In its 17 years in Baltimore, Everyman Theatre has found a niche in spare sets, even sparer casts and a dedication to modern classics by the likes of Arthur Miller, Sam Shepard and Tennessee Williams.

The company has stretched its comfort zone with its share of period pieces, but never further than today as it presents Much Ado About Nothing. It's the Everyman's first full-scale Shakespearean production, the company's coming of age.

If you go Much Ado About Nothing at Everyman Theatre, 1727 N. Charles St., runs through Dec. 16. For tickets, call 410-752-2208 or go to everymantheatre.org.