how do you evaluate a director's work?
Thu, 26 Mar 2009, 05:59 pmLisa Skryp49 posts in thread
how do you evaluate a director's work?
Thu, 26 Mar 2009, 05:59 pmI have been reflecting on my reactions to theatre that I see.
As an actor who has yet to tackle directing, I realise I generally look at things from that point of view. My observations re: lighting/set design/sound are generally minimal - unless it is particularly amazing or dreadful. Sad I know, but true.
As to the direction of a show, it is a similar thing for me; unless someone makes some very different thematic/interpretive/stylistic departure from the expected, I don't tend to notice & the lucky actors get all the credit for a great show.
To me it would seem that if a director has done a good job, no one will really notice, as the show will flow smoothly, tell the tale effectively & captivate as it should.
Just wondering - how do you evaluate a director's work? What are your thoughts on this, folks?
Directors
Fri, 27 Mar 2009, 01:13 amWalter Plinge
What does a director do, well they choose the script, cast the actors, interpret the script, block the play, set the plays rhythm, plot the plays' shape, plot the plays highs, lows and plateaus, influence the set design, influence the lighting design, influence the sound design, influence the poster and programme design, bring out the confidence in the cast and crew, accept the limitations of cast, crew and themselves, accept any criticism and let the actors bask in the glory when it all goes right, apart from that, not a lot really.