09/10: Dr Faustus
Splendid's production for 2009/2010 was Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe.
What we said then:Regular Splendid audiences have come to expect revolutionary readings of classic texts, and we do not intend to disappoint them this year!
In a brand-new adaptation and partial translation, Splendid's Doctor Faustus tells the legendary story of a vain scholar's pact with the devil. But the question is, did he get good value for the price of his soul? And does a five-hundred year old cautionary tale have anything to teach the sophisticated human of today?
In keeping with the crowd-pleasing spirit of the original, Splendid present a high-energy Brechtian production that runs from high drama to low, low comedy, incorporating theatrical techniques from a variety of our favourite practitioners.
What our clients said about Dr Faustus:
"Brought Faustus to life!"
Valerie Goodwin, Head of Drama, Beaminster School
"The performance was stunning. The energy and pace was quite incredible. Students now realise what communicating with your audience really means!"
Susan Frater, Head of Drama, Blessed George Napier, Banbury
"An outstanding performance... Powerful and effective (and funny too!)"
Berj Terkerian, Head of Drama, Amersham School
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