Is it a coincidence that Simon Stephens’ gritty new adaptation of Brecht’s Three Penny Opera is playing at the National Theatre, London at the same time that Mr. Stephens and a group of fellows will be addressing my peer cohort at Oxford about the saliency of recycling Brecht for today’s audiences?
I doubt it, but I don’t much care either way. I’m jazzed about getting to see this production
and then collaborating with my Oxford posse on future possibilities.
Oh, and well done National Theatre. Casting an actor with a disability in a role not specifically calling for such is inclusive and a smart thing to do.
Good step in the right direction.
Visit link below to read review. Sorry, but you’ll have to copy and paste in your browser. I can’t seem to make the link active. It’s worth the extra little step–it’s a good read.
http://www.timeout.com/london/theatre/the-threepenny-opera-1
I’ve still never seen nor worked on 3PO. I have a most excellent biography of Lotte Lenya (“Lenya” by Donald Spoto) who was of course the quintessential interpreter of Weill’s and Brecht’s works. It’s great reading, Nyla! Highly recommend it! Someday, I’m hopeful, I’ll be able to see a production myself. Sooooo jealous! What an incredible experience this is for you!
Thanks for the bio recommendation. It’s on my list
Maybe with YOU in it! What a high THAT would be!