Macbeth – Tomorrow, and Tomorrow

Mar 28, 2009 | Shakespeare - Theatre

There are perhaps three uber-famous speeches in Macbeth, but the one that is most often quoted is the “Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow” speech. It’s often taken as an existential lament, recited by actors and professors with a deep sorrowful...

Origin of the Capulet-Montague Feud

Mar 28, 2009 | Shakespeare - Theatre

Since the publication of THE MASTER OF VERONA, this site has been reached every single day by someone Googling the terms “Capulet-Montague Feud.” I want the piece to be easy to find, so I’m reposting it here. Enjoy!    Early in 1999 I was directing...

News Flash – Stage Combat Isn’t “S**t”

Dec 11, 2008 | Theatre

I've been busy working on the new novel, and have again been remiss in posting. But this one has me irked. This is a good story. Or rather, a bad one, that I feel the need to comment upon. So, without using names, here 'tis: About five months back I had...

Audition Advice – Part Four

Oct 26, 2008 | Theatre

Random Notes and Final Thoughts – When introducing a Shakespeare audition, just name the play and character. We don’t need the scene, we don’t need the background, and we already know the author. For a modern piece, again, character and play, but you may add the...

Audition Advice – Part Three

Oct 25, 2008 | Theatre

Some physicality notes: – Find your light. We want to see you. For that same reason, don’t let anything cover your face – not hats, not hair, nothing. Your face is as good a tool as your voice, and we want to see it.- At least half of everyone we saw at...