William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night was performed on the roof of the Whole Food on the night of September 30th by the Present Company. Directed by Joseph Garlock, the show was well received by adults and children. The show's success was achieved particularly through the execution of stage techniques, community involvement methods, and unique character portrayals that increased the entertainment aspect of the show and facilitated understanding of the show's plot. Through scenography techniques, the characters were able to manipulate space and make the show more engaging for viewers by establishing closer interactions between actor and audience. During the show, the seating was arranged in a semicircle which allowed easy access for the actors to move within the audience through the alleys, and the close proximity of all seating made the set more inclusive as a whole. It doesn't matter if the spectator was sitting on stage. Every member of the Rudesbees band wasn't just a band member. All the musicians also played supporting roles on stage, which showed the artistic talent of each character. Traditionally in an auditorium, the music was played by members of the audience who had no stage time, but the way the actors and musicians exchanged in Twelfth Night added unpredictability and uniqueness to the show, making it stand out from other versions. Through the pairing between the Players and The Rudesbees, this emphasized the cohesion of the cast and made the production feel like a more unified effort. Michael Fertsenfeld's liveliness on stage brought energy to the music he played, and this was true for the other members of the band as well. With this constant flow of spirit, the show managed to exert a certain intensity and vitality on the audience throughout the night, making the show highly
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