last night, shakespeare in the park, i.e. highland park in rochester (also designed by frederick law olmsted). the production was a colorful, fast-paced, punk-inspired take on “romeo and juliet” – not to my 16-year old daughter’s liking (she’s a purist who knows much of the play by heart) but i thought it was great fun. loved the diversity of the cast (Shakespeare Players of Rochester) and found chris peterkin, who played romeo, to be particularly wonderful. great set and lighting. some high-octane music. popcorn, soda, and an enthusiastic audience seated comfortably in folding chairs or lounging on blankets. a great evening!
