George Bernard Shaw’s most popular play comes to Limelight Theatre this October.
Directed by Jacob Turner, Pygmalion is the classic story of Eliza Doolittle a young, lower-class Cockney girl who, in a short time, is transformed into a refined lady of the upper class.
The play, first performed in 1913, lampoons the British class system of the day and provides countless comedic moments.
The play was the inspiration for the musical My Fair Lady, as well as the films She’s All That and Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen. While the Willy Russell play Educating Rita also borrows it’s plot.
The production’s director said it was a challenging work to incorporate your own ideas into.
“The biggest challenge is remaining true to the original concepts while also trying to incorporate my own distinct vision for the production,” Turner said.
“I have a fantastic cast and production crew who are intently focused on putting together the best possible adaptation of Pygmalion, which has created a great atmosphere and made my work to this point a pleasure.”
First performing at Limelight Theatre in 2012’s Sunset Boulevard, Turner has also appeared in Hairspray, Pride and Prejudice, The Darling Buds of May and Skylight. In 2013, he appeared in Two Weeks with the Queen at Stirling Theatre.
“Shaw’s writing, particularly his use of language and characters in Pygmalion, are what initially inspired me to direct this production,” Turner said.
“His sharp wit and clearly-defined characters make his vision very clear.
“I was also looking for a new personal challenge after acting for many years and Pygmalion seemed the logical choice for me.”
The show has had many notable productions since it was first staged in 1913. Dame Diana Rigg (The Queen of Thorns in Game of Thrones) starred in a 1974 production. More recently Michelle Dockerty from Downtown Abbey played Eliza Doolittle in a 2007 production, and in 2010 Cush Jumbo from The Good Fight took on the role.
Pygmalion plays at 8pm October 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20 and 21 with a 2pm matinee October 15. Book at www.limelighttheatre.com.au Limelight Theatre is located on Civic Drive, Wanneroo.
Source: Press Release
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