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Post by BurlyBeaR on May 4, 2020 6:23:38 GMT
The dog doesn’t look too sure!
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Post by Someone in a tree on May 4, 2020 6:48:23 GMT
He does struggle with sondheim....
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Post by originalconceptlive on May 4, 2020 7:28:37 GMT
I watched the version of 'Frankenstein' with Cumberbatch as the Creature. It's wonderful to get to see this for free, although I do have mixed feelings about the play. Overall I thought it was... Interesting? Satisfying?... but I didn't absolutely love it.
The play's early scenes accord with sections of the novel, but I did wonder if they was an accessible way in for audience members who hadn't read the novel. Maybe the idea was to make the opening scenes as disorienting for the audience as the early stages of existence are for the Creature?
In the novel, as I recall, Frankenstein truly does love Elizabeth. While making Frankenstein emotionally cold instead, enables an interesting contrast between him and the Creature - he's given every opportunity for love and scorns it, while the Creature longs for love and can't get it - it did diminish the pathos of a particular scene (you know the one). And I did wonder why this intelligent, warm women was waiting around for such a cold fish.
I liked Cumberbatch as the Creature; Miller as Frankenstein was all right. Not sure if it was Miller's performance, how he was directed and/or how the part was written, but Frankenstein didn't seem to have as large a range of emotions to play as I would have liked. But then, I can just imagine somebody countering with "But that's the whole point of the character in this version."
Did not love George Harris (I think it was?) as Frankenstein Snr. Granted, all that his character is given to do is pop up once in a while to say "Oh no, <<Family Member>> is dead." But he seemed remarkably emotionless about it each time.
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2020 7:29:43 GMT
The dog doesn’t look too sure! Well Errico does have a reputation for being a tad "off" at times, so being guarded probably is best. |
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Post by Forrest on May 4, 2020 17:16:58 GMT
It's just a one camera job and the sound be better but the dog and I really enjoyed it I have nothing to say Re: Sondheim (I'm not a musicals person!), but I believe I speak for many on here (let's take that as a given, shall we?!) when I say that in these difficult, dark, unpredictable times, while struggling with the heartbreak of theatre being only a virtual presence, this board needs - and deserves - more photos of your gorgeous furry friend! <3 |
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Post by HereForTheatre on May 4, 2020 17:24:34 GMT
What The Butler Saw - Curve TheatreA simple one camera recording but the play was a joy, Orton has a way with the ridiculous phrase which is pure genius and haven’t laughed so much in ages. The only previous knowledge of Orton was Loot at the Park Theatre a few years ago which was equally ridiculous. At its core institutions are primarily farcical therefore using farce to subvert institutions is inspired, a writer who I’d dismissed as the expectation and reality of his work in my mind were completely at odds. After another weekend of confinement this was just the pick me up I needed. I loved it. Infact i found myself watching it for the 2nd time the other day. I had zero interest in this when it was actually on at my local, Curve, plays weren't my thing and it wasn't a play that looked like the ones i would give a chance on, but given it was now streamed free and i had nothing better to do, plus the fact it was a way to support my local, i decided to tune in and ended up being so surprised at how much i enjoyed it. I've found that to be the case a lot with these various show streams actually. It was such a pick me up, as you say, so funny and i especially enjoyed Jasper Britton. I'm rather kicking myself now for not seeing it live in person, it would have been so easy, but i can't have known and i rarely take chances when i have to buy the ticket! |
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Post by NeilVHughes on May 4, 2020 17:37:16 GMT
Two Noble Kinsmen - Globe Theatre
This evening I will be watching the magnificent Francesca Mills own the Globe stage.
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Post by andromedadench on May 4, 2020 17:55:05 GMT
Just finished Frankenstein. Great production and I loved the staging and lighting. The rest however... The first 30 minutes was like torture as was the last 30 minutes. I did think the middle hour was great though. I didn't like B.C as the monster AT ALL. So over the top, I just couldn't get on board. He never felt like a real character, just a performance. Miller was good as the doctor I thought. Some VERY ordinary performances elsewhere though. The direction was off quite a bit too. Apparently you can't achieve any sort of drama without people standing screaming at each other at the top of their lungs. I'm sure it was different live, but it felt very meh in this format. Losing the big 'moment' of the show probably doesn't help. Am gonna watch Miller's turn as the monster tomorrow, but even just flicking through it he looks MUCH better than B.C. This is, more or else, how I felt about it. I watched the first version and found some parts agonisingly dull or too obvious or gratuitously loud, but it was overall entertaining enough and the two principal actors evidently put in a lot of effort into the roles, but I can't say I've found it particularly memorable other than visually. I tried to watch the other version, but was just bored to death and ended up just skipping to some scenes to compare the performances. I don't know, it's not that i think it's bad, it's just that I had way too high expectations for some reason. |
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Post by intoanewlife on May 4, 2020 18:19:11 GMT
Just finished Frankenstein. Great production and I loved the staging and lighting. The rest however... The first 30 minutes was like torture as was the last 30 minutes. I did think the middle hour was great though. I didn't like B.C as the monster AT ALL. So over the top, I just couldn't get on board. He never felt like a real character, just a performance. Miller was good as the doctor I thought. Some VERY ordinary performances elsewhere though. The direction was off quite a bit too. Apparently you can't achieve any sort of drama without people standing screaming at each other at the top of their lungs. I'm sure it was different live, but it felt very meh in this format. Losing the big 'moment' of the show probably doesn't help. Am gonna watch Miller's turn as the monster tomorrow, but even just flicking through it he looks MUCH better than B.C. This is, more or else, how I felt about it. I watched the first version and found some parts agonisingly dull or too obvious or gratuitously loud, but it was overall entertaining enough and the two principal actors evidently put in a lot of effort into the roles, but I can't say I've found it particularly memorable other than visually. I tried to watch the other version, but was just bored to death and ended up just skipping to some scenes to compare the performances. I don't know, it's not that i think it's bad, it's just that I had way too high expectations for some reason. Yes I ended up doing the same. I thought they were BOTH better in their roles though than the other combo. I think they took the direction of the lead role too far. There was nothing human to him at all in B.C's performance and everything was so overplayed. He looked like he'd watched far too many Midnight Oil videos... |
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Post by Someone in a tree on May 4, 2020 19:46:54 GMT
What The Butler Saw - Curve TheatreA simple one camera recording but the play was a joy, Orton has a way with the ridiculous phrase which is pure genius and haven’t laughed so much in ages. The only previous knowledge of Orton was Loot at the Park Theatre a few years ago which was equally ridiculous. At its core institutions are primarily farcical therefore using farce to subvert institutions is inspired, a writer who I’d dismissed as the expectation and reality of his work in my mind were completely at odds. After another weekend of confinement this was just the pick me up I needed. I loved it. Infact i found myself watching it for the 2nd time the other day. I had zero interest in this when it was actually on at my local, Curve, plays weren't my thing and it wasn't a play that looked like the ones i would give a chance on, but given it was now streamed free and i had nothing better to do, plus the fact it was a way to support my local, i decided to tune in and ended up being so surprised at how much i enjoyed it. I've found that to be the case a lot with these various show streams actually. It was such a pick me up, as you say, so funny and i especially enjoyed Jasper Britton. I'm rather kicking myself now for not seeing it live in person, it would have been so easy, but i can't have known and i rarely take chances when i have to buy the ticket! For anyone who is interested the bbc version with Prunella Scales and Timothy West is worth a watch |
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Post by Someone in a tree on May 4, 2020 19:52:43 GMT
Forrest I'm afraid the dog isn't mine he belongs to a friend but here are some pics of Alfie anyway  
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Post by Forrest on May 4, 2020 20:45:12 GMT
Alfie looks like such a wise gentleman, he is totally adorable! :) (Also, those paws! <3 )
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Post by MrBraithwaite on May 5, 2020 7:16:51 GMT
I watched the version of 'Frankenstein' with Cumberbatch as the Creature. It's wonderful to get to see this for free, although I do have mixed feelings about the play. Overall I thought it was... Interesting? Satisfying?... but I didn't absolutely love it. I just remember this being hyped a lot, but didn't see it at the time. Nicholas Hytner writes in his biography, that this is one of the shows where he had a lot of notes, but the creative team (meaning Boyle) didn't change a thing in previews, other than War Horse for example, which changed a lot for the better. Boyle obviously wanted to create his vision, less interested in having a better, commercial show. |
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Post by TallPaul on May 5, 2020 9:02:45 GMT
Alfie looks like such a wise gentleman, he is totally adorable!  (Also, those paws!  ) As adorable as Alfie is, it's the sideboard behind him that I'm in love with! 🙂 |
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Post by Someone in a tree on May 5, 2020 9:56:49 GMT
Alfie looks like such a wise gentleman, he is totally adorable! (Also, those paws! ) As adorable as Alfie is, it's the sideboard behind him that I'm in love with! 🙂 Why thank you. It was made just down the road from me at - www.untothislast.co.uk/... Although Alfie is cuter #justsaying |
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Post by TallPaul on May 5, 2020 11:21:28 GMT
Many thanks, Someone in a tree. Sadly, perhaps a little too far for me, especially as I'd have to arrange my own delivery/collection, but truly beautiful products priced VERY competitively. You've certainly given me food for thought, if I can overcome the logistics. Can you take furniture on LNER? |
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Post by intoanewlife on May 5, 2020 13:45:22 GMT
I watched the version of 'Frankenstein' with Cumberbatch as the Creature. It's wonderful to get to see this for free, although I do have mixed feelings about the play. Overall I thought it was... Interesting? Satisfying?... but I didn't absolutely love it. I just remember this being hyped a lot, but didn't see it at the time. Nicholas Hytner writes in his biography, that this is one of the shows where he had a lot of notes, but the creative team (meaning Boyle) didn't change a thing in previews, other than War Horse for example, which changed a lot for the better. Boyle obviously wanted to create his vision, less interested in having a better, commercial show. Well that explains everything, I didn't realise he was involved. |
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Post by anthony40 on May 5, 2020 14:47:41 GMT
Full production of Disney's Aladdin: Live from the West End is expected to be released! filmedonstage.com/news/147-full-production-of-disney's-aladdin:-live-from-the-west-end-will-stream-online?fbclid=IwAR2LE7L-kVM_Lpil6q_jLt3G7pJkBMrKSM6ly5JzaqXVfYqIsuDmAmhMX0k |
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Post by Someone in a tree on May 5, 2020 16:09:26 GMT
Many thanks, Someone in a tree. Sadly, perhaps a little too far for me, especially as I'd have to arrange my own delivery/collection, but truly beautiful products priced VERY competitively. You've certainly given me food for thought, if I can overcome the logistics. Can you take furniture on LNER? My pleasure. I once brought a side table down to London from Yorkshire. Two sprinters and a hi speed was a doddle. Next I should plan to take a wardrobe on the eurostar! |
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Post by theatremadness on May 5, 2020 17:28:43 GMT
Pieces of String to be streamed for free. Looking forward to this one!!
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Post by david on May 5, 2020 17:48:43 GMT
Someone in a tree, any chance Alfie would be willing to do a live stream to keep us entertained? He is absolutely adorable.
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Post by crowblack on May 5, 2020 19:10:32 GMT
Complicite's The Encounter online from 15 May for a few days.
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Post by Polly1 on May 5, 2020 21:10:09 GMT
Pieces of String to be streamed for free. Looking forward to this one!! Just to say that this is only available on Friday from 10am to midnight (something to do if you're desperately trying to avoid a socially distant street party, which I will be 😱). It has lovely music and great performances but there is a plot - not hole, exactly, but incongruity- that renders it unbelievable. Worth a watch though. |
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Post by frappuccino on May 6, 2020 14:25:02 GMT
I really want to watch ralph finnes and sophie okonedo in antony and cleopatra
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Post by Deleted on May 6, 2020 15:09:26 GMT
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(Also, those paws! 
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