China News Service, Beijing, April 20 (Reporter Gao Kai) A retro caravan full of "baggage" and a patchwork wandering troupe - Molière's comedy "The Stingy" was launched on the evening of the 19th On the stage of Beijing International Drama Center Cao Yu Theater. As the first new production of Beijing People's Art Theater this year, this European classic drama will present a new interpretation and creative expression on the current stage.
Beijing People's Art Theater "The Stingy Man" premiered. Photo by Li Chunguang
As a comedy classic created by the famous French playwright Molière, "The Miser" is not only famous in the world of theater, but has also appeared on domestic stages many times. This comedy work, born in the 17th century, has a strong comic effect because of its satire on misers, and it also has profound practical significance because of its revelation of human nature. "Being stingy is not only about money, but also about relationships. Are we stingy about family, friendship, and love? Have people lost these emotions in the pursuit of money?" Directors Lin Cong and Yang Jiayin believe that although this is A classic story, but closely connected to every individual.
Beijing People's Art Theater "The Stingy Man" premiered. Photo by Li Chunguang
Last year, "The Stingy Man" met the audience in the form of a script reading and received an enthusiastic response. The main creators were inspired by the interaction with the audience, and made interactivity the focus of this creation, striving to bring the audience into Molière's world. To this end, the crew boldly explored and added a dramatic structure to the original story, using a wandering troupe to perform "The Stingy Man" in the form of a play within a play to interpret this traditional story. The actors in the play also have the dual identities of actors and people in the play, using two perspectives inside and outside the play to explore propositions about money, human nature and choice.
Beijing People's Art Theater "The Stingy Man" premiered. Photo by Li Chunguang
"Comedy is difficult to perform." The actors said one after another. How to create characters, perform changes, and highlight the comedy effect through rhythm are the key points to be overcome in this creation. At the same time, although the behavior of the characters in the play is extreme and exaggerated, the creators did not stay on the surface of comedy, but worked hard to explore human nature. "Abagong is a miser who is obsessed with money, and his mind is filled with money. But he also has a realistic side. I don't want everyone to dislike him after reading this, but to be able to understand him and relate to themselves. , or a certain part of myself." Fu Jia, who plays Abagong in the play, has created hilarious characters in the dramas "Home", "Antique", "Under the Red Flag" and many film and television dramas, but this time he takes on the role of a classic. He still considers comedy works to be a challenge. "The difficulty in creating comedic characters is to be humorous and resonate with the audience at the same time. The performance of dual identities on the stage brought by the play within the play also poses new challenges to everyone." The performance of a group of young actors in the play It is also really eye-catching. With the help of the director, they incorporated their own creations into it, allowing the audience to see a youthful and creative stage performance.
Beijing People's Art Theater "The Stingy Man" premiered. Photo by Li Chunguang
The classical theater curtain creates a colorful and retro atmosphere, and the flashing lights create a funny but dreamy space. The entire stage uses light, shadow and curtains to reflect the enlarged figures participating in the performance. The stage design of the entire performance not only integrates with the "play within a play" performance, enhancing the audience's sense of participation, but also makes the stage expression more interesting. On the one hand, this restores the sense of form of the wandering theater troupe in Moliere's period to a certain extent. On the other hand, it also breaks the traditional viewing relationship, allowing the audience to be involved in it, creating a strong sense of participation. "We have made some fantastic attempts this time, such as singing and dancing, jumping in and out, and designed 'accidents' and 'mistakes' to make the audience feel that they have completed a play with the creator. ." Directors Lin Cong and Yang Jiayin introduced.
It is reported that this round of performances will last until May 12. (End)
