Lots happening, as one would hope from a double lesson.
Alice in W - have asked for a xylophone (?) and the idea of an eclectic theatre style seems a strong one. Idea for set: a full height, semi circular wall of plastic strips right across the upstage area, to be projected on from 3 separate projectors, creating either a panorama or a panoply of images that can be "walked through".
Having looked at Kneehigh's videos, (requires loggingon to their membership site) the connection with a "circus" style of performance seems quite strong. Perhaps the wall idea could become more of a centre ring, just as in a circus.... one side of the ring full height, the down stage part diminishing to become a line on the stage, to allow the audience to see into the "ring". OR we find an alternative venue to allow us to perform in the round with the actors in a kind of pit... not likely, I'm afraid.
St Trinians are up for the John Godber influenced construction of the piece, perhaps with a hint of "Yard Gals". Certainly an idea for a more edgy opening.
The Lake House - it "feels right" to think of the narrative as being constructed from two separate monologues - one from each time zone. The other possible angle would be to tell it through the letters they send each other. I also have half an idea that they need to think of ways to make the sending of the letters fun / magical.
A fifth project has been generated to accomodate an additional group. This project looks like it will be inspired by A Woman in Black. What better inspiration for a pair / trio of actors? Except they absolutely MUST have a designer or a gifted technician working with them on the technical aspects.
I seem to recall thinking, after the AS exams, that ALL groups should opt to have a director in their midst. One that does not need to be on stage at all. All the projects would benefit from this, but sadly it seems the casts would be left too depleted.
Drove home with a xylophone in the car, ready for tomorrow.
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Everyday I have hundreds of conversations with staff and students. I would like to think that each and every one of them is super-important. Some of them certainly are. The purpose of this blog is to record some of the verbal decisions and ideas that would otherwise be lost.
Please read regularly and try to keep up. Especially read the notes on other groups' projects because they will shed light on your own processes. I obviously welcome comments and would encourage you to both read and post comments.
Cheers!
Please read regularly and try to keep up. Especially read the notes on other groups' projects because they will shed light on your own processes. I obviously welcome comments and would encourage you to both read and post comments.
Cheers!
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