Synopsis
Directed by Harvey Wolfe
Set in 1950s post-war Italy, this production re-imagines “The Taming of the Shrew” as a stylish Mafia comedy. Verona is run by powerful families, marriages are business deals, and reputation is everything.
Bianca Minola is desired by many, but her fiery sister Katherina stands in the way. Enter Petruchio — a brash outsider willing to match Kate’s energy blow-for-blow. What follows is a fast-paced battle of wit, pride, and power, full of mistaken identities, slapstick chaos, and sharp comedy. This version leans into physical comedy, dry humour, and playful irony, while allowing space to interrogate power and partnership beneath the surface.
Show dates
Friday 20th & Saturday 21st March 2026 @ 7.30pm
Sunday 22nd March 2026 @ 2.00pm
Friday 27th & Saturday 28th March 2026 @ 7.30pm
Sunday 29th March 2026 @ 2.00pm
Since 1988, Coolum Theatre Players has been entertaining audiences with live theatre shows.