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Famous Lines: The Taming of the Shrew

William Shakespeare coined a number of phrases that we still use today, including (in varying forms) the following from The Taming of the Shrew.

“I’ve come to wive it wealthily in Padua.” 
-Petruchio 1.2.5

“We will have rings and things and fine array.”
-Petruchio 2.1.313

“The poorest service is repaid with thanks.”
-Petruchio 4.3.45

“If I be waspish, best beware my sting.”
-Kate 2.1.204

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The Taming of the Shrew

June 19 - September 7, 2024

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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Henry VIII

June 17 - September 5, 2024

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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Much Ado About Nothing

June 21 - October 5, 2024

Randall L. Jones Theatre

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The Mountaintop

July 13 - October 5, 2024

Eileen and Allen Anes Studio Theatre

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The 39 Steps

June 22 - October 5, 2024

Randall L. Jones Theatre

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The Winter's Tale

June 18 - September 6, 2024

Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre

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Silent Sky

July 12 - October 5, 2024

Eileen and Allen Anes Studio Theatre

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