“Actors are in period costume. When switching from one play to another, a loud electronic sound is heard, followed by a brief blackout, during which the actors quickly enter and exit. The speed of these cast changes is key. I highly recommend reading or seeing the works mentioned in the foreword or others in the genre. It’s crucial to know the conventions that are colliding. It’s just as important to remain true to them despite the growing chaos onstage. None of the laughter should be coming fro...m the cast. The straighter it’s played, the funnier it will be. The image of a remote control could be copied onto programs as a nod to the play’s conceit. Making use of the following doubling possibilities reduces the cast requirements to 12 males and 8 females: REGINALD with PAVEL OLGA with MRS.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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