Special Member Screening: Much Ado About Nothing with Peter Francis James

Leave the New York City winter behind and bask in the Tuscan sunshine at Symphony Space! Actor and professor of Shakespeare Peter Francis James presents Kenneth Branagh's beloved adaptation this spring, offering a deep dive into what he calls “one of the best-realized presentations of Shakespeare on film.”

Peter Francis James is an acclaimed stage, film, and television actor known for his resonant voice, commanding presence, and wide-ranging classical and contemporary work. He has appeared on Broadway in productions including Funny Girl, Present Laughter, and The Merchant of Venice, and has earned multiple awards for his performances Off-Broadway. His screen credits span dramas, limited series, and numerous voice-over projects. In addition to his performance career, he has taught Shakespeare and classical text at leading training programs, mentoring the next generation of actors.