What a wonderful night out! There is obviously a following - their 10th year - as people were singing along. Oscar Petersen and David Issacs capture the different characters beautifully. There is a seamless change between them - never missing a beat. I suppose it is a sign of the incredible professionalism that they were able to improvise and respond to the audience. I loved the quip "recession cut" in response to members of the audience with bald heads.
The theme of school reunions was a wonderful nostalgic trip back to school. It is amazing how many shared experiences there are. The annual interschools athletics competition was a scream. They played the different characters beautifully especially Whashiela with her hand in front of the mounth and strange interjections of English to sound posh. A lovely insight into the Cape Flats and current issues.
Go along for a really good laugh, but you might need to concentrate on some of the different accents.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Antony & Cleopatra
Wow! A must see. As you know I am wary of Shakespeare at the best of times so I went with some trepedation. Initially I got lost in the language and then decided to take Yusrah's advice and just enjoy the story - and what a story!
It is fascinating to watch the consequences of this fanatical love in a highly charged political environment especially the downfall of the vibrant "red blooded" Antony. Cleopatra was splendid as the jealous, fickle lover. The person playing Octavius was chilling in his cold indifferent response to the emotions around him. I was captivated by the story and the different characters. On a lighter note - my admiration to the soothsayer who was holding the snakes - you can get my vote for bravery anytime.
Just be advised that the first half is really long 1h45min. The night we were there it was freezing cold so take warm clothes. It helps to buy the programme as there is a lovely summary of the play which helps to understand what is going on on stage.
It is fascinating to watch the consequences of this fanatical love in a highly charged political environment especially the downfall of the vibrant "red blooded" Antony. Cleopatra was splendid as the jealous, fickle lover. The person playing Octavius was chilling in his cold indifferent response to the emotions around him. I was captivated by the story and the different characters. On a lighter note - my admiration to the soothsayer who was holding the snakes - you can get my vote for bravery anytime.
Just be advised that the first half is really long 1h45min. The night we were there it was freezing cold so take warm clothes. It helps to buy the programme as there is a lovely summary of the play which helps to understand what is going on on stage.
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