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The Taming of the Shrew **1/2 The Total Bent *** Himself and Nora ** by Barry

By: David Sheward With its celebration of Elizabethan-era sexism, The Taming of the Shrew has always been a challenging production for modern audiences. In bringing the rebellious Katherina to heel, the chauvinistic Petruchio employs starvation, abuse, and possibly even rape, and is rewarded with an obedient spouse and riches from his father-in-law who essentially sells the contentious bride to be rid of her. Th…

SOURCE: theaterlife at 9:51am on June 21, 2016

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