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Shakespearean comedy As You Like It analyzed and reviewed

The Shakespearean comedy ‘As You Like It’ remains a frequently performed work, noted for its exploration of themes such as human ingratitude. In the play, the character Amiens sings the poem ‘Blow, Blow Thou Winter Wind,’ which contrasts the physical harshness of nature with the emotional pain caused by betrayal and false friends.

A recent production by the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) offers a distinct interpretation of the play. This version features a monochrome design and an all-male cast, utilizing a male voice choir to provide a musical soundtrack. The production follows the story of Orlando and Rosalind as they navigate banishment and romance within a forest setting.

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Royal Shakespeare Company · William Shakespeare

Sources

Theatre review: As You Like It (RSC/RST) [partially-obstructed-view.blogspot.com]