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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: Into the Woods production still by Curtis Perry.
REVIEW: Into the Woods signals a promising way forward for musical theatre in Ottawa
It’s wonderful to have companies like Ovation Productions bring in strong talent as well as highlight the great artists already living in our midst.
iPhoto caption: The Anger in Ernest and Ernestine production still by Curtis Perry.
REVIEW: The Anger in Ernest and Ernestine simmers just below the surface
While the show certainly induces laughter, some of its strong design elements paint the actors into a corner, at times making the comedy feel a touch manufactured.