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| Crewkerne - Wadham Community School |
| Wednesday 17 November 2010 at 6:00pm |
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What if the great and tragic story of King Lear were to be told by the King's closest companion - his own Fool? This is Nearly Lear. Seen through the eyes of Lear's devoted clown, Norris (who in good Shakespearian tradition, is actually Noreen disguised as a boy), this unusual retelling is mischievous, tragic, tender and achingly funny.
An emotional roller-coaster ride that will entrance both lovers of Shakespeare as well as newcomers to the Bard, Nearly Lear uses exuberant storytelling, music and film, as well as Shakespeare's rich poetic text to take its audience firmly into the heart of this great story.
From Canada, Susanna Hamnett uses her clowning skills and wealth of Shakespearian knowledge to create a show that is profoundly accessible, unexpected and fun while serving the great spirit of the play.
"...a bravura show." NOW Magazine, Toronto |
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