Mary Stuart
September 6, 2001 – October 14, 2001
by Friedrich Schiller
translated by Robert David MacDonald
directed by JoAnne Akalaitis
This fascinating play is based on one of history's most intriguing political dramas. Schiller re-imagines the deadly struggle between the powerful Queen Elizabeth I and the sensual Mary Stuart, deposed Queen of Scots. Schiller's exploration of each queen's rightful claim to the English crown takes place during Mary Stuart's last days. Elizabeth has tried to keep Mary alive during her 18-year imprisonment, but finds herself torn between family loyalty and the political necessity of removing a rival.
