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I'M NO SHAKESPEARE

A Frustrated Writer's Love Life

A new
musical
comedy!

Book, Music, and Lyrics
by

Michael Hillstrom

michaelhillstrom1@

www.imnoshakespeare.com

Left alone by his fiancée, aspiring writer Kinny searches for a new partner despite the hopeless futility of online dating.


After questionable advice from a waiter, a single mother, a poor songwriter, and an unhappily-married friend, Kinny is encouraged by his flamboyant cousin Sage.

 

Though hindered by his drinking habits and reluctance to move forward,

Kinny meets Heather at an insult restaurant, and their second date is at a disappointing musical in the community playhouse.

 

Ultimately, Kinny faces this philosophical question:

Does he need a significant other to find happiness, or will he

brighten his future by building his self-esteem before further dating?

I'M NO SHAKESPEARE sizzle reel.mp4

I'm No Shakespeare

Cast and Crew

at McHenry County College, 2026

Jay Geller, Director

Randi Jonites, Choreographer

Chelsea Boesiger, Asst Director

Molly Stockwell, Stage Manager

Dan Frank, Set and Tech Director

Nicole Weber, Lighting Design

Josie Hannon-Geller, Costume Design

Jimmy Minard, Pit Conductor

Michael Hillstrom, Playwright, Lyricist, Composer, Arranger,  

Music Director, Vocal Coach, 

Rehearsal Accompanist

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