Amusing sequel to Hamlet. My main concern is how familiar the average theater going audience is with the Hamlet plot and how well they will understand the in jokes. I think "R&G are Dead" is a better Hamlet related comedy. I am luke warm about doing this script, unless it were done paired with a production of "Hamlet".
I read this script over the summer and fell in love with it. I think it is hilarious and well written. I believe it sets up the plot of Hamlet effectively and efficiently and that one need never have read or seen Hamlet before to enjoy this show. The plays is about much more than Hamlet. A big yes from me.
I think it's funny and well written. I don't think one has to have read Hamlet to enjoy this. It is a large male cast, but that's to be expected in this style of play. I say yes.
I agree with Harold, this seemed to run out of material after about the first 10 pages. Moderately amusing, but by the time Act II rolled around, I really just wanted it to be over. I give it a “whatever.”
I actually really liked this one! Shame there aren't more women, but. Clever, fast paced,and you really don't need to know Hamlet that well to follow. Some scenic needs are a challenge, but well-worth it. A yes from me!
Quite amusing, well written. Don't need to know Hamlet as the characters give us the needed background. Yes could be a full plate to see Hamlet then Fortinbras all in one night :)
"The play's the thing" and this one is a charmer. I found it clever, witty, funny, amusing and highly enjoyable. I agree with the others that you don't really need to know Hamlet in order to appreciate it, since the back story is very cleverly provided as needed. As Linda said, though, it is a shame there aren't better women's roles, but if the rest of the season provides them, it balances out. It is "yes" for me.
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Amusing sequel to Hamlet. My main concern is how familiar the average theater going audience is with the Hamlet plot and how well they will understand the in jokes. I think "R&G are Dead" is a better Hamlet related comedy. I am luke warm about doing this script, unless it were done paired with a production of "Hamlet".
I read this script over the summer and fell in love with it. I think it is hilarious and well written. I believe it sets up the plot of Hamlet effectively and efficiently and that one need never have read or seen Hamlet before to enjoy this show. The plays is about much more than Hamlet. A big yes from me.
I think it's funny and well written. I don't think one has to have read Hamlet to enjoy this. It is a large male cast, but that's to be expected in this style of play. I say yes.
I give it a tepid yes. With good actors and fast pacing, it will be funny.
I agree with Harold, this seemed to run out of material after about the first 10 pages. Moderately amusing, but by the time Act II rolled around, I really just wanted it to be over. I give it a “whatever.”
Stu
I actually really liked this one! Shame there aren't more women, but. Clever, fast paced,and you really don't need to know Hamlet that well to follow. Some scenic needs are a challenge, but well-worth it. A yes from me!
Quite amusing, well written. Don't need to know Hamlet as the characters give us the needed background. Yes could be a full plate to see Hamlet then Fortinbras all in one night :)
My vote is Yes.
My question is - this and a Shakespeare in the same season?
"The play's the thing" and this one is a charmer. I found it clever, witty, funny, amusing and highly enjoyable. I agree with the others that you don't really need to know Hamlet in order to appreciate it, since the back story is very cleverly provided as needed. As Linda said, though, it is a shame there aren't better women's roles, but if the rest of the season provides them, it balances out. It is "yes" for me.
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