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Tangible ghosts. ('Ghosts,' a play by Henrik Ibsen) (Notes from Abroad)

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From: American Theatre
Date: 19931201
Author:Gussow, Mel

The stage presentation of Henrik Ibsen's 'Ghosts' is being produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company at Stratford-upon-Avon. The work is being staged by Katie Mitchell, who at 28 is considered as one of the more talented young English directors. Mitchell's interpretation of the play creates an emotional experience for the audience as they trace the struggles of the characters. The cast includes Jane Lapotaire as the mother, Simon Russell Beale in the role of Oswald Alving and John Carlisle as the pastor.

STRATFORD-UPON-AVON: "An open drain," "unutterably offensive," "repulsive and ...

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