Lady Windermere's Fan Club
Thu, 3 Aug 2000, 06:46 pmWalter Plinge4 posts in thread
Lady Windermere's Fan Club
Thu, 3 Aug 2000, 06:46 pmI prepared the packed lunch and water bottle and took the trek out to Marloo last night to see their production of Lady Windermere's Fan. (Actually, it only took 20 minutes up Tonkin, Roe and GE Hwy's, so don't be put off by the presumed distance - 'though I really think you should do something about those potholes in the driveway, guys...)
Once again, I'll freely admit that I knew nothing about the play. I'm certainly no expert on Oscar Wilde, apart from the knowledge that he turns a nice phrase or two. Apparently, this is the first of the four comedies that Wilde wrote (Paul?) and, if I do say so myself, is packed with devastatingly wicked lines. The audience was clearly enjoying the dialogue and appreciated both the absurdities of some of the situations, and the always-witty script.
Strangely bereft of any explosions, car chases or aliens with acid for blood, the play relies on its wordy script and overall the cast did a good job. It is always frightening to see the talent of some of the young actors around Perth and the apparent ease with which they outshine their more mature cast members. Troy, Jason, Katy and Paul will soon have to be rounded up and placed against a wall, ere they jeopardise us all. (If anyone ever does a stage version of "Austin Powers", though, Jason Kenna would make a great Scott Evil.)
To be honest, some of the older cast members could learn from the projection demonstrated by this young, energetic cast. Not only that, but there was a bit of a tendence to tread on the laughs - from all the cast - a problem exacerbated, I'm sure, by the two noisy buggers in the back of the audience. Sound cues, at times, were also a bit abrupt, and if the script says "sotto voce", it probably doesn't mean "completely shut up and wait for the other actor to finish". The airplane sound effects were very realistic, although I'm not sure to what intention Wilde included them. The cast should also be aware that backstage exclamations can and do carry to the auditorium (not that it wasn't very funny...)
I may be getting old and deaf, but there's certainly nothing wrong with my eyes. Therefore it was a pity to watch the very attractive Lady Windermere in an absolutely gorgeous frock, suffer the devastating plight of VPL. Matt LeBlanc and Jennifer Anistonopolous-Pitt taught us the solution to THAT problem, boys and girls! In fact, all the frocks were lovely - particularly Nerida's - and the set was very nice too.
A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than Mrs Bucket's production. (All statements contained herein are the personal, valueless opinions of the author and nothing more.)
JB
Once again, I'll freely admit that I knew nothing about the play. I'm certainly no expert on Oscar Wilde, apart from the knowledge that he turns a nice phrase or two. Apparently, this is the first of the four comedies that Wilde wrote (Paul?) and, if I do say so myself, is packed with devastatingly wicked lines. The audience was clearly enjoying the dialogue and appreciated both the absurdities of some of the situations, and the always-witty script.
Strangely bereft of any explosions, car chases or aliens with acid for blood, the play relies on its wordy script and overall the cast did a good job. It is always frightening to see the talent of some of the young actors around Perth and the apparent ease with which they outshine their more mature cast members. Troy, Jason, Katy and Paul will soon have to be rounded up and placed against a wall, ere they jeopardise us all. (If anyone ever does a stage version of "Austin Powers", though, Jason Kenna would make a great Scott Evil.)
To be honest, some of the older cast members could learn from the projection demonstrated by this young, energetic cast. Not only that, but there was a bit of a tendence to tread on the laughs - from all the cast - a problem exacerbated, I'm sure, by the two noisy buggers in the back of the audience. Sound cues, at times, were also a bit abrupt, and if the script says "sotto voce", it probably doesn't mean "completely shut up and wait for the other actor to finish". The airplane sound effects were very realistic, although I'm not sure to what intention Wilde included them. The cast should also be aware that backstage exclamations can and do carry to the auditorium (not that it wasn't very funny...)
I may be getting old and deaf, but there's certainly nothing wrong with my eyes. Therefore it was a pity to watch the very attractive Lady Windermere in an absolutely gorgeous frock, suffer the devastating plight of VPL. Matt LeBlanc and Jennifer Anistonopolous-Pitt taught us the solution to THAT problem, boys and girls! In fact, all the frocks were lovely - particularly Nerida's - and the set was very nice too.
A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than Mrs Bucket's production. (All statements contained herein are the personal, valueless opinions of the author and nothing more.)
JB
Walter PlingeThu, 3 Aug 2000, 06:46 pm
I prepared the packed lunch and water bottle and took the trek out to Marloo last night to see their production of Lady Windermere's Fan. (Actually, it only took 20 minutes up Tonkin, Roe and GE Hwy's, so don't be put off by the presumed distance - 'though I really think you should do something about those potholes in the driveway, guys...)
Once again, I'll freely admit that I knew nothing about the play. I'm certainly no expert on Oscar Wilde, apart from the knowledge that he turns a nice phrase or two. Apparently, this is the first of the four comedies that Wilde wrote (Paul?) and, if I do say so myself, is packed with devastatingly wicked lines. The audience was clearly enjoying the dialogue and appreciated both the absurdities of some of the situations, and the always-witty script.
Strangely bereft of any explosions, car chases or aliens with acid for blood, the play relies on its wordy script and overall the cast did a good job. It is always frightening to see the talent of some of the young actors around Perth and the apparent ease with which they outshine their more mature cast members. Troy, Jason, Katy and Paul will soon have to be rounded up and placed against a wall, ere they jeopardise us all. (If anyone ever does a stage version of "Austin Powers", though, Jason Kenna would make a great Scott Evil.)
To be honest, some of the older cast members could learn from the projection demonstrated by this young, energetic cast. Not only that, but there was a bit of a tendence to tread on the laughs - from all the cast - a problem exacerbated, I'm sure, by the two noisy buggers in the back of the audience. Sound cues, at times, were also a bit abrupt, and if the script says "sotto voce", it probably doesn't mean "completely shut up and wait for the other actor to finish". The airplane sound effects were very realistic, although I'm not sure to what intention Wilde included them. The cast should also be aware that backstage exclamations can and do carry to the auditorium (not that it wasn't very funny...)
I may be getting old and deaf, but there's certainly nothing wrong with my eyes. Therefore it was a pity to watch the very attractive Lady Windermere in an absolutely gorgeous frock, suffer the devastating plight of VPL. Matt LeBlanc and Jennifer Anistonopolous-Pitt taught us the solution to THAT problem, boys and girls! In fact, all the frocks were lovely - particularly Nerida's - and the set was very nice too.
A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than Mrs Bucket's production. (All statements contained herein are the personal, valueless opinions of the author and nothing more.)
JB
Once again, I'll freely admit that I knew nothing about the play. I'm certainly no expert on Oscar Wilde, apart from the knowledge that he turns a nice phrase or two. Apparently, this is the first of the four comedies that Wilde wrote (Paul?) and, if I do say so myself, is packed with devastatingly wicked lines. The audience was clearly enjoying the dialogue and appreciated both the absurdities of some of the situations, and the always-witty script.
Strangely bereft of any explosions, car chases or aliens with acid for blood, the play relies on its wordy script and overall the cast did a good job. It is always frightening to see the talent of some of the young actors around Perth and the apparent ease with which they outshine their more mature cast members. Troy, Jason, Katy and Paul will soon have to be rounded up and placed against a wall, ere they jeopardise us all. (If anyone ever does a stage version of "Austin Powers", though, Jason Kenna would make a great Scott Evil.)
To be honest, some of the older cast members could learn from the projection demonstrated by this young, energetic cast. Not only that, but there was a bit of a tendence to tread on the laughs - from all the cast - a problem exacerbated, I'm sure, by the two noisy buggers in the back of the audience. Sound cues, at times, were also a bit abrupt, and if the script says "sotto voce", it probably doesn't mean "completely shut up and wait for the other actor to finish". The airplane sound effects were very realistic, although I'm not sure to what intention Wilde included them. The cast should also be aware that backstage exclamations can and do carry to the auditorium (not that it wasn't very funny...)
I may be getting old and deaf, but there's certainly nothing wrong with my eyes. Therefore it was a pity to watch the very attractive Lady Windermere in an absolutely gorgeous frock, suffer the devastating plight of VPL. Matt LeBlanc and Jennifer Anistonopolous-Pitt taught us the solution to THAT problem, boys and girls! In fact, all the frocks were lovely - particularly Nerida's - and the set was very nice too.
A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than Mrs Bucket's production. (All statements contained herein are the personal, valueless opinions of the author and nothing more.)
JB
Grant MalcolmThu, 3 Aug 2000, 09:31 pm
Earnest Wilde Fans
Jarrod Buttery wrote:
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> A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than
> Mrs Bucket's production.
Undoubtedly, but speaking of which... would anyone care to contribute an opinion on said spectacle? I won't be getting along until late next week when it's almost over.
I'm sure it's entirely worth the praiseworthy review that lauded it in the West recently. But somehow i feel a little more skeptical than usual about their editorial integrity when i see soooo much advertorial oops editorial appearing before it has even started it's run.
Does anyone know if Banks or the West have shares in the production company?
Argle! My cynic's slip is showing again! It must be all Norma's fault!
Cheers
Grant
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> A very funny play, and probably a lot cheaper than
> Mrs Bucket's production.
Undoubtedly, but speaking of which... would anyone care to contribute an opinion on said spectacle? I won't be getting along until late next week when it's almost over.
I'm sure it's entirely worth the praiseworthy review that lauded it in the West recently. But somehow i feel a little more skeptical than usual about their editorial integrity when i see soooo much advertorial oops editorial appearing before it has even started it's run.
Does anyone know if Banks or the West have shares in the production company?
Argle! My cynic's slip is showing again! It must be all Norma's fault!
Cheers
Grant
angeFri, 4 Aug 2000, 05:14 pm
RE: Lady Windermere's Fan Club
I was also fortunate enough to see this production also (directed by Paul Treasure, and assitant directed by Peter Carr).
Firstly, I'll be the first to admit that I'm far from an Oscar Wilde fan. I'll admit that the man has done some wonders in his time, but he's style is not entirely one that appeals to me. However, I thoroughly enjoyed this show.
The cast carried it off with such energy and enthusiasm, that I forget the fact that I find Wilde tedius! As Jarrod said, the youth of the cast were extremely uplifting and delightful at their hefty parts. Congratulations Paul, on a wonderful Lord Windemere. I'm a self confessed inward laugher and you succeeded in making me laugh very loudly, and having to cover my mouth in order to make myself stop. Troy played a very convincing Lord Darlington, with a lovely ability to be extremely natural on stage. Katy was an innocent yet powerful Lady Windemere, and Nerida had her character so perfect that the friend I went with and myself found ourselves muttering, 'kill the bitch!', and praying Katy would attack her with her fan when she first came onstage!! Sorry to those I haven't mentioned, but this is only meant to be brief...
Costumes were beautiful. My congratulations to whoever designed them, as well as the set (with an effectively extravagant use of purple!!), which was designed wonderfully for the scene changes, without the need to change the main flats. The three quarter room worked well, and made a great difference from the normal box-set style room.
Congrats to all involved. Those who can see it, do get along! It's a great show which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, take a blanket!! Dear God, I thought that Hackett Hall was cold...
Angela. xxoo
Firstly, I'll be the first to admit that I'm far from an Oscar Wilde fan. I'll admit that the man has done some wonders in his time, but he's style is not entirely one that appeals to me. However, I thoroughly enjoyed this show.
The cast carried it off with such energy and enthusiasm, that I forget the fact that I find Wilde tedius! As Jarrod said, the youth of the cast were extremely uplifting and delightful at their hefty parts. Congratulations Paul, on a wonderful Lord Windemere. I'm a self confessed inward laugher and you succeeded in making me laugh very loudly, and having to cover my mouth in order to make myself stop. Troy played a very convincing Lord Darlington, with a lovely ability to be extremely natural on stage. Katy was an innocent yet powerful Lady Windemere, and Nerida had her character so perfect that the friend I went with and myself found ourselves muttering, 'kill the bitch!', and praying Katy would attack her with her fan when she first came onstage!! Sorry to those I haven't mentioned, but this is only meant to be brief...
Costumes were beautiful. My congratulations to whoever designed them, as well as the set (with an effectively extravagant use of purple!!), which was designed wonderfully for the scene changes, without the need to change the main flats. The three quarter room worked well, and made a great difference from the normal box-set style room.
Congrats to all involved. Those who can see it, do get along! It's a great show which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, take a blanket!! Dear God, I thought that Hackett Hall was cold...
Angela. xxoo
BabarTue, 15 Aug 2000, 09:24 am
RE: Lady Windermere's Fan Club
I would just like to say that as a last minute addition to the cast of "Lady Windemere's Fan", thankyou Paul for considering me. It was a truly enjoyable experience to work with the script and the people.
Also, thankyou to all those luverly people who wrote and said such nice things about us!
Also, thankyou to all those luverly people who wrote and said such nice things about us!