Shakespeare in the Present
For the first time ever on DVD, experience the acclaimed work of Master Teacher Patsy Rodenburg! Filmed on the stages of Michael Howard Studios in New York and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, this comprehensive series brings you Patsy's unique approach to voice and acting through the work of history's greatest playwright. Throughout this 8-disc collection, explore Patsy's highly sough-after techniques and exercises in Movement, Speech, Body, Vocal Warmup, Owning, Scaffolding, Givens & "Second Circle". In addition, Patsy works one-on-one with actors performing speeches from Hamlet, Romeo & Juliet, Macbeth, King Lear, and many more. Watch Patsy's techniques come to life through renowned actors Joseph Fiennes (Shakespeare in Love, Elizabeth), Lynn Cohen (Munich, Sex and the City), Jay O. Sanders (Revolutionary Road, Green Lantern), and others.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the creation and performance of 'The Present Tense,' a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet. It delves into the actors' and director's process of interpreting the classic text for a contemporary audience, showcasing rehearsals, backstage discussions, and the eventual live performance. The film highlights the challenges and triumphs of staging such an iconic play in a new context.
Critical Reception
As a documentary focused on a specific theatrical production rather than a widely released film, 'Shakespeare in the Present' received limited mainstream critical review. Information regarding its reception by broader audiences and critics is scarce.
What Reviewers Say
- Focuses on the intimate process of theatrical production.
- Offers a behind-the-scenes look at adapting Shakespeare.
- Appeals to theater enthusiasts and those interested in Shakespearean interpretation.
Google audience: Due to the niche nature of this documentary, specific audience reviews on Google are not readily available. General audience sentiment would likely be tied to their interest in theatrical documentaries and Shakespearean adaptations.
Fun Fact
The play 'The Present Tense' that the documentary follows was specifically developed for this film project, exploring the universal themes of Hamlet through a modern lens.
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