Titus Andronicus Opens to Fainting Audeinces at The Globe

The video discusses a revival of Lucy Bailey's 2006 production at the Globe Theatre, known for its intense and violent scenes. The production is so vivid that it causes audience members to faint, with first aiders on standby. The immersive experience is compared to the Colosseum in Rome, highlighting the brutality and intensity of the performance. The video also reflects on Shakespeare's ability to captivate audiences, comparing the production to modern films like those of Tarantino.

What is the primary focus of Lucy Bailey's 2006 production revival?

• To showcase the comedic elements of the play

• To modernize the language of the original script

• To highlight the romantic aspects of the story

• To emphasize the dark and violent nature of the play

What is a notable reaction from the audience during the play?

• They often laugh at the comedic scenes

• They sing along with the actors

• They leave the theater early

• Many faint due to the intense violence

What safety measure is mentioned in response to audience reactions?

• Providing earplugs for loud scenes

• Offering refunds for those who leave early

• Having first aiders present at every performance

• Distributing scripts to follow along

How does the play's setting at the Globe enhance its intensity?

• The use of modern lighting techniques

• The proximity of the audience to the action

• The open-air environment reduces sound

• The audience is seated far from the stage

How does the modern audience's reaction to the play compare to that of the Elizabethan audience?

• Both audiences react similarly to the violence

• Modern audiences are less affected by violence

• Elizabethan audiences were more sensitive

• Modern audiences have a greater bloodlust