For the first time ever Studio East is bringing Shakespeare to the park: specifically, Bridle Trails State Park in Kirkland. At 6 p.m. on June 29, Studio East’s cast of talented local teens will remount their successful spring production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing for one last free outdoor performance.

It will be presented in-the-round on the Main Show Grounds and is recommended for audiences age 9 and over. Fourteen local area teens comprise the cast: two Studio East alumni, Sierra Kagen and Emily Fassler, return in cameo roles as Dogberry and Verges respectively.

Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare’s hilarious comedy about love and relationships. It focuses on two couples: Claudio and Hero, a promised couple who must overcome obstacles before they can wed, and Beatrice and Benedick, long-time verbal sparring partners and confirmed singles who haven’t yet realized they love each other.

Bring your blankets, low-back chairs and a picnic dinner. Park in the Main Show Grounds parking lot located at the 5300 block of 116th Avenue. The show is free (donations accepted) and there is a $10 state parking fee for those without a WA State Discover pass.