The Taming of the Shrew Interview with the Actors

The video features an actor chat discussing the play 'Taming of the Shrew'. Actors Adriana Mitchell and Alan Tedder share their experiences and interpretations of the play, addressing its controversial themes and character dynamics. They explore the challenges of portraying complex characters like Kate and Petruchio, and discuss the play's themes of taming and gender roles. The actors also reflect on the use of subtext and improvisation in their performances, and how audience interaction influences their portrayal of the characters.

How did Adriana first encounter 'Taming of the Shrew'?

• By reading the play

• By watching a movie adaptation

• By performing in a gender-flipped version

• By attending a lecture

What was Alan's initial reaction to 'Taming of the Shrew' during his undergraduate years?

• He was indifferent

• He disliked it

• He found it humorous

• He loved it

How did the actors attempt to address the controversial ending of the play?

• By ignoring it

• By making it a farce

• By rewriting the ending

• By adding a new character

What is a key theme discussed in the play according to the actors?

• The role of fate

• The importance of wealth

• The power of silence

• The dynamics of love and identity

What metaphor does Alan use to describe falling in love?

• A game of chess

• A walk in the park

• A game of Russian roulette

• A dance

What societal context is important to understand the play's theme of taming?

• Medieval chivalry

• 17th-century societal norms

• Victorian etiquette

• Modern feminist movements

How do the actors view the relationship between Kate and Petruchio?

• As a comedic farce

• As a tragic misunderstanding

• As a simple love story

• As a contest of wills

What does Adriana find challenging about Kate's final speech?

• Its length

• Its complexity

• Its historical context

• Its emotional content

What do the actors find beneficial about the interview format?

• It helps memorize lines

• It offers a space for character exploration

• It provides a break from acting

• It allows for more rehearsal time

What is a unique aspect of the 'My Shakespeare' production mentioned by the actors?

• It has a new ending

• It uses modern costumes

• It includes actor interviews

• It is performed outdoors