THEATRE: The Taming of the Shrew - Coolum Theatre Players

Title: The Taming of the Shrew

Presented By: Coolum Theatre Players

Genre: Comedy / Shakespeare / Adaptation

Synopsis: Set in 1950s post-war Italy, this production re-imagines The Taming of the Shrew as a stylish Mafia comedy. Verona is run by powerful families, marriages are business deals, and reputation is everything.

Bianca Minola is desired by many, but her fiery sister Katherina stands in the way. Enter Petruchio - a brash outsider willing to match Kate’s energy blow-for-blow. What follows is a fast-paced battle of wit, pride, and power, full of mistaken identities, slapstick chaos, and sharp comedy. This version leans into physical comedy, dry humour, and playful irony, while allowing space to interrogate power and partnership beneath the surface.

Performance Dates: March 20th - 29th, 2026

Performance Times:

• Fridays & Saturday 21st - 7:30PM

• Sundays & Saturday 28th - 2PM

Performance Location and Address: Coolum Civic Centre, 2-4 Park Rd, Coolum Beach QLD 4573

Ticket Costs:

• Adult - $30

• Concession - $27

• CTP Member - $25

Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - The Taming of the Shrew

Creative Team: Director - Harvey Wolfe

Production Website: Coolum Theatre Players - The Taming of the Shrew

Other information:

• Audience members are welcome to bring their own drinks and snacks.

• The venue includes wheelchair access and accessible facilities.