![]() ![]() The Narrator (Rainwater) often addresses the camera as though he were talking to a theatrical audience, but because the camera is much closer than any physical audience would be there is more intensity in his dialogue and expressions. Whereas in theater, that breaking of the “fourth wall” is used for comedic and serious moments. In most films, a character directly addressing the camera is used for comedic effect. The result is a fascinating blend of both stage and screen conventions. He is accompanied by ghosts from hell who are then met by spirits in heaven to help them transition from one state of being to the other.Īlthough the cast is only four actors (Jonathan Hadley, Carol Halstead, Joel Rainwater, and Tom Souhrada), in order to follow safety guidelines they each filmed separately in front of a green screen and then were edited together to create a unique experience for the audience. In it, a narrator (often interpreted as a stand-in for Lewis himself) takes a bus ride from hell to heaven and is confronted by many ideas and philosophies on the way. The Great Divorce is based on the book of the same name by C.S. ![]() Although the livestream event is over, you can still register to receive a link to the video before Wednesday. ![]() FPA’s most recent stage play to make the transition was C.S. Like many other production companies in the wake of COVID-19, the Fellowship for Performing Arts has started performing virtually. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |