The Taming of the Shrew Tickets

Buy The Taming of the Shrew Tickets

See the literary classic brought to life with The Taming of the Shrew tickets. The Taming of the Shrew is a late 16th-century play by William Shakespeare. The play tells the story of protagonist Petruchio as he attempts to woo and “tame” the ill-tempered, incorrigible Katherine. It is widely regarded as a masterpiece.

The Taming of the Shrew has been adapted into a two-act ballet choreographed by John Cranko and set to music by Domenico Scarlatti and Kurt-Heinz Stolze. The ballet first premiered at the Wurttembergische Staatstheater in 1969, where it was performed by the Stuttgart Ballet. The cast of the ballet’s premiere featured Marcia Haydee as Katherine, Richard Cragun as Petruchio and Egon Madsen and John Neumeier as supporting characters.

Following its Stuttgart premiere, The Taming of the Shrew was a runaway success. Richard Cragun in particular earned acclaim for his rendition of Petruchio, winning praise from critics for his comic ingenuity and charismatic onstage persona. Both theatrical and ballet productions of The Taming of the Shrew have become so popular that the piece has become a mainstay of theater and ballet companies across the world. See the timeless story brought to life yourself when you buy The Taming of the Shrew tickets here.

How much are The Taming of the Shrew tickets?

The Taming of the Shrew tickets for a premium orchestra seat have a price range of around $150-$350 per ticket depending on the venue. Stick to your budget with cheap seats in the back of the theater. A balcony seat will typically run $35-$55 each. Due to the size of the theatres on Broadway, ticket prices in New York can sometimes be 50-75% more than a touring performance.

The Taming of the Shrew Show Schedule

Check the The Taming of the Shrew schedule above to find a tour date that is convenient for you. When the performance is running for a week or longer, it usually runs Tuesday through Sunday with Matinées typically available on Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to catch the show at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Sarofim Hall at the Hobby Center in Houston or another theatre near you.