Shaker Heritage Society
25 Meeting House RoadA wealthy woman flees London during a plague, leaving her townhouse in the care of her trusted butler, Jeremy (Face). However, Jeremy has other ideas, quickly turning the home into a seedy den of crime. After pulling off several successful scams, Jeremy and his fellow scoundrels run into trouble when a mysterious visitor arrives.
Written by Ben Jonson - often considered second only to Shakespeare among English dramatists - the Alchemist is a comedic show about con men and the willingness of their victims to be deceived.
Will Kempe’s Players pleases scholars and lovers of Shakespeare - and converts those who once dreaded reading the Bard in English class. This Troy-based cooperative stages the work of Shakespeare and his contemporaries using the methods of their era. Will Kempe’s Players promotes an inclusive creative environment, making these works engaging and accessible to modern audiences - all while retaining historical authenticity.
Sat, Aug 30, 2025 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Shaker Heritage Society
25 Meeting House Road
We believe in presenting the works of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries through
original practices.
We use minimal lights, tech, and set to mimic the conditions these works were originally presented.
We directly address our audience,
engaging the crowd and perpetuating their existence in the world of the play.
We travel throughout New York's capital region and beyond, bringing these
plays to a wide array of communities.