Cue the canned laugh track: This holiday season, Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, The Merry Wives of Windsor, gets a classic sitcom makeover. Short on money, Falstaff, the Bard’s ultimate comedic character, decides to shamelessly woo two married women. Also short on foresight, Falstaff is quickly uncovered by the two wives, who decide to play along with his plan. Identity mix-ups, hilarious antics, and plenty of belly laughs make this play a must-see. Schedule it into your regular programming—it’s a prime-time treat.

November 26, 2010 to January 2, 2011