[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
In a message dated 11/23/2005 4:11:34 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I think frequently they do modern sets and costumes because it's cheaper
Not always...especially with big-wig companies.
It's more to do with making it relevant to modern audiences. It's why we
have films like "Clueless" ...or "Great Expectations" in modern times.
Even "War of the Worlds" should take place in 1898.
Sometimes it works and sometimes it's misguided. I don't think is a
necessity, that's for sure.
I saw Henry V at Stratford festival in Ontario, Canada many years ago
that was done up in Edwardian. I was initally irritated, but then I got
into it and it is now one of my favorite theatre memories.
liz young
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