| Bell Shakespeare announces Season 2013 |
| Friday, 05 October 2012 12:11 |
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Peter's appointment makes a significant statement about succession planning and the longevity and aspirations of the Company. Unveiling the three sides to its 2013 season, Bell Shakespeare spans the full spectrum of history, tragedy and comedy: • John Bell fulfils a life-long ambition to play Shakespeare's greatest comic invention, Falstaff in one of his favourite plays, HENRY 4 • Peter Evans directs Catherine McClements in PHÈDRE, Racine's tragic tale of a powerful older woman destroyed by forbidden lust • Rising star of Australian theatre, Imara Savage directs a new production of The Bard's most robust and bawdy comedy, THE COMEDY OF ERRORS • The Players - the Company's travelling acting ensemble - perform in Peter Evans' production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, specifically for Australian students • Bell Shakespeare's development arm, MIND'S EYE will continue seeking out and supporting innovative artists including Peter Houghton, Rita Kalnejais, Caleb Lewis, Luke Mullins, Lachlan Philpott, Sue Smith and Alana Valentine • The BELL SHAKESPEARE LEARNING programme continues to grow in size and opportunity, with more opportunities for students and teachers to truly appreciate Shakespeare's work through live performance.Henry 4 by William Shakespeare www.bellshakespeare.com.au |
