I found this Times photo essay both sad and wonderful. I wonder what the full story is behind this? It is a curious choice, King Lear. Given the circumstances, is it wise to chose one of Shakespeare's most tragic tragedies to show to a bunch of displaced refugees? Perhaps there's solace in affinity. Also, apparently it wasn't a totally faithful production in that "a few scenes from “Hamlet” had been spliced in with “Lear,” making the story hard to follow." That's quite alright. They are surely forgiven. They can splice in scenes from Baywatch if it makes them feel better. Poor people. Whatever it takes.
Sorry for the long break in posts. Life intervened. Hopefully I'll be posting shortly on Lear as I am just finishing it (and watching the movie). Then it's on to the last few plays. Also, the BIG news of course is that tomorrow is the Bard's 450th birthday. Happy birthday eve you old coot! Perhaps a post on that tomorrow as well.
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