Des Moines news and notes

See 'Taming of Shrew' at Salisbury House Salisbury House will mark the fifth anniversary of its Shakespeare on the Lawn series with six performances of "The Taming of the Shrew" Friday through Sunday and Aug. 1-3. The production will feature more than 20 local actors and musicians, under the direction of Lorenzo Sandoval. Admission is $20 for adults and $5 for students 12 to 18. Purchase at the gate or in advance at www.iowatix.com. In addition, "Midsummer Daydreams: Shakespeare for Kids," is a free day camp for kids July 29 and 30 at Salisbury House. The theatrical performance and a series of mini-workshops are geared to the skill levels of elementary and middle-school children. The kids will benefit from instruction by professional actors, a live-theatre performance space for experiential learning and the use of stage props... [read full story]