Bard at the Bar is an ongoing tradition of THE SIMON STUDIO that celebrates Shakespeare with an environmental collage of his scenes, monologs, songs, and dance from all his works played in around the patrons, nooks, and crannies of a lively bar (this time at the Raw Space). Cast includes SIMON STUDIO current members, alumni and guest participants from film and the NY and London stage. When it first opened, OOBR found it "an impressive group of scenes, using every inch of the expansive room, as well as audience members, as part of the ambience ... a '60s style street-theatre environment, where audience members wandered in and out and photographers documented the performance. Strict homage was paid to the Bard's language, with vivid, highly physicalized portrayals by all. Actors of all shapes, sizes, and ages were encouraged to share their talents, eschewing the youth-oriented look of many recent Shakespearean productions. Director Simon is to be congratulated for his dedication to the inclusion of all types of talented actors, and the large, enthusiastic crowd obviously agreed." Patrons are encouraged to buy drinks before and after the performance in the lounge area (Room N).