ORIG B'WAY CAST 2 LP PAUL SILLS STORY THEATRE 1970 COLUMBIA MASTERWORKS OR PRESS
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Paul Sills' Story Theatre was a unique and influential theatrical production that blended storytelling, improvisation, and music. It originated in the late 1960s and gained popularity in the 1970s. Here's a synopsis:
Concept:
- Storytelling as Theatre: The core idea was to bring classic stories to life through theatrical performance. These stories were often drawn from fairy tales (Grimm's Brothers), fables (Aesop), myths, and folk tales.
- Improvisation and Ensemble: Unlike traditional scripted plays, Story Theatre relied heavily on improvisation. The actors would use the basic structure of the story but would improvise dialogue, actions, and characterizations, creating a spontaneous and dynamic performance.
- Music as a Narrative Tool: Music played an integral role, with folk and rock songs woven into the storytelling to enhance the mood, emphasize themes, and provide transitions between scenes.
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Performance Style:
- Minimalist Staging: Productions often featured simple sets and costumes, allowing the focus to remain on the storytelling and the actors' performances.
- Ensemble Acting: The actors worked as an ensemble, seamlessly shifting between different characters and narrators within a story.
- Physicality and Mime: Physicality and mime were important elements, with actors using gestures, movements, and expressions to convey emotions and actions.
Impact and Legacy:
- Influence on Theatre: Paul Sills' Story Theatre had a significant impact on the development of improvisational theatre and influenced many theatre companies and performers.
- Revivals and Adaptations: The Story Theatre concept has been revived and adapted by various theatre groups over the years, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Original Cast Album:
- An original cast album was released, capturing the energy and creativity of the production. It features the actors performing excerpts from the stories and singing the songs that were part of the show.
If you're interested in innovative and imaginative theatre, Paul Sills' Story Theatre is definitely worth exploring!
LISTEN “Henny Penny”
- 1983 Original Soundtrack LP Released on Varese Sarabande # STV-81187 (Stereo).
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Composer: Bob Dylan, Country Joe McDonald, George Harrison, Hamid Hamilton Camp. Cast: Melinda Dillon, Mary Frann, Paul Sand, Richard Libertini, Peter Bonerz, Hamid Hamilton Camp, Valerie Harper, Richard Schaal, True Brethren. (With dialogue.)
- This is a Sealed Gatefold Album and will perform with the Ultimate Sound Possible from this Recording. Slight rounding of corners. Clip mark by lower left edge. Sticker on front.
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