WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S THE MERCHANT OF VENICE PRESS KIT ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS A POUND OF FLESH: EXPLORING QUALITIES OF MERCY WHEN ENCOUNTERING “THE OTHER”

A SERIES OF PERFORMANCES, PANEL DISCUSSIONS, AND WORKSHOPS INSPIRED BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S THE MERCHANT OF VENICE WELCOME TO ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY

Sr. Danielle Dwyer, Artistic Director

DEAR FRIENDS,

Welcome to The Merchant of Venice; A Pound of Flesh Series.

The Merchant of Venice is an uncomfortable and confrontational play in practically every scene. There is no denying the hate, the prejudice, and the blatant superiority that seeps through most every character. Frank Underwood, Kevin Spacey’s character in House of Cards, has this to say:

“Hate starts in your gut, deep down here, where it stirs and churns and then it rises, hate rises fast and volcanic, it erupts hot on the breath.”

This would be true for many characters in this play. There is not one kind or gentle soul here, and all have joined the ranks of hate and prejudice.

The ’s work is to inhabit their character and flesh them, fully and authentically. In doing so, Shakespeare’s story once again lives and breathes in a new space to a new audience, who desires to hear his enlightening words.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” —Martin Luther King, Jr.

Shakespeare most definitely brought light to a dark subject. Looking at this dark and destructive emotion through this story, facing into this ravenous element we bring to our relationships, offers us a horizon of new choices. There is no magic answer, and hate is ugly and heavy, but this story shines truth on the human relationships that live in small communities, in larger cities, in even larger countries bridging to nations. If we can start in ourselves, looking at who we are and what we choose, then that recognition no longer stays as benign acceptance, but becomes an active agent for change.

All the best, Sr. Danielle Dwyer ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY THE MERCHANT OF VENICE BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

SCENIC DESIGN SOUND DESIGN Sarah Andre, Anna Mitchell, Dan Pfeiffer Br. Christopher Swidrak

COSTUME DESIGN PRODUCTION Rebecca Lussier, Gail Gibson, STAGE MANAGER Michelle Rich Sr. Mercy Minor

LIGHTING DESIGN TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Scott Stipetic, Tom Lynch Christopher Kanaga

VOICE AND TEXT COACH Elizabeth Ingram

DIRECTED BY Sr. Danielle Dwyer CAST (IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE)

Antonio...... Christopher Kanaga Salanio, Balthazaar...... Sr. Phoenix Catlin Bassanio...... James Bocock Lorenzo...... Peter Haig Gratiano, Aragon...... Kyle Norman Portia...... Rachel McKendree Nerissa...... Stephanie Haig Shylock...... Sr. Danielle Dwyer Launcelot, Tubal, Morrocco, Duke...... Brad Lussier Jessica, Servingmen in 1.2...... Heather Norman

ADDITIONAL STAFF

Set Construction...... Paul Moore, Soren Spatzeck-Olsen Set Painters...... Lexa Hale, Roger Snure Makeup/Hair Stylists...... Sandra Spatzeck-Olsen Ashley Schuman, Katie Tingley Tour Stage Crew...... Christy Haig, Amy Mitchell Sr. Huai-Kuang Miao, Paul Moore, Soren Spatzeck-Olsen Br. John Henderson, Sr. Rosemary Ingwersen Br. Stephen Velie, Rebecca Lussier, Michael Hale A POUND OF FLESH: EXPLORING QUALITIES OF MERCY WHEN ENCOUNTERING “THE OTHER” A Series of Performances, Panel Discussions, Workshops, and Post-Show Conversations Inspired by William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice January 24-February 24, 2015 & Chicago

Elements Theatre Company presents the 2015 “Arts in Conversation” series, an annual program launched in 2013 that brings together leaders in the arts, education, religion, media and social outreach to create public dialogue on the power of the arts to humanize our culture.

As a theatre company, our core mission is to educate and illuminate through the honest exploration of classical and classically-rooted modern theatre. We believe that theatre provides a mirror for ourselves and our society, creating a possibility for meaningful exchange over ideas that matter most deeply. In our experience, reconciliation and transformation are only possible when we clearly see and name the issues that divide us.

This winter, we present Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice as a springboard for thought-provoking conversation on “the other” in our society today. In a world torn by hatred and prejudice of many kinds, we can feel powerless to create any real change. But by creating a space for exchange, reflection, and even disagreement, we might discover truths at the core of the issues. These insights might be frightening or surprising, but they can also ignite real change.

In the Pound of Flesh series, distinguished guest panelists and the Elements cast will consider: What drives Shylock (and other “outsiders”) to such extreme measures? In what ways could we be responsible for creating a climate of persecution, rather than acceptance? What are the qualities of mercy that might turn the tide of violence, in our culture and in our relationships?

CO-PRESENTERS IN CHICAGO INCLUDE: Elaine and Zollie Frank Theater at the Mayer Kaplan Jewish Community Center Chicago Theological Seminary KAM Isaiah Israel Synagogue Chicago Public Library Dominican University SCHEDULE OF EVENTSEVENTS: CHICAGO

FEBRUARY 15-16 FEBRUARY 19 The Merchant of Venice, followed by Workshop: Shakespeare’s Sonnets Panel Discussion 6:30-8pm February 15, 7pm Guest Panelists: Chicago Public Library (Lincoln Belmont Branch) • Rev. Lillian Daniel • Rabbi Evan Moffic 1659 West Melrose Street, Chicago • Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ The Merchant of Venice FEBRUARY 22-23 February 16, 2:30pm The Merchant of Venice followed by Elaine and Zollie Frank Theater, Mayer Kaplan JCC Panel Discussion 5050 Church Street, Skokie February 22, 7pm Guest Panelists: • Rabbi Niles Goldstein FEBRUARY 17 • Michael Shapiro Scenes from The Merchant of Venice followed by • Danielle Dwyer, CJ Panel Discussion • Manya Brachear Pashman, Moderator 12-1:30pm The Merchant of Venice followed by post-show Chicago Theological Seminary conversation 1407 E. 60th St., Chicago February 23, 2pm Guest Panelists: Dominican University Performing Arts Center • Rabbi Frederick Reeves • Rev. Lillian Daniel 7900 West Division St., River Forest • Danielle Dwyer, CJ • Elements Theatre Company

FEBRUARY 18 Scenes from The Merchant of Venice followed by Panel Discussion 7pm KAM Isaiah Israel Synagogue 1100 East Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago Guest Panelists: • Michael Shapiro • Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ • Rabbi Frederick Reeves • Danielle Dwyer, CJ GUEST PANELISTS: CHICAGO

Michael Shapiro Michael Shapiro was professor of English and director of the Jewish studies program at the University of . For the last five years he has been a visiting professor at Loyola. He has written two books and many articles on Elizabethan drama, including several essays on The Merchant of Venice, and he is currently coediting a collection of essays on Jewish artistic responses to the play. He and his wife Elizabeth live in the South Loop.

Rabbi Evan Moffic Rabbi Evan Moffic joined Congregation Solel in July 2009 at age 31, after serving three years at Chicago Sinai Congregation. He graduated with high honors from Stanford University in 2000 with a major in history and a senior thesis on Louis Brandeis and the American Zionist movement. He is one of the country’s youngest senior rabbis in the Reform Movement. He has been a guest lecturer at numerous Jewish centers and synagogues around the country and invited to speak to a variety of interfaith groups. His scholarly works have been published in a wide range of journals, newspapers and magazines. Rabbi Moffic is married to Rabbi Arielle Poster Moffic, who is the Director of InterfaithFamily / Chicago. They are the proud parents of two children, Hannah and Tamir.

Rev. Lillian Daniel Lillian Daniel is a pastor, teacher, writer, and speaker whose honesty and wit have taken her from the National Cathedral in Washington D.C. to the Festival of Homiletics in Denmark. Wherever she goes, Lillian brings a deep understanding of scripture and how it can be practically applied to everyday life. Equally as comfortable in convention centers, classrooms, and lecture halls as in church pulpits, Lillian has spoken at Duke Chapel, Princeton Seminary King’s College London, and Queen’s University Ontario. She has taught preaching Chicago Theological Seminary, the University of Chicago Divinity School, and at her alma mater, Yale Divinity School, where she received the 2010 distinguished alumni award for “Distinction in Congregational Ministry.” Her most recent book, When Spiritual But Religious Is Not Enough: Seeing God in Surprising Places, Even the Church (Jericho, 2014), makes a provocative case for why religious community matters. Featured in and by PBS, it has been described as biting, hilarious, pitch perfect, tender, and often stunningly beautiful. As an editor at large for The Christian Century Magazine, and a contributing editor at Leadership Journal, Lillian’s words and work can be found in The Huffington Post, Christianity Today, Relevant Magazine, Books and Culture, The Journal for Preachers, as well as in the United Church of Christ’s daily email devotionals that boast over 20,000 subscribers. Lillian is a resident of the Chicago area and has served as the senior minister of the First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn, Illinois since 2004. GUEST PANELISTS CONT.

Rabbi Frederick Reeves Rabbi Frederick Reeves became the rabbi of KAM Isaiah Israel in July 2013.He is thrilled to serve this diverse and multi-generational congregation as a spiritual leader. Rabbi Reeves is passionate about Jewish learning and meaningful worship, and he is a dedicated advocate for social change. Prior to coming to KAM Isaiah Israel, Rabbi Reeves served as the Associate Rabbi of The Temple in Atlanta, Georgia. Additionally, he served Rockdale Temple in Cincinnati, Ohio, as a rabbinic intern. Rabbi Reeves is passionate about combatting global climate change and was recognized for his work by Georgia Interfaith Power and Light. He has worked towards interfaith understanding in numerous ways, including serving on the executive board of the Faith Alliance of Metro-Atlanta, co-leading a trip to Spain for Jews, Christians, and Muslims with World Pilgrims, and by serving as faculty for the Institute for Christian and Jewish Studies’ Reclaiming the Center program. A native of Richmond, Virginia, Rabbi Reeves has a degree in French literature from the College of William & Mary in Virginia. He earned an M.A. in Hebrew Letters and was ordained at the Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion in Cincinnati, Ohio.Rabbi Reeves has four children: Violet, Asher, Levi, and Hazel. He and his wife, Lauren, love living in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago.

Rabbi Niles Goldstein Rabbi Niles Goldstein is the director of development for the Center for Interfaith Engagement and the founding rabbi of The New Shul in New York’s Greenwich Village. He is the award-winning author of nine books, including Gonzo Judaism and God at the Edge. His work has appeared in Time, Newsweek, the Times, and many other publications. GUEST PANELISTS CONT.

Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ is a spiritual director, retreat master, writer and storyteller on the staff at the Bellarmine Retreat House in Barrington, Illinois. He taught for twelve years at the Loyola University Institute of Pastoral Studies training Spiritual Directors. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from the Yale School of Drama and a Doctor of Ministry from St Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois. He was the founder and former artistic director of the Fountain Square Fools, a religious performing arts troupe that was based in Cincinnati from 1975– 93. He is also the founder of Charis Ministries, the Chicago Jesuit outreach to young adults in their twenties and thirties. Started in 2000, Charis has grown to be the premiere young adult organization for retreats in the Ignatian tradition for young adults. Presently Charis has affiliates in over twenty cities across the US. A prolific writer and speaker, Fr Michal has published extensively on prayer and the sacraments with Loyola Press, Paulist Press, Franciscan Communications, Paulist Press, Liturgical Training Publications, and Heart to Heart. His latest book What’s Your Decision? is published by Loyola Press and co-authored with Fr. Tim Hipskind, SJ and Jim Manney. His most recent work is My brother, Joe, a dramatization of the life of Cardinal Joseph Bernardin and his handling of the clergy sex abuse scandal.

Danielle Dwyer, CJ A founding member of Elements Theatre Company, Sr. Danielle Dwyer has either directed or performed in nearly 70 productions since the company’s inception. Classically trained but also skilled in contemporary drama, Sr. Danielle earned her Master of Arts Degree from England’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and the University of London. She also studied voice, , and writing with Joanna Weir at Central School of Speech and Drama (London, England); David Male of Cambridge University (Cambridge, England); and Shakespeare & Company (Lenox, MA); and studied Shakespeare at the Stella Adler Studio in New York City. Sr. Danielle’s directorial experience ranges from the timeless humanity of Shakespeare (Julius Caesar) and Chekhov (The Cherry Orchard) to the biting comedy of Oscar Wilde (Lady Windermere’s Fan) and Yasmina Reza (God of Carnage). Recent roles include Julius Caesar, Calpurnia; God of Carnage, Annette Raleigh; Pillars of the Community, Lona Hessel; Twelfth Night, Malvolio; The Cherry Orchard, Ranevskaya; Lady Windermere’s Fan, Mrs. Erlynne; The Lion in Winter, Eleanor; Doctor Faustus, Mephistopheles; Richard III, Queen Elizabeth; Everyman, Everyman; and Lettice and Lovage, Lettice Douffet. Sr. Danielle is also the author of several performance pieces, including short stories and plays, video scripts, poetic monologues, and narratives for worship. GUEST PANELISTS CONT.

Manya Brachear Pashman, Moderator Manya Brachear Pashman joined the Chicago Tribune in June 2003. As the paper’s religion reporter, she has helped chronicle two papal transitions from Rome, the Dalai Lama’s visits to Chicago, Protestant debates about gay clergy, progress and pitfalls of interfaith dialogue and the emerging role of religion in American politics. Brachear Pashman earned a bachelor’s degree from Appalachian State University and masters degrees in journalism and religious studies from Columbia University. She also has written for TIME Magazine,The Dallas Morning News, Beliefnet.com and the News & Observer in Raleigh, N.C.

Niala Boodhoo, Moderator Niala Boodhoo hosts the Afternoon Shift on WBEZ, which airs from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Niala joined WBEZ in 2010 as the Chicago reporter for Changing Gears, a multi- station project that helped document the economic transformation of the industrial Midwest. In 2012, she became the station's business reporter. Her stories have also aired on Marketplace, NPR's Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Weekend Edition Saturday. Prior to joining WBEZ, Niala was a reporter with The Herald, where she covered the local economy and did multimedia work in radio, video and online. She has been a business reporter since 2000 for Reuters, in London and Washington; the Associated Press in Miami and The South Sun-Sentinel. Niala is a graduate of Calvin College. She also has a M.S.J. from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and a M.A. from Florida International University in Latin American and Caribbean studies. She's also the Asian American Journalists Association's National Vice-President for Broadcast. ABOUT ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY

Elements Theatre Company is a non-profit, professional theatre ensemble of 14 artists in-residence dedicated to exploring and communicating the deepest truths of the human condition through dramatic storytelling and imaginative stagecraft.

Classical and classically-rooted modern works are at the heart of Elements’ artistic programming. Performance highlights of the past decade include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night, The Cherry Orchard, Pillars of the Community, A Christmas Carol, God of Carnage, The Dining Room, Rumors, Lion in Winter and Lady Windermere’s Fan.

Members of Elements Theatre Company have trained with teachers from Shakespeare & Company, Central School of Speech and Drama, Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Royal Shakespeare Company, and London’s National Theatre.

Elements is committed to conversation and education, offering workshops, panel discussions around themes of art and life, and actors’ retreats. The company tours nationally and internationally, performing and presenting educational programs at theatres, conferences, schools, and religious organizations.

“Elements Theatre Company is about more than entertainment: every piece they undertake explores the breadth of humanity — its horror, its loveliness, and its humor — with honesty. These actors hold up the mirror for themselves and in turn give us, the audience, the courage to look into that mirror too, and not shy away from what we find.” JULIE HARRIS

“"With its lavish costuming, sharply honed acting and august theatrical space, this Elements Theatre Company production of Julius Caesar instantly makes it one of the Cape’s most memorable Shakespearean performances of all time." BARNSTABLE PATRIOT

“Their professionalism and commitment to their craft are unmistakable.” BROADWAY WORLD

"The Cape's hidden jewel of a drama house." CAPE COD TIMES

“Elements Theatre’s repertory stage company always delivers top-notch productions. . . a remarkably talented cast of actors who breathe articulate life into each line of Shakespeare’s poetic prose.” BARNSTABLE PATRIOT ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY: ABOUT THE CREATIVE TEAM

Danielle Dwyer, CJ Artistic Director, Co-Founder A founding member of Elements Theatre Company, Sr. Danielle Dwyer has either directed or performed in nearly seventy productions since the company’s inception. Classically trained but also skilled in contemporary drama, Sr. Danielle earned her Master of Arts Degree from England’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and the University of London. She also studied voice, acting, and writing with Joanna Weir at Central School of Speech and Drama (London, England); David Male of Cambridge University (Cambridge, England); and Shakespeare & Company (Lenox, MA); and studied Shakespeare at the Stella Adler Studio in New York City. Sr. Danielle’s directorial experience ranges from the timeless humanity of Shakespeare (Julius Caesar) and Chekhov (The Cherry Orchard) to the biting comedy of Oscar Wilde (Lady Windermere’s Fan) and Yasmina Reza (God of Carnage). As an actress, Sr. Danielle has received critical acclaim. Recent roles include Julius Caesar, Calpurnia; God of Carnage, Annette Raleigh; Pillars of the Community, Lona Hessel; Twelfth Night, Malvolio; The Cherry Orchard, Ranevskaya; Lady Windermere’s Fan, Mrs. Erlynne; The Lion in Winter, Eleanor; Doctor Faustus, Mephistopheles; Richard III, Queen Elizabeth; Everyman, Everyman; and Lettice and Lovage, Lettice Douffet. Sr. Danielle is also the author of several performance pieces, including short stories and plays, video scripts, poetic monologues, and narratives for worship and meditation.

Christopher Kanaga Assistant Director, Technical Director Christopher Kanaga has been a member of Elements Theatre Company since 2002. His experiences as both performer and technical director have taken him across the United States and to the international stage, including opera houses in South Korea and South Africa. Chris’s diverse skills and knowledge in theatre, art, and architecture lend to his ability to oversee the transformation of performance spaces, enabling audienc- es to enter fully into the world of the play. As an actor, Chris has recently performed the following roles: Julius Caesar, Antony; Christmas Carol, Jacob Marley; The Lion in Winter, Henry II; Twelfth Night, Feste the Clown; The Cherry Orchard, Lopakhin; Lady Windermere’s Fan, Lord Windermere; Richard III, Lord Rivers; Pillars of the Community, Karsten Bernick; and God of Carnage, Michael Vallon.

Brad Lussier Dramaturg As the resident dramaturg at Elements Theatre Company, Brad Lussier serves as literary and historical advisor. Brad earned his BA in English and American Literature from Brown University. He also studied Creative Dramatics for Children at Roger Williams University, and conducted extensive studies in psychology, earning a Doctorate in Pastoral Counseling from Boston University. A member of Elements Theatre Company since 2001, Brad’s most notable roles include Julius Caesar, Brutus; Christmas Carol, Ebenezer Scrooge; The Cherry Orchard, Gayev; The Trial of Jesus, Judas; Lady Windermere’s Fan, Lord Darlington; The Lion in Winter, Geoffrey of Anjou;Everyman , Everyman; The Tragical History of Dr. Faustus, Faustus; The Comedy of Errors, Dromio of Ephesus; Richard III, Clarence; A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Oberon/Theseus; and God of Carnage, Alan Raleigh. Brad also leads workshops and classes whenever Elements Theatre Company tours to colleges and universities across the country. Elizabeth Ingram Voice and Text Coach Elizabeth Ingram is a graduate of the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. She is a designated Linklater voice teacher, and has worked as an actress for many years in England. In London’s West End Theatre she performed in The Chinese Prime Minister (with Dame Edith Evans, dir. Vivian Matalon) and Poor Bitos (dir. Shirley Butler). She has also performed at the National Theatre, London’s Fringe Theatre, and also at many major repertory theaters in England and Scotland. She has appeared in several television plays for BBC, ITV, and Granada and Harlech Television.

In the U.S.A. she has performed leading roles at Shakespeare and Company, in Lenox, Mass., including Richard III, Richard II, Coriolanus, Love’s Labour’s Lost, The Winter’s Tale, All’s Well That Ends Well, The Merry Wives of Windsor, Comedy of Errors, Mrs. Klein, Enchanted April, Maisie and Pinter’s Mirror, three one-acts by Harold Pinter. She has performed at Syracuse Stage in 'Blythe Spirit', You Never Can Tell, My Fair Lady, A Streetcar Named Desire, A Christmas Carol; at the Actors Theatre of Louisville in All My Sons; at the Berkshire Theatre Festival in Heartbreak House; and at the Women’s Company playing Kent in King Lear. She appeared in This Powerful Rhyme, a program of Shakespeare’s sonnets with music by Andrew Waggoner at the Merkin Hall in New York City, the Eastman School in Rochester, and the Red House in Syracuse.

Elizabeth teaches voice and acting in the drama department at Syracuse University, and she has directed The Greeks, The Misanthrope, Blood Wedding, Dancing at Lughnasa, Rookery Nook, and The Two Gentlemen of Verona. She has taught several voice workshops in England and America. Elizabeth is the faculty adviser for The Artist’s Workshop, a group for actors from the community who have special needs that is led by drama students. The group performs each semester in the Syracuse Stage Sutton Pavilion and has several times been awarded the Chancellor’s Award for Public Service. PRESS RELEASE Danielle Dwyer, CJ Artistic Director

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ELEMENTS THEATRE COMPANY BRINGS “POUND OF FLESH” TOURING PROGRAM TO CHICAGO FEB. 15-23 IN CONJUNCTION WITH “MERCHANT OF VENICE” PERFORMANCES Educational Touring Program Features Religious Leaders, Artists, and Scholars Discussing the Impact of Persecution and Bigotry on “The Other” as It Relates to Prejudice, Injustice and Assimilation

CHICAGO, IL – Elements Theatre Company of Orleans, Mass., a resident theater company under the direction of Sister Danielle Dwyer whose core mission is to educate and illuminate through the arts, brings its 2015 touring program to Chicago February 15-23. The company will present Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice in five performances at various venues throughout the city and lead related workshops, talk-backs and panel discussions on our culture’s view of “The Other.”

In the series, titled “A Pound of Flesh: Exploring Qualities of Mercy when Encountering the Other,” noted religious leaders, artists and scholars will examine the background and motivation of Shylock in The Merchant of Venice and consider the impact of his persecution on his own choices and on society at large. They will also consider this framework when discussing the greater implications of bigotry and persecution as they relate to prejudice, injustice, and assimilation. One key question is this: can an extreme response to being perceived as “The Other” be prevented by adopting the qualities of mercy in our behavior and culture?

Co-presenters of “A Pound of Flesh” are the Elaine and Zollie Frank Theater at the Mayer Kaplan Jewish Community Center; Chicago Theological Seminary; KAM Isaiah Israel Synagogue; Chicago Public Library; and Dominican University. Guest panelists and speakers are Rabbi Niles Goldstein, Center for Interfaith Engagement; Rev. Lillian Daniel, First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn; Michael Shapiro, Loyola University; Rabbi Evan Moffic, Congregation Solel; Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ, Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House; Danielle Dwyer, CJ, Elements Theatre Company; Rabbi Fred Reeves, KAM Isaiah Israel Synagogue; and Manya Brachear Pashman, Chicago Tribune.

Tickets for the general public range from $20-$30. All programs are free for students. Tickets and a complete, updated calendar of events may be found at www.ElementsTheatre.org. Tickets and reservations may also be purchased by calling the Elements Box Office at 800-319-7809.