This classic Robert Louis Stevenson play gets a twist in the riff adaptation by local playwright Jeffrey Hatcher that presents an extraordinary interpretation that audiences love. Of course, there's the underlying premise: A doctor, intrigued by the ideas of the chemical transformation of personality (Dr. Jekyll), gets caught up in the murderous adventures of a monster (Mr. Hyde) that springs from his own breast. There are some marvelous presentations of the various personalities that emerge and how they interplay with the sometimes-sane/sometimes-insane doctor. In the end, the transformation seems less of one as the doctor who was the prime mover of it all succumbs to his own evil desires and behaviors that he can no longer hide (pun intended). The cast is amazing. Everyone follows the expert direction from George Roesler, a veteran at the Theater in the Round, and they are rewarded with for their faithfulness with a tight and moving experience.
I think the quality of this shoot reflects the fact that I've now done many of these production photos of plays and I can put together, is a couple of dozen shots, the essence of the characters and the plot. I'm proud of that. It is very journalistic in style, if you can say that about set up photos by actors, and the nature of the communication is as authentic as if one was presenting a story line to the viewer. So, the work still satisfies me and pleases the actors and crew.
It's also great working with these actors, directors, and crew members. They put a great deal of work into their roles. There are weeks of preparation and rehearsals. The crew does an incredible job presenting a stage that is always expertly painted and arranged and reflects the deep meaning of the production. I am also proud to be associated with people who are so professional and talented.
RPW
I think the quality of this shoot reflects the fact that I've now done many of these production photos of plays and I can put together, is a couple of dozen shots, the essence of the characters and the plot. I'm proud of that. It is very journalistic in style, if you can say that about set up photos by actors, and the nature of the communication is as authentic as if one was presenting a story line to the viewer. So, the work still satisfies me and pleases the actors and crew.
It's also great working with these actors, directors, and crew members. They put a great deal of work into their roles. There are weeks of preparation and rehearsals. The crew does an incredible job presenting a stage that is always expertly painted and arranged and reflects the deep meaning of the production. I am also proud to be associated with people who are so professional and talented.
RPW