Los Angeles Women's Shakespeare Company

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1158 26th St
Santa Monica, CA 90403

The Los Angeles Women's Shakespeare Company, led by Producing Artistic Director Lisa Wolpe, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a platform for women, minorities, and the trans community in theater. Known for its innovative and powerful interpretations of Shakespeare, the company showcases the talents of its diverse cast through gender-bending performances that challenge traditional casting norms.

Wolpe's acclaimed solo show, "Shakespeare and the Alchemy of Gender," along with productions like "Macbeth 3," highlight her commitment to exploring complex themes such as sexism, domestic abuse, and identity through the lens of Shakespeare's works. The company’s performances are celebrated for their emotional depth, engaging storytelling, and the unique ability to transcend physical and racial boundaries in character portrayal.

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Jeni R.
4/28/2007

Chap-wearing, cross dressing women meet Shakespeare in LAWSC's newest ..rousing rendition of "As You Like It." Set in the wild west, the show wouldn't be complete without a few nasty bar brawls,...

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