ARTS Pick: All’s Well that Ends Well

The Bard is back with All’s Well that Ends Well, in a cunning adaptation of everyone’s favorite story, Cinderella. Though the title seems to hint towards “happily ever after,” this dark fairytale adopts elements of comedy and tragedy for a bittersweet study on the fickle human heart. Filled with clever wit, trademark soliloquies, and fun-filled surprises, it’s a refreshing rendition.

Through 11/29. $18-44, 7:30pm. Blackfriars Playhouse, 10 S. Market St., Staunton. Call (540) 851-1733 for details.

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