A Life in the Theatre
From: Tuesday, 13th March 2012
To: Sunday, 18 March 2012
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Synopsis
The fortunes of two actors sharing a journey on and of stage. Robert, an older actor, acts as a mentor and guide for John, but as the play moves on we see that his theatre is in decline and it is John's new ideas that will survive.
Our Review:
15 March 2012
Have you ever wondered what goes on backstage before and after a theatrical performance? A Life In The Theatre is a rare and unrelenting glimpse into the world of actors. A world which inhabits fluffed lines, missed cues, and disastrous wardrobe malfunctions. Liverpool’s very own Andrew Schofield and Stephen Fletcher, take us on a journey of self-reflection, in this stunning adaptation of David Mamet’s classic.
Schofield stars as Robert, a veteran of the stage who has a seemingly exhaustive array of wisdom to force upon his younger co-star. His performance is self-aggrandising, eccentric, and utterly perfect. Whilst Fletcher’s John is more subtle, expressing great depth with just a flick of his gaze. The two actors work extremely well together, drawing out one another’s strengths and pulling the audience back in with them. This partnership is evident right down to the pair’s decision to self-direct. A risky choice that pays off tremendous...
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Howard - 18 March 2012:
Schofield is brilliant. Very poignant but very funny....
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