Shakespeare in a warehouse with Branagh's chaotic energy? Yes, and it's magnificent.
The tale begins when a brother and sister are separated in a shipwreck, but survive to be washed up on the shore of Illyria. The sister, Viola, disguises herself as a man and takes service with Duke Orsino, who has fallen in love with Lady Olivia. Entrusted with pleading on her master's behalf, Viola is utterly disconcerted to find that Olivia has fallen in love with her. Thus begins the confusion of this delightful comedy.
Acting
Frances Barber's Viola/Cesario carries the whole glorious mess.
Direction
Branagh's intimate warehouse staging makes it feel like you're eavesdropping.
Production
Industrial minimalism that lets the language absolutely sing.
Director
Paul Kafno
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