Imagine an action-packed “sequel” to Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” with a zombie-filled twist. Such is the Independence Community College Theatre Department production of “Living Dead in Denmark,” playing Friday, April 24 at 7pm and Saturday April 25 at 2 p.m. at the William Inge Theatre. Admission is free.
“Living Dead in Denmark” is written by Qui Nguyen, who will also be in Independence as the Honoree playwright of the William Inge Theatre Festival, April 23-25, at ICC.
Cooper Sivara directs a student ensemble in this adventure/horror spoof. When the undead threaten the Kingdom of Denmark, zombies of resurrected Shakespearean characters join the fight, led by Juliet, Lady Macbeth, and very peeved Ophelia. A clash of the titans ensue amid pop culture music and plenty of B-movie flair.
The acting ensemble features Belinda LaMae, Lauren Hugo, and Stevie Hill, along with Payton Sanders, Matthew Wright, Jenna Bates, Treya Connelly, and Leo Hoffman.
Crew (and an occasional added zombie) include Tessa Tyler, stage manager; Stevie Hill, scenic designer; Joel Williams, lighting designer; Dani Admire, properties designer; Stevie Hill, projections designer; Valerie Taylor, sound designer, Sarah Owen, costume coordinator; and Wally Carson and Jeremiah Thompson, run crew.
“Living Dead in Denmark” is part of the 43rd William Inge Theatre Festival, Honoring playwright Qui Nguyen. The Festival includes readings of new plays, workshops, and the Scenes at the Inge House. For more information, visit www.ingecenter.org.