About:
An intriguing, soul-searching masterclass into the personas of jesters,
jokers, and clowns, through the lens of the theatrical mask. From Greek
trickster gods to Japanese Noh Theatre, commedia dell’arte and opera to
slapstick and cartoons, join Professor Rosemary George on a
rollercoaster through the joys and sorrows, comedies and tragedies of
life, which probes hidden identities in human behaviour.
‘The
professor’s range and extent of research is clearly apparent’
(EdinburghGuide.com).
‘A densely packed piece of work which
successfully steers a course between the jagged rocks of academic
dryness and the coral reefs of mundanity' (EdinburghGuide.com).
‘Brilliantly
and eloquently written… Thoughtful… Extraordinarily well-researched’
(Audience Review, Edinburgh Fringe).
‘Quite unique… Informative
and fun’ (Audience Review, Edinburgh Fringe).
‘A truly
thoughtful, educational and enjoyable presentation of the deep symbolism
in the masks that we as human beings are required to wear. Loved it’
(Crowd Pleasers Audience Review, Melbourne Fringe).
‘Rosemary
George offers a sophisticated examination of humanity’s innate desire to
understand identity, how it allows us to express or hide the most
authentic version of ourselves… George leaves no stone unturned in her
search for hidden identities across all forms of media and performance’
(TheatreReview.org.nz)’
'Lively… wide-ranging… George’s
extensive research is apparent in the breadth of examples provided…
Those with an interest in the history of opera and theatre will enjoy
George’s lecture, particularly the innovative linkages she makes between
mediums… Charming delivery… Excellent' (TheatreReview.org.nz).
This
is a masterclass in how we become what we are not, from the 'tears of a
clown to the masks of traditional Japanese Noh. It considers the jester
as the communicator of the soul... It both touches on many different
forms and places where the mask appears.' (Lou Reviews)
Created
and Performed by | Rosemary George
www.rosemarygeorge.com