Bottom’s Dream – Traverse Theatre
Martin O’Connor, that champion of youth theatre and new Scots writing, creates an absorbing, modern-day monologue as William Shakespeare’s mechanical, Nick Bottom. Ably directed by Debbie Hannan and Assistant Director, Morgan Ferguson, this 54-minute piece was clever, varied and entertaining.
The set and costumes by Heather Grace Currie are simplicity itself, and yet supremely apt. The setting holds up and expands the creative, poetic words of Martin O’Connor. Yes. The writer and performer are one and the same. Taking conceptual work to firm reality takes time, determination and shovel-loads of deep thinking.
This piece felt very true. It hinged on Bottom’s desire to play any part in any way the director wants; to be given a chance despite his background. His earnest fumbling and...