Her Hamlet
File under: Shakespeare's Daughter, Roller Derby Gutter Punk Angels, and Talking Skulls
Judith, Shakespeare's youngest daughter, is haunted by the ghosts of her father's characters. Accompanied by her faithful sidekick, Yorick, Jude seeks to uncover the hidden threads connecting her to the women of her father's work. On the way, she discovers lovers, warriors, dreamers, and artists, and perhaps a startling truth about herself. Produced in collaboration with Shakespeare-in-the-Schools, Her Hamlet features live, original music composed by Robert Frankenberry.
If you like Lovers & Fighters, you'll love Her Hamlet.
Opening Night: Friday, October 5 with post-show reception
ASL Interpretation available Saturday, October 13
Reviews
This one-act play is billed as “Her Hamlet: based on Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare,” which is both true and completely beside the point. The truth: yes, so much rests upon the characters of Hamlet and Ophelia whom many of us have encountered in our high-school or college English classes. The deviation from the truth: well, that’s the interesting part. Read the full review »
Meanwhile, the performance showcases the limitless talents of Allyn and Frankenberry. Allyn is a well-known dramatic actress, and she alternates between classical monologue and childlike rambling at the drop of a skull. Frankenberry sings beautifully, plays the autoharp and speaks in several voices. They share the stage with energy and aplomb... Read the full review »