Northwest Classical Theatre Company
As You Like it
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Titus Andronicus
Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Bohemia
The Importance of Being Earnest
Timon of Athens/The Comedy of Errors
5th Annual Birthday Bash
Much Ado About Nothing
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I liked, for the most part, Henry V. The season next year is very ambitious. It's very important, on a stage as small as the one they use, to cast well. Even when one actor is not in tune with the others or does not have the necessary skill to speak and understand the language, it sticks out like a sore thumb. I think they have their work cut out for them and I wish them luck and look forward to seeing the work. Also, I think it most difficult, in a company situation, to cast, when some of the worst offenders are members in the founding company. They must begin to be more judicious and those decissions are hard ones.
I hate to agree, but it's true. Henry V was great, but it represented an exception to the rule. A big part of that was Leif Norby, and not the company itself. I'm actually not too hopeful for Macbeth.
Ooof. There is nothing like the support of local theatre enthusiasts with comments like "I'm actually not too hopeful for Macbeth." Jeez. Couldn't we hold the pessimism off until it's open at least?
I agree that this company has a history of lazy casting choices, and that Henry V was a stand out production for them. In my humble opinion, this shows company growth, not an arbitrary success. Henry V was very much an ensemble effort, one that reflected hard work from all aspects of the company, not just one man. And of course, Leif brought dignity, honesty, and grace to the challenging lead. But the show also reflected successful direction and artistic choices, and the rest of the company raised the bar to support the production. I very much enjoyed this show.
Is it possible, just possible, that the company is growing and starting to hold their productions to higher standards? In a town that needs a solid classical company, I recommend we support their "ambitious" season, instead of writing off their current success as the work of one very talented artist. I personally, am completely excited they are doing Titus, and look forward to watching the blood bath! Keep growing Northwest Classical.
Actaully the actor they have for Macbeth is one of the finest new actors in town...I've seen him every where recently....Only it has taken me awhile to figure out who he is because everything he does is so different...I wasn't recognizing him just was always taken by the performance-- I for one look forward to see how he channels the Thane.
whoops -- i accidentally deleted the comment "Who's Macbeth" before I realized it wasn't someone making a joke, but rather asking who is cast in the title role ....
Sorry about that -- anyone from Northwest Classical care to share?
Um, I don't claim to represent Northwest Classical, but Paul Angelo is playing Macbeth.
If you'd like a preview, you can catch him as Septimus in Lakewood's "Arcadia" for a couple more weeks...a fine production (imho) that I think you, Sir/Madam Followspot are right in seeing soon.
Paul Angelo is playing Macbeth
Amazing. I will definatly be seeing that. Thank you for answering my question.
For the curious:
Macbet - Paul Angelo
Lady Macbeth - Allison Anderson
Banquo - Tom Walton
Duncan - Dan Shaw
Malcolm - Matt Miller
MacDuff - Brian Allard
Seyton - Kendall Wells
Witch 1 - Arlene East
Witch 2 - Racheal Russell
Witch 3 - Brandee Haynes
Lady Macduff - Joanna Burgess
Porter - Butch Flowers
Donalbain - Cameron Coupe
Fleance - Alex Thede
Oh. And Dan Ruiz as Rosse.
Just confirmed
Macbeth is a sexy, twisted, action filled production. Go see it! It's even bloody!
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