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Marie Freese as Cleopatra and Jason Compton as Mark Antony, in Madison Shakespeare Company's Sloshed Shakespeare production of "Antony and Cleopatra."

The Madison Shakespeare company presents more tipsy versions of plays by the Bard. The historic tragedy of the downfall of the Roman republic and the rise of Caesar, told by the oft-drunk general Antony and Queen Cleopatra, may actually be enhanced by the slurred speech and dizzy stumbling, as the actors sip from as many wine-filled goblets as Antony does before his final drunken speech. Through Aug. 8 at various venues.

press release: Egypt, 31 BC.

Mark Antony and Cleopatra are holding a party so loud it’s keeping the neighbors awake in Rome. And you’re invited to opening night!

Madison’s third-favorite comedy group returns with Sloshed Shakespeare: Antony and Cleopatra. It’s the Shakespearean telenovela to end all telenovelas: the story of two powerful, hot-headed lovers who can’t wait for their next fight.

Sloshed Shakespeare is one classic play, six actors, and way too much alcohol. Before the show, one (or more!) performers will be drafted to start drinking, and won’t be allowed to start until they are in no condition to perform. It’s like Drunk History crashed the Folger Library and refused to leave.

Featuring Marie Freese, Nina Davis, Emily Morrison Weeks, Denzel J. Taylor, Mary Wallin, and Jason Compton, with Francisco Torres and Tanis Steed.

July 28, 6 PM, Capital Brewery in Middleton 7734 Terrace Ave.

August 3 & 17, 8 PM, Brink Lounge in Madison 701 E. Washington Ave

August 8, 7:30 PM, High Noon Saloon in Madison 701 E. Washington Ave

Tickets $15, available at madisonshakespeare.org/reservations