When Florence Met Isadora
From: Thursday, 3rd February 2005
To: Sunday, 27 February 2005
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Synopsis
1917, New York. America has declared war on Germany and patriotism is the order of the day. Wealthy socialite and diva manqué Florence Foster Jenkins prepares one of her fashionable soiree musicals at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel as her contribution to the war effort. Her guest of honour is the famous but unpredictable dancer Isadora Duncan. Will Isadora change her mind and dance? Will Florence be allowed to sing Queen of the Night? And exactly who is in the Ladies powder room?
Our Review:
4 February 2005
The Rosemary Branch Theatre has a mission: the creation of diverse theatre. This, combined with a remote, pub-based location in the depths of Islington, makes it an unlikely destination for the average theatregoer. Enter the surreal When Florence met Isadora.
The piece, penned by Judith Paris, is inspired by the lives of two real 1920s icons, both renowned for their distinctive approach to performing. Florence Foster Jenkins found fame late in life as the eccentric diva-cum-comedienne for her wealthy, influential peers. Isadora Duncan, perhaps better known, revolutionised modern dance through a lifetime of dedication, fuelled by personal loss.
Comparing these formidable women, who never actually met, makes for a curious dramatic premise. Keen to keep things light and amusing, the play sweeps over contemporary matters of American isolationism and anti-war sentiments, focusing primarily on character-based entertainment. Given that this is Paris’...
Creative
Judith Paris (Author)
Rosemary Branch Theatre (Producer)
Matt Ryan (Director)
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