Hamlet (2014)

Hamlet (2014) Program

2014

William Shakespeare

The Melbourne University Shakespeare Company is proud to present a striking contemporary adaptation of Hamlet. In this unique reconceptualization of William Shakespeare’s most famous work, ghostly visitations become a digitized glitch, courtly politics are accelerated by skype conferences, and the young princess Hamlet is a troubled university student trapped in a horrifying situation. Featuring a strong ensemble cast, this production invites us to see ourselves in the world of the play and encounter the text anew, revealing the universality and profundity of this central text of world literature.

Felicia King

Hamlet: Rachel Shrives Ophelia: Seren Oroszvary Horatio: Declan Mulcahy Laertes: Andy Roestenburg Claudius: Nicholas Langford Gertrude: Emmy Lou Polonius: Sara Tabitha Catchpole Rosencrantz: Scout Boxall Guildenstern: Benjamin Sheen Principal Player/Fortinbras: Tamuz Ellazam Player Queen/Captain: Kate Weston Player King/Marcellus/Gravedigger: Liam Bellman-Sharpe Player Uncle/Bernardo: Clancy Moore

Director: Felicia King Stage Manager: Matilda Houlihan Production Manager: Natasha King Producer: Emma Conley AV Designer: Melty Tantiwanich AV Director: Nick Campbell Publicity Manager: Gabby Lewis Lighting Designer: Megan Redmond Lighting Operator: Sara Kissel Sound/AV Operator: Jeanette Tong Props Manager: Christa Jonathan F.O.H. Manager: Alex Ware Assistant Stage Manager: Beppe Abiuso