Notes from the devising process...
DIRECTION
Doorkeeper collects the money on the door, Performers start in the performance space, chatting casually. Whistle blows. Each performer assembles in their chosen place. Their characters introduce themselves. As they come to life they ‘dress themselves’ with a prop or with a piece of costume. Neutral speech. Just facts. Status, relationships, name. Repeat. Repeat quieter. Shylock.
Beat.
Jew.
QUESTION
Do I just say my name, or do I say ‘I am . . .’ to introduce my character? How much colour do you give your character?
TEXT
ANTONIO. Wealthy Merchant. Friend to Bassanio. Christian.
Poor. Suitor to Portia. Antonio’s friend. I am BASSANIO. Christian
Heiress. Fate sealed in a casket. PORTIA. Christian.
My name is LORENZO. In love with Jessica. Antonio’s friend. Christian.
In love with Lorenzo. Shylock’s daughter. I play JESSICA. Jewess.
Businesman. Associate of Shylock. TUBAL. Jew.
Jessica’s father. Businessman. (Shakes money tin) SHYLOCK.
Beat.
Jew.
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