Lorraine Spenceley, director of Not Such Stuff gives us insight into what to expect from Creative Curve's upcoming show at The Bread & Roses Theatre.
A series of interwoven soliloquies, in which Shakespeare’s female characters have the chance address their lot, in their own words without the help of male quill. If you have ever wondered why Shakespeare’s women behave the way they do Not Such Stuff may give you some answers.
What inspired you to create this show? Why this story?
I first saw “Not Such Stuff” at South London Theatre, it was just as everyone was coming out of lock down, and the theatres were desperate to entice audiences back. It was a real treat to get out of the house and go to the theatre. Watching this show was fascinating. I had always felt Shakespeare’s women’s characters were not fully developed and their stories were not fully told. A good example of this is why does Kate in “Taming of the Shrew” go from defiant to compliant in a matter of lines?
A series of interwoven soliloquies, in which Shakespeare’s female characters have the chance address their lot, in their own words without the help of male quill. If you have ever wondered why Shakespeare’s women behave the way they do Not Such Stuff may give you some answers.
What inspired you to create this show? Why this story?
I first saw “Not Such Stuff” at South London Theatre, it was just as everyone was coming out of lock down, and the theatres were desperate to entice audiences back. It was a real treat to get out of the house and go to the theatre. Watching this show was fascinating. I had always felt Shakespeare’s women’s characters were not fully developed and their stories were not fully told. A good example of this is why does Kate in “Taming of the Shrew” go from defiant to compliant in a matter of lines?
What do audiences have to look forward to?
This production of Not Such Stuff is set in a wine bar. Which seemed appropriate as wine bars tend to be a meeting place for women, a safe haven where woman meet to talk, share concerns and confidences. Shakespeare’s characters have moved on from the circumstances in his plays and are reflecting on their behaviour and motivations. Maybe the audience will be a little surprised that Juliet is not the demur obedient virgin but a bolshie, horny teenager. Or, that Regan implies King Lear sexually abused her.
What's next?
It is hoped Creative Curve Theatre Company will go from strength to strength and build up a following. People will say “ah, Creative Curve they perform some good shows”. The company is always looking for new material so maybe there is someone who has written a suitable play and wants to get in touch!
Creative Curve will be sharing Not Such Stuff on Sunday 17th March at 7pm, tickets: app.lineupnow.com/event/not-such-stuff
This production of Not Such Stuff is set in a wine bar. Which seemed appropriate as wine bars tend to be a meeting place for women, a safe haven where woman meet to talk, share concerns and confidences. Shakespeare’s characters have moved on from the circumstances in his plays and are reflecting on their behaviour and motivations. Maybe the audience will be a little surprised that Juliet is not the demur obedient virgin but a bolshie, horny teenager. Or, that Regan implies King Lear sexually abused her.
What's next?
It is hoped Creative Curve Theatre Company will go from strength to strength and build up a following. People will say “ah, Creative Curve they perform some good shows”. The company is always looking for new material so maybe there is someone who has written a suitable play and wants to get in touch!
Creative Curve will be sharing Not Such Stuff on Sunday 17th March at 7pm, tickets: app.lineupnow.com/event/not-such-stuff
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