Alumni Camp's Macbeth

Although Session 1 ended on Sunday, the excitement of camp never pauses during summers at the ASC. This week, which falls in between Session 1 and Session 2 of ASC Theatre Camp, the ASC alumni camp is producing Macbeth. Campers who have aged out of both sessions have come together in a theatrical reunion under the direction of Matt Sincell. This weeklong frenzy is certainly intensive, as the twelve person cast rehearses around eight hours a day. After a move-in day, the alumni have only six days in which to memorize, block, and rehearse the entire play. Fortunately, these dedicated campers are so passionate about this play and about ASC Theatre Camp, that they are willing to suffer through these challenging conditions and commit themselves fully to this endeavor.

Watching the rehearsal process has been fascinating because the show is such an equal collaboration between actors and director. Matt is completely open to the campers’ visions and ideas for the show and many of them are incorporated throughout. Because this age group is eighteen and up, these actors are well equipped with the skills they gained attending ASC Theatre Camp, as well as general knowledge of theatrics.

Shakespeare’s Macbeth is notorious for its eeriness and violence, elements which the alumni are taking by stride, sparing the audience no mercy. The play’s magic is brought to life not only in the three witches, but also in Macbeth; this production highlights his interest in the supernatural. With fight scenes choreographed by Matt Sincell and Ben Curns, this production will raise goose-bumps on the skins of whoever dares to attend.

The performance will be on Sunday, July 15th at 5:00 p.m. at the Blackfriars Playhouse. Admission is free.

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--Emma Lo