S2P6 - The Prologues: Ken Ludwig's Moriarty

S2P6 - The Prologues: Ken Ludwig's Moriarty

Author: Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival May 19, 2026 Duration: 6:51

Get ready for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival’s 2026 Legends and Legacy Season with As You Mic It: The Prologues. In this mini-episode, we unravel the mystery of Ken Ludwig’s Moriarty: A New Sherlock Holmes Adventure, a fast-moving theatrical whodunit filled with danger, disguises, and razor-sharp wit. Directed by Matt Pfeiffer and performed in repertory with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, this thrilling adventure follows Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson as they race to outsmart their legendary enemy. Packed with suspense, comedy, and clever twists, Moriarty celebrates the enduring legacy of one of literature’s greatest detectives while delivering all the excitement of a classic detective story brought to life onstage.

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Hosted by: Kim Carson


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