Shows

Shakespeare in the Parks: OTHELLO

The “green-ey’d monster” rears its ugly head in William Shakespeare’s classic tale of jealousy, power and prejudice. Noble Moorish general Othello, secretly married to his beloved Desdemona, chooses his friend Cassio for a promotion rather than his trusted but duplicitous ensign, Iago. Enraged, Iago weaves a complex scheme that spirals into a frenzy of suspicion, ultimately leading to tragic acts of violence and irreversible loss. This gripping 90-minute production preserves the classic language and core story of the full play, making it perfect for an afternoon of culture and entertainment for couples and busy families.

Auditions

Auditions – Othello – Wed., 2/26, 6-9pm, and via video

STC is holding auditions for HELEN’s HISTORY HOP and OTHELLO. Auditions will be held in person on Monday 12/9, Wednesday 12/11 and Thursday 12/12, from 6-9pm at: Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27701 . Alternatively, actors may submit a video audition, uploaded to YouTube or other video hosting service. All actors receive a stipend.

Auditions

Auditions – 2024-25 Season – Dec. 9th, 11th and 12th

STC is holding auditions for HELEN’s HISTORY HOP and OTHELLO. Auditions will be held in person on Monday 12/9, Wednesday 12/11 and Thursday 12/12, from 6-9pm at: Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27701 . Alternatively, actors may submit a video audition, uploaded to YouTube or other video hosting service. All actors receive a stipend.

News

2024-25 Season Announcement

STC is back! And thanks to the generosity of arts and civic organizations in and around the Triangle, all performances in this special relaunch season will be free to the public. Reserve your tickets as they become available in January 2025, and enjoy a sample of what’s to come in …

Announcements

STC announces new board leadership and structure

New Managing Director and Board Chair positions announced Durham (April 26, 2024) – Today, the Switchyard Theatre Company (STC) Board of Directors announced changes in the leadership and structure of their Triangle theatre organization. Dr. Kei Alegria-Flores has been elected Interim Board Chair succeeding Charlie Machalicky, and existing board member …

Announcements

What Happened and What’s Next

Message from the Board of Directors of Switchyard Theatre Company  Many people in the Triangle theater community have been asking questions about Switchyard Theatre Company (“STC”), such as  “What happened at Switchyard?” and “What did Charlie do?” The speculation and rumors since June 2023 have metastasized to the point where …

Shows

The Tempest

 

Prospero the exiled magician and her teenage daughter Miranda live on a desert island, with nothing but airy spirits (and Caliban the monster) for company.  But one night, a magical storm brings them a ship full of characters from Prospero’s past – the King of Naples, his handsome son Ferdinand, their scheming courtiers, and Prospero’s own treacherous brother Antonio. Can young love manage to bloom while the humans fight for power and the magical creatures for their freedom?