A Sharp-Witted Reimagining of

The Taming of the Shrew

Ballet 5:8’s Second Company brings bold theatricality, humor, and contemporary energy to Shrewd, an inventive retelling of Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew.

Performed in Park Forest, this lively production reexamines one of Shakespeare’s most debated comedies through dynamic choreography, character-driven storytelling, and fresh perspective. Rather than simply retelling the original, Shrewd wrestles with power, identity, courtship, and transformation in ways that feel playful, intelligent, and unmistakably modern.

Filled with wit, physical comedy, romance, and spirited movement, the production showcases Ballet 5:8’s emerging artists in a work that balances classical inspiration with contemporary voice.

Whether you know Shakespeare intimately or are encountering the story for the first time, Shrewd invites audiences into a world of sharp tongues, shifting loyalties, and unexpected tenderness.

Event Details

Ballet 5:8 Second Company
Ballet 5:8 Black Box

11545 183rd Pl, Ste 101

Orland Park, IL 60467

Come for the comedy. Stay for the clash of hearts and minds.