Learning Journal 7

Hello again,
Last class was informative in relation to the plays Frost/Nixon and the Cripple of Innishman. The group from Cripple presented their wiki site that was full of information, and I was a little dumbfounded because there was very little to add! It was quite interesting to see the background to that certain play, and with all the information I really wish I was goin to see it. I cannot attend that play because of the dates it is on, but it was still great to hear about the story. It was funny to know that most of the plays we have been studying are black comedys; maybe it is a common genre of plays? I was actually shocked to find out how famous Martin McDonagh, he even won an Academy Award for one of his short films. One other fact that was valuble to know about the play was the truth behind the "Man of Aran" documentary. The characters refered to it, and it turns out to be an actual film. Frost/Nixon playgoer's guide group also presented what they thought should go into the companion, and they also did a great job. I think they chose the right material for the panflet.

I also went to see Frost/Nixon in Saint John this past week, and it was a great experience. I enjoyed traveling there with the people of our class, it was a lot of fun. The production was the best I have seen yet; set and theatre company wise. I thought they handled the scene changes very well, and the set design worked great with the story.
I guess until next time!