In 2020, Hell itself breathed out contagion to the world, thus shutting down North Coast Repertory Theatre’s Hamlet on the very eve of its opening night. Thankfully, cast, crew and theater persevered, and have set the stage for the return of their production July 31-Aug. 22. But before that, you have a chance to brush up on your Shakespeare with the Compleat Wrks of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged) (Revised), a 90-minute “madcap romp of every one of Shakespeare’s plays,” opening this weekend at NCRT. Catch performances Friday, July 23 and Saturday, July 24, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 25 at 2 p.m. ($18, $16).

Tickets are limited to 50 percent capacity and available by reservation only — no sales at the door. Proof of vaccination or proof of a recent negative COVID-19 test is required at the door. Performances run Friday through Sunday, through Aug. 1.
Tickets are available online at www.ncrt.net, or by calling 707 442-NCRT.