Twenty years after his two sons disappeared; King Cymbelines only daughter Imogen plans to marry against his wishes. Enraged; Cymbeline banishes her childhood sweetheart Posthumus from court. He flees to Italy and makes a wager hell soon regret. Cymbelines new queen plots with her ghastly son Cloten. Emperor Caesar is on the war-path. And poor Joan (whos just got back from the Costa de Sol) hasnt got a clue whats going on! Kneehigh turn their unique storytelling style to one of Shakespeares least performed plays. In a script packed with heart-stopping poetry and characteristic charm; their irreverent adaptation plays fast and loose with the Bard. The result is a wild; giddy and elemental adventure that swings from tragedy to comedy and back again. Never has confusion been such fun!Cymbeline was commissioned by and co-produced in association with the RSC for the Complete Works Festival.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The buidling blocks of theater; entertaining and unique.By R. LookThis volume reveals the essential genius of Noel Coward. As if a master chef presented nothing by hors doeuvres -- but each bite a satisfying and revealing morsel. A reading of this collection leaves one with not only a larger appreciation of Cowards wit and genius; but also it serves as a template for storytelling and satire laid down by a master of both.The "liner notes" are most informative and thorough.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy KateWonderful to have so many of these in one place.