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iPhoto caption: Mark Kreder, Laura Del Papa, Erin Eldershaw, and Drew Moore in 'The Comedy of Errors.' Photo by Andrew Alexander Photography.
The final boss: Embedded with the Fools’ Comedy of Errors (part two)
In the first piece of this series, I wrote about joining a Company of Fools as an embedded critic for their Super Mario-themed Comedy of Errors. A few weeks later, I got to see that world in action.
iPhoto caption: The company of 'The Comedy of Errors.' Photo by JVL Photography.
Let’s-a go: Embedded with the Fools’ Comedy of Errors
While I was preparing for the summer heat by shopping for lighter clothes, Kate Smith, artistic director of a Company of Fools, was getting ready for their next show. She called me while I was in the Rideau Centre and pitched an idea: “Would you have any interest in being an embedded critic?”
iPhoto caption: Photo by Curtis Perry.
REVIEW: GCTC’s Beowulf in Afghanistan blends legend and modern heroism
Beowulf in Afghanistan, directed by Kate Smith, goes beyond simple plot in its exploration of what makes a hero, as well as the aftermath of violence.
iPhoto caption: Beowulf in Afghanistan graphic courtesy of GCTC.
Beowulf in Afghanistan to make world premiere at GCTC
As part of its 50th anniversary season, Ottawa’s Great Canadian Theatre Company will program the world premiere of Laurie Fyffe’s Beowulf in Afghanistan, in a production directed by Company of Fools artistic director Kate Smith.