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?
I have worked with some
Fri, 27 Mar 2009, 12:41 pmWalter Plinge
I have worked with some directors who are brilliant - they know what they want, they're organised, they have a passion for what they're doing and have a concept of what they want to leave the audience to with, before they've even cast the show.... however, I personally know of three shows in the past year (in Perth) that the director has done bugger all directing (in one case, to the point where the cast had secret rehearsals without them) yet the show was considered a success obviously due entirely to the 'on-stage' talents.
This is why I believe it very unfair to award any kind of Directors Award - Tonys, Oscars or ITA.
And yes, I choose to remain anon...