Hamlet - The Murder Mystery (2002)
adapted from William Shakespeare
Directed by Liam Campbell
Performances: Thu 16th – Sat 18th May 2002, Prompt Corner
Contents
Introduction
Everyone has an idea or a thought about the story of Hamlet, and if we're really honest, very few of us actually understand the hidden twists and turns of this complex tragedy.
The combined efforts of the South London Theatre Youth Groups will attempt to simplify the story, utilising a child friendly version of the script as its base.
Hamlet - The Murder Mystery looks at the play in such a way as to inform - but mainly to entertain. This allows the children a modicum of freedom to experiment with Shakespeare, as it were.
Our Hamlet is set in the trenches of 1917. A daunting task for adult actors, you might say, but in my experience in working with youth theatre children are far more talented and adaptable than we often give them credit for.
In honesty, our Hamlet may not appeal to those Shakespeare purists who enjoy every single word the great man wrote. However, as a chance for children ranging in age from 7 to 14 to experience the joy of performing such a wonderful work, it can only be a success. <ref>Director's note from the main SLT site.</ref>
Cast
Crew
- Stage Manager - SM Name
- Lighting Design - Stuart Draper
- Lighting Operator - Operator Name
Reviews
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Gallery
Reminiscences and Anecdotes
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See Also
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