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“Thy husband is thy lord, thy life, thy keeper, thy head, thy sovereign…” So, OK, Taming of the Shrew is not the favorite Shakespearean work of feminists the world over — but then again, the Elizabethans weren’t exactly known for their sense of equality or their liberal attitude. But sometimes, even the most misogyny-conscious among us have got to let some things slide in the name of art. No, Playboy is still not art — but a free performance of Taming of the Shrew by Shakespeare Miami at ArtsPark at Young Circle in Hollywood (Federal Highway and Hollywood Boulevard) is. Like the Elizabethan groundlings of yore, you can find a spot on the ground for a close-up view of the players. Get comfortable with a blanket and a picnic basket — just don’t fill it with rotten produce to throw at the players. The real groundlings might have gotten away with that, but you won’t. Showtimes are tonight at 7:30, again at 7:30 tomorrow, and 2 and 7:30 on Sunday. All performances are free. Call 954-921-3500, or visit shakespearemiami.com.
Fri., Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m.; Sat., Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m.; Sun., Jan. 24, 2 & 7:30 p.m., 2010