There is no question that Malvolio is abused through a practical joke that goes too far. Some people have questioned whether Shakespeare’s attitude towards this mistreatment was a sympathetic one. It’s possible that he was indeed mocking Puritanical morality, and … Continue reading
Malvolio…a passport to Heaven
Following Olivia’s exit from III.iv, (aka: The Yellow Stockings Scene) the actor playing Malvolio is left with the very basic problem of what to do while the others come in to taunt him. The text suggests that he believes Olivia … Continue reading
Malvolio…Art any more than a steward?
In retrospect, the arc of a character can seem an obvious, foregone conclusion; but the process of achieving it is not. Moments of inspiration are unpredictable. Insights to the role come in unexpected places. They often reveal themselves to you … Continue reading
Malvolio…M-M-M
My artistic process is non-linear and collaborative. It has been as varied as the material, the directors, the designers, and the actors with whom I work. To begin, I read carefully and try to clarify what is unique about the … Continue reading
Malvolio…by this hand.
Though I do not actively look for a key to unlock the secrets of a performance, I have discovered that each one usually contains a golden moment or element, a heart or core out of which the rest of the … Continue reading