We’ve managed to acquire some official photos from the stage production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe that is occurring in Kensington Gardens in London, England this year. Not only that, but we’ve also been provided with a video with a look at the play in action.
Here are some quotes from reviews of the play:
‘Rupert Goold’s adaptation is spectacular.’ Evening Standard
‘Dreamy, exciting and funny in equal measure.’ Tatler
**** ‘Had me as hooked as when I read the book aged 7.’ Times
‘Will have adults as well as children on the edge of their seats. Kids will be enthralled by the show’s energy and flair.’ Time Out
‘A magical setting: an elegant white circus tent in the lush green parkland next to Kensington Palace’ Independent
‘A magical space – it looks wonderful’ FT
“Aslan’s big moment was a show-stopper. A superb coup de theatre’” Guardian
‘A magnificent Aslan even gives War Horse a run for its money.’ Metro
‘What a magnificent Lion!’ Daily Mail
I’m hoping that the play comes to America at some point!
Looks good! Come to America!
I wish I could see that! It looks amazing, but Aslan is a little skeletonish. Still, I would definitely go see it if it would come to America!
Fireflower, if you look at pictures of the London production of ‘War Horse’, you’ll notice that the construction of the horses and Aslan is strikingly similar. I’m assuming they look that way because that’s how they are able to control the puppet or whatever you would call it. It’s either that, which would move more realistically, or a human in a lion suit. Which would look better, honestly? The puppet/animatronic. The thing with any play is that you have to suspend disbelief and let your imagination take over. I think it’s the fun of going to a play: you don’t have to analyze; you enjoy.
I don’t think I’d like this, I’ve never been much of a fan of stage plays trying to do fantasy… unless they keep the “effects” minimal and allow the audience to use imagination…