The fabulous book and lyrics are by Paul Jenden, who also directs, and the music is by Gareth Farr:
The creators of Troy and Monarchy complete their trilogy of historical musicals with a wildly inaccurate romp through the Roman Empire. The Events of decades are condensed into the space of just one evening, when Julius Caesar hosts a dinner party that is interrupted by the arrival of the infamous and exotic Cleopatra.
I especially enjoyed the five-piece orchestra that uses all kinds of popular instruments, such as accordion, clarinet, trumpets, drums. The musicians were integral part of the action, providing the music for the dinner/orgy.
Loved the ironic lyrics, a satire of contemporary politics, with a heavy nod to the current election campaigns both here and in the U.S.
Excellent cast and as always we're left wondering what NZ talent could achieve with the real money and opportunities available to theatre (especially musical theatre) in other countries.
2 comments:
This looks like a really fun play. Laughter is always the best medicine!
Great fun, despite the fact they almost all die at the end!
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