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# Students ready to mix Shakespeare and Las Vegas in new theatre production
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/students-ready-to-mix-shakespeare-and-las-vegas-in-new-theatre-production/
- Published: 2026-04-24T06:10:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-04-20T14:13:49.000Z
- Description: Talented students are blending Shakespeare and the bright lights of Las Vegas for a new show.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Education, What's On, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:11, News

TALENTED students are blending Shakespeare and the bright lights of Las Vegas for a new show.

The performing arts cohort at Lichfield College are presenting The Merry Wives of Vegas on 15th and 16th May.

The piece has been written and will be directed by Lenny Love, who said the production was a learning curve for both himself and the students.

He said:

> “I have never read or studied The Merry Wives of Windsor, so it has been like going back to school in creating this show  
>  
> “This version of Shakespeare’s comedy has some amazing musical numbers. Obviously, we have a couple of Elvis tracks in it as an homage to the Vegas music scene, as well as some amazingly catchy and popular tunes from American artists that add a bit of irreverent humour to the plot.  
>  
> “So don’t expect ruff-collars and poetry in the show – expect fantastic songs, routines and comedy.”

The production has also brought in a wide range of students to help get the show on the road.

Lenny explained:

> “We are very lucky to not only have a talented bunch of performers, but students from other subjects have also been a part of the process too.  
>  
> “Artists from our games design cohort have designed and animated a clever digital backdrop for the show, while our Carpentry team have built our impressive theatre sets – and the band are wholly comprised of our talented learners from the music department

The Merry Wives of Vegas will be at the Lichfield Garrick on 15th and 16th May. For tickets, visit [the Lichfield Garrick website](http://www.lichfieldgarrick.com/?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk) or call the box office on 01543 412121.