Storyboards
Thu, 27 June 2002, 10:48 pmSusan Lynch2 posts in thread
Storyboards
Thu, 27 June 2002, 10:48 pmWhere: The Blue Room
When: 25th June to 6th July
Three Short Plays by Australian Writers
Clay Pigeons by Melissa Cantwell, directed by John Aitken
The Assurance By Steven Snell, directed by Andy King
Converging Lines by John Aitken, directed by John Aitken
I went to the preview night on Tuesday and was impressed at the quality of the stories presented. These are described as plays from the darker side and while there was certainly a dark theme running through all three plays the overall presentation was anything but.
There was enough black humour and genuine story interest in these to keep the aydience listening and waiting for the inevitable twist in the tales! The acting was professional and the cross-pollination of actors, direction and writing gave the night a pleasant ensemble feel.
If you want to see what local writers are producing this is a good place to start!
When: 25th June to 6th July
Three Short Plays by Australian Writers
Clay Pigeons by Melissa Cantwell, directed by John Aitken
The Assurance By Steven Snell, directed by Andy King
Converging Lines by John Aitken, directed by John Aitken
I went to the preview night on Tuesday and was impressed at the quality of the stories presented. These are described as plays from the darker side and while there was certainly a dark theme running through all three plays the overall presentation was anything but.
There was enough black humour and genuine story interest in these to keep the aydience listening and waiting for the inevitable twist in the tales! The acting was professional and the cross-pollination of actors, direction and writing gave the night a pleasant ensemble feel.
If you want to see what local writers are producing this is a good place to start!
Re: Storyboards
Fri, 28 June 2002, 02:16 pmI'm in complete agreement. I saw this production last night and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Oh yeah, we have to say if weÂ’re biased! Well, I have worked with Melissa Cantwell before, and I have met John Aitken, but none of the other participants. They were good. Very good.
The relationships in each play showed strong evidence of the ‘rubber ball’ effect where the actors bounced off each other’s reactions. The stories developed well as each play showed the intricacies of human relationships in a very different way.
My favourite was The Assurance which held me for every second. Sitting in the front row, I even felt frightened when the lights went to black at the end; I really believed there was the likelihood of violence. Yes, I must admit, I like dark humour and the grotesque, both of which are very evident in this play. Definitely not one for the kiddies. My compliments to the Director, Andy King, on a powerful interpretation.
Having said that, I also enjoyed the other two plays. Well done to all.
These plays are well suited for the intimacy of the Blue Room Theatre where the audience willingly sacrifices lavish sets for high quality acting. I believe this is another example of very fine local talent.
Tina
Oh yeah, we have to say if weÂ’re biased! Well, I have worked with Melissa Cantwell before, and I have met John Aitken, but none of the other participants. They were good. Very good.
The relationships in each play showed strong evidence of the ‘rubber ball’ effect where the actors bounced off each other’s reactions. The stories developed well as each play showed the intricacies of human relationships in a very different way.
My favourite was The Assurance which held me for every second. Sitting in the front row, I even felt frightened when the lights went to black at the end; I really believed there was the likelihood of violence. Yes, I must admit, I like dark humour and the grotesque, both of which are very evident in this play. Definitely not one for the kiddies. My compliments to the Director, Andy King, on a powerful interpretation.
Having said that, I also enjoyed the other two plays. Well done to all.
These plays are well suited for the intimacy of the Blue Room Theatre where the audience willingly sacrifices lavish sets for high quality acting. I believe this is another example of very fine local talent.
Tina