Much Ado About Nothing

Name: Much Ado About Nothing
Start: 2026-06-12T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-12T21:30:00-05:00
Location: 7155 Florida Blvd. , Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Louisiana

Schedule

Fri Jun 12 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

7155 Florida Blvd. , Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Louisiana | Baton Rouge, LA

Written By William Shakespeare
Adapted by George Judy
Directing Team: Shannon Walsh, Barrett Hileman, Sarah Nansubuga
In a world that often feels overwhelming, Mid City Civic Theatre invites the community to do what Louisiana does best: come together. Through laughter, connection, and shared experience, this beloved Shakespearean comedy offers a joyful reminder that even in uncertain times, joy and love endure.
Much Ado About Nothing weaves together two very different romances. Young lovers Claudio and Hero appear destined for marriage until a cruel deception by the villainous Don John threatens to destroy their union, falsely accusing Hero of infidelity. At the same time, the fiercely independent Beatrice and the sharp-tongued Benedick engage in a battle of wit, only to be cleverly drawn into love by those around them.
As misunderstandings unravel and truths come to light, Hero must rely on an unexpected plan to restore her honor, while both couples ultimately find their way back to love. Filled with humor, mischief, and heart, the play celebrates the power of trust, forgiveness, and community.
Performances will be Friday - Saturday at 7:30, Sundays at 2 PM, and an additional Thursday at 7:30 on the second weekend.
Meet The Cast
Leonata – Tara Nixon
Hero – Allison DePriest
Beatrice – Rain Scott-Catoire
Antonia – Lauren Stefanski
Margaret – Elise Gutierrez
Ursula – Keyla Chavis
Balthasar – Gage McDaniel
Donna Pedro – Channing Hall
Count Claudio – Don Fields
Signior Benedick – Ricardo Mendoza
Don John – Scott Don Bosco Mitchell
Borachio – Kenny Matherne
Conrade – Ethan Staggs
Dogberry – Darvy Allison*
Verges – Kate Norsworthy*
Georgia Seacoal – Zofeya Willis*
Watchperson – James Riche*
Watchperson – Harper Lossett*
Sexton – Riston Zimmerman*
Friar Francis – Tony Medlin
Messenger/Soldier – Kaleb Colomb
Ensemble – Madi Bell, Leia Bryant
*Denotes Civic Conservatory Member
Tickets are $20 for students, and $40 for adults.