HamletJuly 2–25 at The Gene Frankel Theatre

A Bold Reimagining of Shakespeare’s Classic Through the Lens of Viking Legend

New York, N.Y. - The Onomatopoeia Theatre Company proudly presents Hamlet, a new adaptation directed by Thomas R. Gordon, running July 2–25 at The Gene Frankel Theatre in NoHo. Opening night is slated for July 5.

While Shakespeare’s Hamlet remains one of the most celebrated works in world drama, its origins can be traced to the 13th-century legend of Amleth, a Scandinavian folk hero whose story emerged from Viking culture and was defined by ruthless vengeance, cunning deception, and feigned madness.

Drawing inspiration from this legendary source material, Gordon’s adaptation embraces the mythic roots of the tale, transporting audiences to Scandinavia in 1200 AD. This new adaptation of Hamlet offers audiences a compelling examination of the myths and legends that gave rise to one of theatre’s most iconic characters.

Visited by his father's ghost, Prince Hamlet of Denmark learns his brutal murder was at the hands of his uncle Claudius – and spirals into a quest for vengeance that exposes the rot at the heart of the family's empire and threatens his own sanity. Come join the Onomatopoeia Theatre Company for an exploration of Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, while also inspecting the text relationship to the story of Prince Amleth, the Scandinavian legend which Shakespeare based his classic play upon.

​The cast features Derek Chariton as Hamlet (The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance/off-Broadway), Holly Kay Benedict (Betty’s Summer Vacation/GFT), Dillon Collins (Much Ado About Nothing/GFT), Emily Cummings (Dirty Books/Bated Breath Theatre), Sarah Hawthorne (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel/Amazon), Daniel Kornegay (The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance/off-Broadway), Jeff Kushner (Arena Players Repertory Theatre), Francesca Ravera (Truth Be Told/GFT), Chandler Robyn (Loves Labour’s Lost/GFT), Samuel Shurtleff (The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance/off-Broadway, and Jennifer Yadav (The Jackie Mason Musical/off~Broadway).

The creative/production team includes Chris Cummerbach (set), Kimani Gordon (lighting), Carla Thomas (costumes), and Daniella Paiewonsky (stage management).

Hamlet runs July 2 - 25 with performances on Thursday - Saturday at 7pm, and Sunday at 2pm. Additionally there will be a performance on Wednesday, July 22 at 7pm. Running time: 2:30.

Tickets are $28.72 (students/seniors) and $38.62 (general admission) and are available HERE. The Gene Frankel Theatre is located at 24 Bond Street (Between Lafayette & Bowery), New York, NY 10012. Subways: 6 to Bleecker Street, B/D/F/M to Broadway/Lafayette.  

BIOGRAPHIES

Thomas R. Gordon (Director) is the leader of the motley crew that is The Onomatopoeia Theatre Company and a fighter for love and art in New York City. He is a graduate of Radford University and the NYU Educational Theatre Program. Before moving to New York, Thomas worked as a director, actor, lighting designer, sound designer and theater teacher in both Virginia and California. Select directing credits include: Dali’s Dream, You Are Not Alone, Teach Me How to Die, Dracula: Finding of a Shadow, The Picture of Dorian Grey, The House of Bernada Alba, Of Mice & Men, Medea, Arsene Lupin VS Sherlock Holmes, Let's Play: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and the 2022 and 2025 production of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. In 2025, Thomas became the owner of The Gene Frankel Theatre.

The Onomatopoeia Theatre Company’s primary goal is to create theatre with sound. Any and all types of sound! Whether it is music, noise or a symphony of emotions pouring from an actor’s soul they aim to create theatre that must be heard to really be seen! Their second goal is to use sound and technology to help push the boundaries of what live theatre can do. They aim to carry on the Off-Off-Broadway tradition of pushing boundaries and experimentation! Their final goal is to create theatre that fights for a positive view of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation and “the underdog.” www.theonomatopoeiatheatrecompany.com

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