All the Devils are Here is part theatre history, part lecture, part Shakespearean acting, and all great.
I first heard about the show when it opened in New York City, and I didn't think I'd ever get a chance to see it.
But I'm very glad I did.
Patrick Page takes us chronologically through nine Shakespeare villains, providing context (including villains written by Shakespeare's contemporaries), backstory (including some speculative but reasonable elements), and enacted scenes (including playing multiple roles in a given selection).
The program provides a "Villain Scorecard" with somewhat tongue-in-cheek commentary about each of the villains Page covers. I'm providing that as the best overview of the contents of the show:
Links: Tickets at the Guthrie.
The show is well worth seeing. It's both educational and entertaining, and the choices and the acting are top-notch.
Links: Tickets at the Guthrie.
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