THE MAKING OF MACBETH by Katharine Rogers and Robert Gwilym Classic plays are those that enable us to explore the human condition regardless of time, age and cultural background. Macbeth shows us how relationships, emotions, obsessions and even political ambitions are universal and timeless; it’s only the context that changes. Like most actors, our careers have embraced both theatre and TV. The idea for Macbeth began with an interest in what might happen if we combined those different skills and techniques in one production. What would spring from the collaboration between, say, a film editor and a theatre sound designer? How would technicians and artists respond to the creative challenge of a cross-fertilization? The opportunity for a film crew to see their work on stage - and theatre technicians to apply their skills to film scenes – was one of the most exciting elements of this project. Our Assistant Theatre Director gained valuable experience working as a ‘Third’ on the film shoot. The administrative, technical, marketing and publicity staff of the Bristol Old Vic Theatre played a vital role in setting up the shoot. Directors, actors, stage management, sound technicians, cameraman, designer, composer, choreographer, fight director and costume supervisor all worked together to make this ambitious idea a reality. We also received tremendous support from local people and the business community. A wide range of individuals and organisations helped us with everything from sponsorship, loan of equipment and studios to accommodation, haircuts, set dressing – and tanks! Such generous assistance surpassed our expectations and made Macbeth, in so many ways, a Bristol production. It was particularly gratifying to film the Macbeth’s coronation in Bristol Cathedral with fifty children from Begbrooke Primary school as extras. Thanks to their teachers, the children came along with a real understanding of the story and had even made their own Lion Rampant flags to wave. Their enthusiasm was shared by everyone involved in the making of Macbeth. We believe that this kind of creative collaboration - plus the willingness to take risks - is what makes theatre exciting, enjoyable and entertaining for all. |
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A Splice and Bristol Old Vic Theatre Production
By William Shakespeare A multi-media adaptation for the stage By Robert Gwilym & Katharine Rogers
First performance at Bristol Old Vic Theatre Studio, October 5th 2006.
CAST Macbeth/3rd Murderer - Robert Gwilym 2nd Witch/Lady Macbeth - Katharine Rogers 1st Witch/Lennox/Lady Macduff/Gentlewoman - Karina Fernandez Banquo/Porter/2nd Murderer - Christian Rodska 3rd Witch/Macduff/Duncan/1st Murderer - Gus Gallagher Macduff's Son/Siward - Calum Anderson
Director - Katharine Rogers Designer - Libby Watson Lighting Designer - Tim Streader Sound Designer - Jason Barnes Composer - Calum Yuill Fight Director - Kevin McCurdy Assistant Directors - Simon Pitmann and Robin Belfield Production Manager - Jo Cuthbert Stage Manager - Gemma Brooks Costume Supervisors - Rosalind Marshall and Nadine Davies
CAST - FILM INSERTS Anchor - Alan Moore Reporter #1 - Alison Reid Reporter #2 - Robin Belfield Reporter #3 - Vincenzo Pellegrino Malcolm - Nick Richards Soldier/Masked Head - Simon Pitmann Tank Driver - Chris Hughes Child Crowned - Harry Hughes Voice of Child Crowned - Nguny Zibia Beedell Voice of Bloody Child - Romy Gwilym
FILM PRODUCTION Director - Robert Gwilym Director of Photography - Andy Parkinson Designer - Libby Watson Editor - Roy Demery Sound Recordists - Rod Lewis and Tony Briskham Additional Sound - Jason Barnes Gaffer - Trevor Hale Make up - Meg Selth and Nicky Beverley Location/Props - Chris Hughes, Gemma Brookes and Kim Lewis 1st Assistant - Alison Sterling 3rd assistant - Simon Pitmann Runner - Mark Hankins
Witches Brew 'Pop' Video composed by Calum Yuill Produced & engineered at SoBR Productions Vocalists Nadine Gingell, Maria Chidgey and Sara Bee Choreography by Danny McGrath
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