The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Quiz

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Who were the founding members of the Reduced Shakespeare Company?

Long, Singer, and Winfield

What was the name of the theatre in London where The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) ran for nine years?

Criterion Theatre

What was the justification for combining all the comedies into one convoluted reading?

They all recycle the same plot devices anyway

How was the portrayal of the histories different in at least one German production?

As a soccer match Signup and view all the answers

What was the justification for shortening Julius Caesar to just his death?

Unknown Signup and view all the answers

What did the actors use to explain all about ketchup and mustard and other elements during the abridged version of Macbeth?

Poor Scottish accents Signup and view all the answers

Why did Adam refuse to perform Coriolanus?

Due to the vulgarity of the title Signup and view all the answers

What did the audience do during the Nunnery Scene in Hamlet?

One audience member portrayed Ophelia while the rest of the audience made up her subconscious Signup and view all the answers

What did the actors do at the end of the performance of Hamlet?

Repeated it several times increasing their speed of delivery, and finished by reciting it backwards Signup and view all the answers

What is The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) about?

A parody of Shakespeare's plays performed by three actors Signup and view all the answers

Who are the authors of 'The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)'?

Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield Signup and view all the answers

What is the style of the play?

Comedy Signup and view all the answers

What is the fourth wall in theater?

The wall that separates the audience from the stage Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of improvisation in the play?

It plays an important role Signup and view all the answers

Do the actors use their real names in the play?

Yes, they use their real names Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the director and stage crew in the performance?

They become characters themselves Signup and view all the answers

Are there any footnotes in the script?

Yes, and they are often included in the performance Signup and view all the answers

Does the play involve audience participation?

Yes, it involves audience participation Signup and view all the answers

Are performers encouraged to update outdated references and jokes in the script?

Yes, they are strongly encouraged to update outdated references and jokes Signup and view all the answers

Do performances of the play differ even with the same cast?

Yes, performances differ even with the same cast Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Founding Members of the Reduced Shakespeare Company

The founding members of the Reduced Shakespeare Company are not specified in the provided text.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

The play ran for nine years at the Criterion Theatre in London.
The comedies are combined into one convoluted reading, justified by the fact that they are all so similar.
In at least one German production, the histories were portrayed differently, but the exact difference is not specified.

Julius Caesar and Macbeth

Julius Caesar is shortened to just his death in the abridged version, justified by the fact that "it's a tragedy, it's a tragedy, and then he dies".
In the abridged version of Macbeth, actors used cards to explain all about ketchup and mustard and other elements.

Adam and Coriolanus

Adam refused to perform Coriolanus, but the reason is not specified.

Hamlet

During the Nunnery Scene, the audience gets involved, but the exact nature of their involvement is not specified.
At the end of the performance of Hamlet, the actors take a bow.

About the Play

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) is a play that abridges all of Shakespeare's works into a single show.
The play is written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield.
The style of the play is fast-paced, irreverent, and humorous.
The play often breaks the fourth wall, involving the audience in the performance.
Improvisation plays a significant role in the play, allowing actors to respond to unexpected events.
Actors do not use their real names in the play.

Production and Performance

The director and stage crew play a significant role in the performance, but their specific roles are not specified.
There are no footnotes in the script.
Audience participation is a key element of the play, with the audience often involved in the performance.
Performers are encouraged to update outdated references and jokes in the script to keep the play fresh.
Even with the same cast, performances of the play can differ significantly.