Sir Robert Cecil, played by John O’Hern, consults with Queen Elizabeth I, played by Emilie Roberts, in this photo for the Darien Arts Center Stage production of “Shakespeare and the Heart’s Desire.”
Photo by Jeffrey Wyant
The one-night staged reading of this play written by Mary Jane Schaefer takes place on Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. and tells an amazing story of political intrigue and a true event in Shakespeare’s life; his involvement in a plot to overthrow the throne.
Reservations are not necessary for the performance, which has a suggested donation of $10. The DAC is located at 2 Renshaw Road, behind the Darien Town Hall. For more information, call (203) 655-8683.