called “one of the classic comedies of the 20th century” by The Washington Post. Crazy For You was on Broadway for five years, on the West End for three, and won the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical. In addition, he has won the Edwin Forrest Award for Contributions to the American Theatre, two Laurence Olivier Awards, two Helen Hayes Awards, the Charles MacArthur Award, and the Edgar Award for Best Mystery of the Year. He was also nominated for an Emmy Award for writing the Kennedy Center Honors.

His other plays include Murder on the Orient Express, Moon Over Buffalo; Leading Ladies; Baskerville; Sherwood; Twentieth Century; Dear Jack, Dear Louise; A Fox on the Fairway; A Comedy of Tenors; The Game’s Afoot; Shakespeare in Hollywood; and Moriarty. They have starred, among others, Alec Baldwin, Carol Burnett, Tony Shaloub, Joan Collins, and Kristin Bell.

Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is sponsored by the Leading Ladies, celebrating and elevating women in theatre. To learn more and to become a Leading Lady at The Rep, please email development@repstl.org

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.repstl.org.

 

FACT SHEET

Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood

By Ken Ludwig

Directed by Kate Bergstrom

March 19 - April 13, 2025 4 at The Loretto-Hilton Center (130 Edgar Road, St. Louis, MO)

Recommended for ages 8+

Join the Merry Rebellion! Ken Ludwig’s Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood is a riotous romp through the enchanted forest, where Robin and his lively band of outlaws plot to outwit a greedy prince. Filled with daring escapades, mischievous humor, and a dash of romance, this timeless tale of justice and camaraderie is a swashbuckling adventure the whole family will cheer for!

TICKET INFORMATION:

Tickets: Purchase tickets online at Repstl.org, by phone at 314-968-4925, or The Rep Box Office will also be available for in-person support at the Loretto-Hilton Center(130 Edgar Rd, Webster Groves), Wednesday - Friday from 12pm - 5pm, and 2 hours before curtain.

Rush Tickets: Available for students, seniors, educators, and theatre professionals by calling the Box Office at 314-968-4925, 1 - 2 hours prior to curtain time.

Student Tickets: Students can purchase $20 tickets available by calling the Box Office at 314-986-4925

35 & Under: Select $30 tickets available to those 35 and under by calling the Box Office 314-968-4925

Group Sales: Discounted tickets available for parties of 10+. Call 314-968-4925 or email mdorn@repstl.org.

ACCESS SERVICES:

Audio-Described Performance: Thursday, April 3 at 7pm – the show will be described for patrons who are blind or of low vision.

Open-Captioned Performance: Sunday, April 6 at 2pm - an electronic text ticker displays words being spoken or sung onstage.

MEMBERS OF THE MEDIA:

Press night for critics is Friday, March 21 @ 7 PM, please RSVP at this link. Photos, bios and headshots are available in The Rep Press Room.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Frances White, Public Relations

fwhite@repstl.org

414-803-7657