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Brilliant staging , choreography, costumes and talented dancers and acting!! A production that leaves you wanting more and to see it again . The whole audience on their feet . A great way to see a well known script and interpret it how you want which is also part of the fun .
Although the performers were all excellent (their movements sometimes reminded me of Pina Bausch's dance troop in their prime) this really is Lepage's show. It's so distinctive: the spare but powerful lighting effects; the well-chosen props that never clutter but stand in distinct relief. And probably the most expressive use of curtains that I have ever seen. A white burial shroud becomes -with a simple spotlight and some wires- a billowing fog that transforms figures into sinister silhouettes; and, most memorably, a simple blue curtain that suddenly grabs a hold of Ophelia, tosses and turns her until she drowns, then finally it swallows her whole and tosses her corpse down onto the stage floor. The sudden savage beauty of this scene absolutely silenced the audience. Congratulations to everyone involved. Let's hope there's a film version!!
The ballet parts were lovely but a bit too traditional and seemed somewhat disjointed from the Lepage set pieces. The opening dance, Ophelia and King's death scenes, the ribbon dancing duel and others were great but there was no flow - like two shows stuck together and something lacking overall.
Just a brief message to say how much my wife and I enjoyed the performance of Hamlet this past Wednesday in Toronto. The choreography, individual performances, storytelling, musical score and staging were extraordinary. I was particularly struck by the frequent use of lighting and fabric—including the curtains(!)—to create larger-than-life experiences with simple props. The drowning of Ophelia was mesmerizing to behold, as was the sword duel between Hamlet and Laertes. I could watch this again (and again) and would have done so if other commitments didn’t prevent it. I do hope there will be more stagings in the near future. Congratulations to everyone involved in this triumphant production. Thank you.
A masterpiece of art , talent , dancing , acting , staging . . Keeps you interested , laughing , and amazed ! A work of art to get lost in , cry , laugh and ponder the brilliance of this play .
I was totally overwhelmed by this performance! Such creativity, talent and magic was on display! The visual effects, original music, choreography, outstanding talent in every way, it was beyond expectation, truly a master work by Robert LePage. I hope the whole world will get to see it. Thank you for having given me the opportunity to enjoy this boundless energy! A
The performance was exhilarating on several levels ! The music was dramatic and highly evocative! The dancing was masterful💜The special effects were unique and very effective. The story of course is very sad but the treatment of this old classic was inspiring. Needless to say we loved it!!!!💜
Lepage is simply the best. One of Canada's gems. Not as heralded as he should be. Riveting from beginning to end. 2 hours just glided by .....
