Students from Thorneloe University’s Department of Theatre and Motion Pictures Arts, Laurentian’s Francophone Programme de théâtre as well as Cambrian College’s Theatre Arts - Technical Production Program, are working together to bring you “Hamlet … ou presque,” a dark comedic retelling of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy.
This isn’t the first time “Hamlet … ou presque” has hit the stage. It was first presented in 2009 at Laurentian University by writer and director Miriam Cusson and a talented team of students and designers.
Cusson is once again bringing this classic play by William Shakespeare to the stage, but this time with a twist.
“When Patricia Tedford, Chair of Theatre and Motion Picture Arts, asked me to consider directing Hamlet at Thorneloe, I jumped at the opportunity to revisit this adaption and refocus the angle of the play,” said Cusson.
“In this version, we are exploring the idea of surveillance as opposed to mental anguish. Adding to the excitement and challenge of putting together this play has been the transformation of the piece into a bilingual play. Sudbury theatre-goers are sure to enjoy and appreciate this version.”
The show will be presented at the Ernie Checkeris Theatre at Thorneloe University on the Laurentian University campus.
Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. March 1-2 and 7-9, and at 2 p.m. March 3.
Tickets cost $10 for students and seniors and $20 for adults. They're available at Thorneloe University, at the door or online at Event Brite.
