Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Shakespeare and Facial Hair- a match made in late 16th century literature


A tiny bit of Knights in White Satin Week-





As we made our way through a week of joists and chainmail, dragons and princesses, we also indulged in a few Shakespeare skits (each camp group acted out an entire Shakespeare play in less than 12 minutes or at least, hit the high points) for a bit of culture and context. Here is how that translated for the Mohawks and their production of Julius Caesar-





This was our Caesar- facial hair provided by us, dramatic flair all his own.

Some caught on to the gravity of the subject matter immediately.



While other became somewhat distracted by their props . . .

Ultimately, the dignity of the theater won out.







All of the kids did an awesome job from the Mohawks with Julius Caesar and Romeo and Juliet to the Seneca's ambitious undertaking of A Merchant of Venice. They were great performances.