4 episodes
Twelfth Night: The Radio Show! Shakespeare on the Lawn
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The University of Virginia’s student theatre group Shakespeare on the Lawn presents Twelfth Night: The Radio Show! This classic tale of mixed identities, unrequited love, and mischievous antics tells the story of twins Viola and Sebastian after they become separated during a train crash. Viola disguises herself as a man to secure a job in Illyria and is suddenly indistinguishable from her brother — what could possibly go wrong?
Directed by Avery Erskine. Produced with the help of the University of Virginia’s Miller Arts Scholars Program and WTJU.
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Veils and Vices
After crashing just outside of Illyria, Viola disguises herself as a man named Cesario to secure a job with Orsino. Orsino sends Cesario to woo Olivia for him. Sir Toby convinces his friend Sir Andrew to stay in town a little longer.
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Revelry and Romance
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Viola’s lost twin brother, Sebastian, and his friend Antonio journey to Illyria. Viola starts to suspect someone might have feelings for her. Sir Toby, Sir Andrew, Maria, and Feste plan a prank on Olivia’s uptight butler Malvolio.
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Pranks and Promises
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Sir Toby and Fabian plot to have Viola and Andrew fight each other. Sebastian and Antonio arrive in Illyria. Malvolio makes some interesting advances toward Olivia.
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Mischief and Matrimony
Episode Notes
Sir Toby, Maria, and Feste enact the final steps of their prank on Malvolio. Things come to a head as everyone in Illyria confuses Viola and Sebastian.
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