NEWPORT, OR — Red Octopus Theatre Company announces its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, “Twelfth Night,” live on stage at the Newport Performing Arts Center, October 17 through November 2, 2025. A classic tale of mistaken identity, unrequited love, and merry mischief, “Twelfth Night (or What You Will)” has captivated audiences for centuries and remains one of Shakespeare’s most beloved works.

Stranded on the coast of Illyria, the quick-witted Viola assumes the disguise of a page boy for Duke Orsino. She soon finds herself at the center of an explosive love triangle in which identity, passion, and gender all threaten to come undone. This new production, directed by Milo Graamans promises a lively and entertaining experience for audiences of all ages. “Twelfth Night has many of the iconic elements of Shakespearean comedy,” said Graamans, “including vibrant characters, mistaken identities, disguises, pranksters, and fools – but it also raises…