ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ alumni are invited to a special evening on campus to reconnect, mingle, and enjoy a night of Shakespearean comedy at its finest.
Friday, February 20, 2026 • Reception at 6:00 PM prior to 7:30 PM performance of Much Ado ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Nothing
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Boomers, lower level of the Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center
Enjoy light refreshments and reconnect with fellow Dean graduates before the show begins.
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Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Main Stage, Dr. Paula M. Rooney Student Center
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ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ the Play:
The war is over! Soldiers are returning home. Beloveds, and not-so-beloveds, await. But time apart has intensified desires, strained friendships, and stirred up some Shakespearean mischief.
Much Ado ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Nothing is one of Shakespeare’s most exuberant and witty comedies. From epic verbal sparring to romantic reunions, royal sabotage to absurd constables, the play is packed with laughter, tension, and timeless characters navigating the chaos of love. Originally written in 1598, its humor and heart remain strikingly relevant today.
“With a near perfect mix of action, comedy, villainy and romance, Much Ado ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ Nothing offers fun for audiences of all ages.” – KDHX, St. Louis
For questions, please contact Joanne Coluccio, Director of Alumni Engagement, at jcoluccio@dean.edu or 617-541-1656.