What is theatre? What makes good theatre? How does Shakespeare tap in to universal truths that represent ALL people ALL the time? Why must you ALWAYS enjoy a classic play, even if you fell asleep for two thirds of it? In their highly informative talk 'Know More About Theatre, You Uncultured Oafs' theatre mavens post answer these questions and more. post are a collaborative performance ensemble based in Sydney comprising Zoë Coombs Marr, Mish Grigor and Natalie Rose. post are concerned with the moment of theatre, live connection and the truly absurd, drag, imposters, impressions, bad acting, boy genii, The Biggest Loser, birth, death, auditions, shamans, epitaphs, avatars, and those nightmares where you have to give a speech, but haven't got any pants on. Their latest work Oedipus Schmoedipus ran at Belvoir Theatre as part of the 2014 Sydney Festival.
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Know More About Theatre, You Uncultured Oafs: post Ensemble
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TEDxSydney 2014 · 26 April 2014
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