Ballet, by its very nature, is dramatic. It's pure emotion given form through movement, light, and music. This makes "Hamlet", perhaps the most dramatic of Shakespeare's plays, a perfect choice for a ballet, as Stephen Mills has proven through his world-renowned production. Ballet Austin's "Hamlet" is a dark, sumptuous journey through Shakespeare's tale, bending and … Continue reading Ballet Austin’s ‘Hamlet’ is a dark, surreal wonder
‘Year of the Rooster’: Dark comedy rules the day in Capital T’s funniest in ages
“Year of the Rooster” is, in many ways, a hard sell. The moment you tell someone that it’s a black comedy about cock fighting, you can expect some eye-rolling and shocked looks. Thanks to fast-hitting humor, energetic performances, and sharp direction from Mark Pickell, Capital T has created gold from his concept, taking audiences on … Continue reading ‘Year of the Rooster’: Dark comedy rules the day in Capital T’s funniest in ages
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