Caliban, make it so
Taking advantage of the aforementioned break from work, we took a trip to see the RSC perform the Tempest in Stratford upon Avon.

It's been ten years since I last went to Stratford, and the place hasn't changed at all, with the blend of tourists from all over the globe fusing nicely with the dedicated theatre crowd who emerge at night and dress smartly. We forgot to do the whole smart thing, and promptly occupied a couple of seats somewhere near the ceiling of the theatre looking like scummers.

Still, with the lights out, we're all equals.

The play itself featured the talents of Patrick Stewart (in much better shape than he was when I last saw him in X-Men 3) as Prospero living his embittered life, and scheming away on what appeared to be an island somewhere near the north pole.

The play itself was excellent, with the performance of Ariel in particular standing out for special mention.

If you get the chance, I'd heartily recommend a trip to see it.
- posted by Paul @ 1:40 pm