Tonight I saw my my first play of my somewhat compact visit to this year’s Colorado Shakespeare Festival, Cymbeline. I really enjoyed it, despite some early reservations. The set was beautifully done inside the University Theater, the costumes were great, as was the acting. What initially bugged me was the performance choice in many parts were played for (somewhat over the top) comedy. In the end it worked, but it seemed to me it turned some of the characters into caricatures. The actors themselves were great so this was clearly a production choice. By the end of the play it was a very satisfying experience.
It was a long day getting here, getting up at 4:30 and using public transportation to get to the airport. I thought I might be too tired for the play, but it definitely energized me and kept my attention. I’m glad I made it back to Boulder for another season.
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