Conversations apres un Enterrement
Thu, 14 Aug 2003, 01:24 pmCat2 posts in thread
Conversations apres un Enterrement
Thu, 14 Aug 2003, 01:24 pmI saw the opening night of Conversations... last night and was very impressed.
Seeing yasmina reza's work performed in its original language gives an extra quality, which can also be enjoyed by non francophones thanks to the sur- titles that are non obtrusive, but very very helpful!
Although the performers are evidently not actors, their performances are to be admired- timing and pace was excellent, and there was a great feeling between the characters. The play has been directed as a very well rounded piece of theatre- moving music, fab sets and sound that really compliments the text.
I loved the make up and costume work- no talcum powder to 'grey up' the young actors- from where i was sitting, they took on middle age exceptionally well, physically and vocally. i never stopped believing they were grumpy old men (something reza seems to like writing about) .
The whole cast worked well together producing some hillarious moments, but the i think the real stars are directors Nick Kay and Sally Haak , who have taken an inexperienced cast of predominantly non-native french speakers and produced a very enjoyable production and have obviously put a lot of work into it, which has paid off.
Whether you have an interest in french language, or just enjoy seeing student theatre at its best, this is a great night out. Thouroughly recomended.
Seeing yasmina reza's work performed in its original language gives an extra quality, which can also be enjoyed by non francophones thanks to the sur- titles that are non obtrusive, but very very helpful!
Although the performers are evidently not actors, their performances are to be admired- timing and pace was excellent, and there was a great feeling between the characters. The play has been directed as a very well rounded piece of theatre- moving music, fab sets and sound that really compliments the text.
I loved the make up and costume work- no talcum powder to 'grey up' the young actors- from where i was sitting, they took on middle age exceptionally well, physically and vocally. i never stopped believing they were grumpy old men (something reza seems to like writing about) .
The whole cast worked well together producing some hillarious moments, but the i think the real stars are directors Nick Kay and Sally Haak , who have taken an inexperienced cast of predominantly non-native french speakers and produced a very enjoyable production and have obviously put a lot of work into it, which has paid off.
Whether you have an interest in french language, or just enjoy seeing student theatre at its best, this is a great night out. Thouroughly recomended.