Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble return to the Roma Street Parkland to perform one of Shakespeare’s histories, although it is hardly the history of England you’ll find in books – Henry IV Part I kept the audience engaged all night with pranks, war, drinking, sword fights, rousing speeches, and more. Despite the title, much of the action... Continue Reading →
REVIEW: The Blood Votes (Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble)
Silvan Rus and Ellen Hardisty in The Blood Votes, photographed by Antony Dyer Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble continue their proud tradition of developing new work with The Blood Votes by Michael Futcher, an emotionally engaging work of historical theatre examining the conscription debates of 1916 and 1917, directed by QSE Artistic Director Rob Pensalfini. The... Continue Reading →
Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble Season 2019
Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble performed Half Hour Hamlet as part of their Season 2019 launch. Photographed by Silvana Macarone. Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble have launched their 2019 Season, with Artistic Director Rob Pensalfini announcing a full production of Henry IV, Part I directed by QSE veteran Rebecca Murphy. 2019 will see a new crop of Apprentices join... Continue Reading →
What’s On: The Blood Votes (Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble)
Imagery via Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble Where? Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Church Street, Fortitude Valley When? 7 – 11 November 2018 Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble will continue their proud tradition of developing stimulating new work with their production of The Blood Votes, a new play by Michael Futcher. Bringing to life the divisive and, at times, violent... Continue Reading →
REVIEW: Hamlet + Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead (Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble)
Silvan Rus as Hamlet. Imagery via Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble. Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble are currently performing Hamlet and Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are Dead in ‘rep’ – alternating shows each night with actors playing the same role in both plays. The plays are staged in the Roma Street Parklands’ Amphitheatre with the audience seated on the... Continue Reading →