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March 12, 2010 at 6:07 pm
I really liked the play, but i do believe it was a little bit too long for a younger audience. I totally give credit to those actors for memorizing that type of old time language. I think the second half of the play was better than the first.
March 12, 2010 at 6:09 pm
The second half of the play after the break was definitely better than the first half. There was more action and kept the interest more than the first half. But i really didn’t like the modern clothing in the play instead of clothing relating back to the time period. Clothing that would have matched the time period would be better because it would set the theme. I really liked the grave digger though, it was cool how she came out of the stage and she played the part well. I also really liked who played Hamlet he put an edge to it.
March 12, 2010 at 6:11 pm
I really liked the play, but i do believe it was a little bit too long for a younger audience. I totally give credit to those actors for memorizing that type of old time language. I think the second half of the play was better than the first, the ending had more action which made it more interesting.
March 12, 2010 at 6:12 pm
The “To be or not to be” scene of the play was very interesting and well done to me because it really captured the true idea of what Hamlet is trying to communicate to the audience in the play. I also liked the emotion that was demonstrated through that scene as well as the rest of the play. It really expressed the true feeling of the characters in the play.
March 12, 2010 at 6:13 pm
I enjoyed the play Hamlet yesterday. The more modern clothing was a nice way to see Hamlet in a different light. I liked the element of comedy added to the play and the more modern language so more people could understand. The use of the props, i.e. opening up the sliding door for the fight scene, was a resourceful way to make use of the limited amount of space. I really enjoy the actor who played Hamlet; he’s usually why I like to go. Great job
March 12, 2010 at 6:14 pm
Hamlet was very entertaining – I thought the actors were all very talented! Although the modern clothing was a bit difficult to get used to, it was nice to see the play displayed with a different twist. Hamlet was a thoroughly enjoyable character. It was wonderful to see the normally serious character portrayed with a humorous side, as well as a sincere and genuine side. Also, the modern-day English lines helped make difficult situations much easier to understand. GOOD JOB!
March 12, 2010 at 6:15 pm
I enjoyed watching the play. I feel as though that it had a lot of seriousness and humor, and I really liked the “play within a play scene” as well. I also feel as though that the characters were funny, but the costumes could have been a little more accurate to what the people would have worn in that time period.
March 12, 2010 at 6:15 pm
I was rather impressed with the production and how it came out! all of the actors were so enthusiastic and they seemed genuinely happy to be there yesterday, it made the experience more enjoyable. The acoustics were quite impressive, and the fact that there were no mics on stage was truly impressive, the actors’ projection was very nice! Hamlet did a very good job at portraying someone insane. I look forward to the next BTE production, I was quite impressed by the overall experience.
March 12, 2010 at 6:16 pm
I love all the BTE performances, the actors always perform to there full potential and are excellent in portraying the emotions of their characters when giving their lines. The only thing i didn’t enjoy about the play was that the clothing worn by the actors were all modern day clothing and it took me away from the actual time setting of the play. Although, I didn’t like the modern day setting of the play, I did enjoy the fixed lines from the Elizabethan language, because it made the play easier to understand. Overall I believe the play was done quite well and i can’t wait to see the next one!
March 12, 2010 at 6:17 pm
I very much enjoyed the fact that Hamlet was portrayed as humorous. I laughed at him, but i also felt that his craziness was drawn out too long. I also liked that the play was modernized language but I didn’t like the modern setting. I felt it took away from the original play.
March 12, 2010 at 6:17 pm
I thoroughly enjoyed Hamlet’s enthusiasm throughout the play and the fact that there was some humor added. Although the play is modernized to help people that are not familiar with the play understand I felt that it detracted from Shakespeare’s original idea and did not like the modernized costumes either for the same reason.
March 12, 2010 at 6:18 pm
I enjoyed the modern apparel of the actors. I felt it did not take away from the play nor did it make the setting seem too modern. To me it simply showed even more of each characters personality. I also enjoyed the humor through out, if it was improved it was fantastic! And if it was script it was written well.
March 12, 2010 at 6:20 pm
I thought the actors/actresses were amazing. However in general I don’t think Hamlet is that great of a play. One thing I didn’t like was that it was really long, and I started to become uncomfortable sitting there. I did like the funny humor spots they made me chuckle
March 12, 2010 at 6:21 pm
Hello all and thank you for performing Shakepeare’s classic play, Hamlet. I rather enjoyed the entire play and was interested in the development of the plot and was most importantly interested in how the actors and actresses interpreted their respective characters. I enjoyed all of the characters and the vivacity that accompanied them. Hamlet was thoroughly enjoying; his liveliness, wisdom, and, quite frankly, his insanity at some points during the play was particularly enjoyable to watch. I was able to further understand the plot and developing stories of the play after seeing the play; before I was kind of unclear as to how the story was turning out. Thank you for your hard work and continue to produce more plays in the future!
March 12, 2010 at 6:23 pm
Overall, I thought the play was entertaining. At first, I expected to see everyone wearing the classic attire that one associates with a Shakespearean play, but the play was set in a more modern time. For me, the modern interpretation made the play seem more real. Also, I did notice that some lines of the play were made easier to understand and emphasized. If anyone did not understand what was happening, those lines sort of helped everyone catch up and comprehend the events. I really enjoyed the humor in Hamlet and commend Andrew Hubatsek. The scenes where Hamlet is “mad” and delivers emotional monologues were interesting because they were very powerful and I could definitely feel the desperation and agony that Hamlet is supposed to feel. This may not have held true for other viewers, but every time the ghost of King Hamlet came on the stage, I jumped. I would see the shadow and then the figure would walk very fluidly across the stage, almost like gliding and I was pretty impressed with how supernatural that seemed. I have to admit that seeing Hamlet trying to leave Ophelia was saddening. It was obvious that he still had feelings for her and that was portrayed really well.
March 12, 2010 at 6:26 pm
I enjoyed the modernized aspects of this play. The up-to-date language made it easier to follow and understand. The characters seemed to be portrayed correctly I believe. Hamlet was the man. The humor made me laugh and did not deviate away from the seriousness of the play too much. I would like to thank the cast and crew for putting together such a good interpretation of Hamlet for me to view.
March 14, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Of all the speeches in the play the one that simultaneously worried me and surprised me was the “to be or not to be” speech made by Hamlet. Since hearing that the play was set in a modern setting I began to worry about the context that the speech would be set in. I can say, without a doubt, that the way the speech was presented was a great interpretation of the original Shakespearian work. Having Hamlet writing and almost muttering to himself gives a sense of the downward spiral into madness that Hamelet is undergoing. The use of the darkened stage and constant changes in mood also gave the impression of insanity. It is broad and vivid interpretations such as this that keep BTE whaere it is, as a paragon in the theatrical arts.
March 15, 2010 at 3:03 pm
I really enjoyed the play overall. I think that when something is written as a play originally it always turns out better than something that is originally written as a book or movie and is turned into a play. The to be or not to be speech was very good, but I thought it was a little over dramatic. It was certainly not how I had imagined it. The acting was superb, and the entire play was just the right mix of tragedy, love, betrayal, and humor.
March 15, 2010 at 3:04 pm
Overall I enjoyed the play Hamlet. I thought it was a well put together play, I thought the actors did a fantastic job playing there parts. I liked how Hamlet was played the most. The only things I didn’t like were the length of the play and how they used modern clothing instead of old fashion clothing. Using the older clothing would have made the play slightly better
March 15, 2010 at 3:10 pm
I thought that the To be or not to be speech captured Hamlet’s true emotions and the internal struggles that he was facing. The actor that played the role of Hamlet was able to portray the seriousness of the situation and was able to capture that mood towards the audience. He used the stage well but he also put his own interpretation into the monologue which was interesting to watch. It was nice to see Shakespeare’s words on paper come to life in a modern interpretation . I liked how he was in modern clothes and used modern props, which made the whole play easier to relate to,but he was still was able to capture the time and meaning of the legendary quote.
March 15, 2010 at 3:22 pm
Before seeing the play I had heard that the play would be done in a modern setting. For a time this troubled me, recollections of Baz Lhurman’s Romeo and Juliet sprang to mind as I awaited the bus ride from my school to Bloomsburg. I was worried about the effects of throwing Shakspearian language into the modern setting. Of the may times it has been done, the struggle to keep the balance between setting and language constantly remains a trouble for directors and actors alike. I can safely say however that BTE has done it again! The acting allowed the motives and emotions show through the otherwise encrypted language. I especially like the “to be or not to be” speech and it’s depiction of Hamlet rambling and writing to himself as he spirals downward into madness. The actors all throughout the play conveyed their true thoughts, from Claudius’ passive manipulation to Ophelia’s defiance and internal conflict. It is broad interpretations like this that keep BTE where it is at the pinnacle of theatrical interpretation.
March 15, 2010 at 3:22 pm
I loved the play. I enjoyed the way BTE received grants for this play to be put on. I also enjoyed the way it was more modernized because I was able to follow the play a bit more than traditional clothes. In addition, I loved how the “To be or not to be” speech. First, I liked it because of the turmoil Hamlet was going through he had to really contemplate his decision of life or death and killing his uncle. Second, it was simple in its movements and expressing his mind more free. But, with that being said, the costumes that were worn in the play were not specific to a certain time period. Many characters were wearing costumes that I felt did not mesh or mold to the play. From before, I did enjoy the modern costumes, but not how the costumes were used. Some costumes were not comparable to others. For example, I felt that Ophelia wore a more 1920′s style outfit throughout. On the other hand, Hamlet wore a more modern leather jacket and jeans. I felt as though it did not seem to match a certain time period.
March 17, 2010 at 3:57 am
Unfortunately I was unable to be at attendance of the BTE production of “Hamlet” I have only heard glowing reviews of it though and it sounds as if the cast and crew did exceptionally well. When I heard that you were going to be doing the play in modern attire (street clothes, jeans, shirt etc) but speaking in Elizabethan language I was sort of turned off by that idea. However I did hear it turned out fine but i also head people say they didn’t like the costumes. However from most kids they said it was a nice way to not spend the day at school and they enjoyed it. Thank you BTE for always putting on great performances for DHS