WE BRING YOU CLOSER TO SHAKESPEARE
Will at the EdFringe19
Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare's Life was performed for two weeks at the biggest arts festival in the world, from 12-17 & 18-24 August at 12.35pm in the Jade Studio at Greenside Venues @ Royal Terrace.
England, 1582. The young Will Shakespeare is living in the peaceful town of Stratford-upon-Avon, in the heart of England with his newlywed wife, Anne. But something’s missing. He’s dreaming of prophecies, rough magic and words no one is able to find. As he starts following these dreams, life takes him on a journey, from under the protection of an immensely rich Lord to nights in brawl taverns with travelling actors. But Elizabethan England is not an easy place to thrive…
We tell you the story of how Will became William Shakespeare through this play bursting with echoes to his future works, in between fantasies and reality.
"Remarkable.”
Lung Ha Theatre Co
"Come join them!"
British Theatre Guide
"Will himself would have liked this.”
Derek Awards
What Fringe audiences said
"I saw this this afternoon, with my sometimes less-than-theatrical partner. We both absolutely loved it, and I cannot recommend it highly enough! One of my highlights of the Fringe. Hugely talented cast and crew. It has everything; emotion, action, excitement, laughter, tears, love and tenderness. And some amazing physical scenes. The whole production is fabulously honed, from the choice of music, to the costumes, to the story and the words, to the sparse and perfect props, to the give-it-all energy of the cast. Go see it. And take your friends."
Sarah Rauchas, choreographer & academic
"This is a well crafted, fast-paced visceral and intelligent, sexy and rich exploration of William Shakespeare and his early years from poet and lover to player and, maybe, playwright. Victoria Baumgartner is a writer and director to watch. Grab a ticket - I suspect this is a good piece for national and international touring."
Chris Grady, Theatre Producer & Founder of the MA in Creative Producing at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts
"A hidden gem of a show that is creatively written and masterfully performed by 5 multi-talented performers. Perfect venue for the piece and although it is slightly out of the way it is well worth the trip. Fringe theatre at it's finest!"
Wade Ablitt, Musical Theatre composer & Producer
"Amidst the myriad of shows at the Fringe 2019, "Will, or Eight Lost Years of William Shakespeare's Life" stands out as one of the greatest shows with great writing, directing, and execution! You don't wanna miss it. It'll surely exceed your expectations! If you can only afford to watch one show, whether it's due to money or time constrain, I'd highly recommend picking this show."
Faris Alraddadi
"Amazing show! This show is a bit of a walk away, but so worth the trip. The acting and energy are superb; the cast relate very well to the audience without overdoing it; and it’s just a joy to watch. Don’t miss it!"
Mary Bauckham
"Had the pleasure of watching this show on their first fringe appearance. Wow. Incredibly talented and the storytelling was first class. Beautifully poignant and so worth the time."
Gillian Nelson
Go to EdFringe website & full reviews
Cast & Creatives
William Shakespeare Sam Veck
Anne Shakespeare Victoria Baumgartner
Olivia Burbage Charlie MacKellar
Richard Burbage Kieran Taylor-Ford
Earl of Southampton / Christopher Marlowe / Gravedigger / The Queen Jack Spencer
Writer & Director Victoria Baumgartner
Costumes Karolina Luisoni
Assistant Director Ruth Hunduma
PR & Communication Noémy Menyhart
Pictures by Nathan Ford
Special thanks to
all our Kickstarter crowdfunding supporters.
We could not have done it without your generous donations.
Adrian Fernandez
Alexandra Cottier
Alexis Michalik
Alma Gudzevic
André Gurtner
Anna Rumball
Antony Weeks
Aude Bourrier
Bertil & Marie Cottier
Blaise Bersinger
Brian Benacloche
Camille Mottier
Caroline Genolet
Charlotte Scobie
Chris Hemmens
Cynthia Benassi
Donatella Gabrielli
Fanny Comba
Florent & Marie Carbone
George Veck
Gergely Odor
Gillian Barmes
Hazel Veck
Hélène LaGrotteria
Isabelle Munyankindi
Jacques Dubochet
Jade Andrey
Jean-Claude Sauthier
Joe Evans
Joseph Veck
Juliette Genolet
Kate Maravan
Katherine Moran
Kickstarter
Laura Beer
Léa Fanchon
Luca Da Pare
Lyudmyla Dutruel
Marine Spalletta
Mélanie Carrel
Melissa Allcock
Nicole Baumgartner
Nina Babayan
Olivier Maillard
Olly Bovay
Peter Hevoud
Pierre Fankhauser
Pierre Magnenat
Prof. Agnieszka Soltysik Monnet
Prof. Kevin Curran
Raphaël Braunschweig
Sara Dominguez
Sarah Morley
Sebastien Rey
Sergio Mendolia
Sofia Armella
Stefanie Ginster
Susan Morris
Svitlana Willi
Sylvie Stefanelli
The Creative Fund by Backer Kit
Thomas Wiesel
Tibor Menyhart
Trish and Steve Down
Valérie Boujon
Vera Presas
Veronika Mendiola
Vitaliy Nedelko
Zelda Chauvet
and those who wished to remain anonymous.