The Comedy of Errors
Why see The Comedy of Errors?
In this merry-go-round of mistaken identity, two sets of estranged twins find themselves unwittingly wandering through the streets of the same town, where the men are jealous, the women are furious and there’s a priceless gold chain that everyone wants.
As broken relationships are slowly pieced back together, order is restored and the final reunion is a heart-warming celebration of love and family.
Philip Franks is much in demand, both as an actor and director. He directed Private Lives and The Heiress at the National Theatre, and as a Season Associate Director for Chichester Festival Theatre, he has co-directed The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby Parts 1 & 2 (Festival Theatre, UK tour and successful runs at the Gielgud Theatre, London and Princess of Wales Theatre, Toronto) and productions of The Cherry Orchard, Collaboration/Taking Sides and Separate Tables.
Creative
By William Shakespeare
Director: Philip Franks
Design: Gideon Davey
Sound Design: Fergus O'Hare
Casting Director: Joyce Nettles
Director: Philip Franks
Design: Gideon Davey
Sound Design: Fergus O'Hare
Casting Director: Joyce Nettles
Reviews
Customer reviews
2 reviews, average rating: (4.0 Stars)
Ramona Mitrica
Shakespeare in the park
great summer evening out. I enjoyed the show a lot. excellent live music. good acting, especially Joseph Kloska as the Dromio of Syracuse. I liked the idea of setting the play in the Casablanca of the 1940s. ... Read more
S. Kuypers
Classic Comedy in Casablanca.
If you're looking for a great night out, A Comedy of Errors at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is definitely a worthy contender.
As with many Shakespearean comedies, it thrives on mistaken identities, miscommunication and mad dashes across the stage.
The director, Philip Franks, does a great reimagining of the play by placing it in 1940's Casablanca, creating a simple yet effective set, and the opportunity to add a few musical numbers, which contrary to expectation only add to the great atmosphere.
It starts off a bit slow, but the cast soon get into it, and especially the second half shines with humour and good old-fashioned Shakespearean witticisms. This really is a group performance, and even the minor characters get plenty of chances to show themselves off. The banter between the two sets of twins is especially amusing, and Adriana has some fantastics bits to shine with.
If the weather plays nice, this is a must-be stop on your way to creating a memorable summer!
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