Journal 23: The lock out scene
This scene is a great source of comedy and is quite an exciting point for me in the play. I think that the only way to present this scene would be to emphasize on the presentational aspect quite a bit. This scene is clearly meant to be silly and somewhat ridiculous (obviously, with both of the Dromio's comments to each other.) It would be important for the cast to make sure that the audience is in on the joke and feels as if they can laugh at the predicament that the characters are in, instead of feeling left out or excluded just like the characters locked outside of the house. When directed with an emphasis on the presentational the audience can feel more inclined to laugh at the fact the characters are locked out and that neither party understands what is going on.
Either Or
I do believe that presentational or representation would have worked just as well. Really, it's just how the director sees it.
-Hilary
So true. This scene would be
So true. This scene would be pretty stupid if it were portrayed in a dry representational manner.
quick point
After watching the production that SFCC put on, I was impressed with how most of the play went, however, I could have definitely used more ridiculousness from the lock out scene, it's good, don't get me wrong, I just think that they were balancing between the two portrayals and i just think that it's ok to indulge in a little silliness for that scene. Veronica Sparks
mystery..
I really enjoyed SFCC's production, and their staging on this scene. However, we weren't able to see the people on the other side and that was a bit discouraging. I could hear themr, but not being able to see both parties react to each other was kind of a downer. It does leave for some elements of mystery, though.
Jennie
Presentational over representational or vice versa
I can definitely see how presentational would be a good portrayal of this scene. It is quite absurd. I think this scene could go either way, it's just dependent upon how much absurdity the reader/viewer can take.
That's how I feel about this
That's how I feel about this scene too. It really could go either way. It really just depends on how slapstick the rest of the play is because if it's a very amped up presentational version then it would be a good opportunity to make the scene a bit more serious with the use of representational acting.
I feel this way too...
I agree... This scene could be done either way.