“Patrick Page offers a captivating look at the nature of evil.”—Pioneer Press
“A must-see production…hands down one of the best shows of the year.”—Star Tribune
“Five Stars.”—Play off the Page
“A ‘you had to be there to believe it’ performance…Page effortlessly navigates the text of some of the most iconic ‘villains’ found in the bard’s work.”—BroadwayWorld
“Page’s performance … is astonishing.”—Talkin’ Broadway
Created and performed by Patrick Page
Directed by Simon Godwin
An Octopus Theatricals Production
Dubbed “The villain of Broadway” by Playbill, Tony Award-nominee and Grammy Award-winner Patrick Page (King Lear, Hadestown) has never shied away from exploring his dark side. Now, with this tour de force show, “one of America’s greatest classical actors” (The Wall Street Journal) turns to the twisted motivations and hidden humanity at the heart of Shakespeare’s greatest villains. Moving swiftly through the canon, Page illuminates Shakespeare’s evolving conception of evil by delving into more than a dozen of his most wicked creations, offering a thrilling masterclass on the most terrifying subject of them all: human nature. Previously seen on-screen, now is the chance for audiences in D.C. to experience an enhanced version for the stage.
Runtime: One hour and 25 minutes with no intermission. Each performance to be followed by an optional talkback discussion with Patrick Page, averaging 30 minutes.
Photos by Julieta Cervantes.
All the Devils Are Here includes adult themes, use of haze and fog effects, bright lights, strobe lighting, and loud noises. Click read more below for full details and possible spoilers.
If you have any additional questions, please contact our Box Office at STCBox@ShakespeareTheatre.org or 202.547.1122 and we’ll be happy to give you more info.