Jimmy DeVita’s adaptation of Hamlet created a geometric, Noir-like world that heightened the pressures of patriarchal masculinity - to not show emotion, to be an agreeable son, to be an obedient daughter, to not ask probing questions of authority - creating a crucible that Hamlet, Ophelia, and Laertes sought to escape at any cost.
Hamlet by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre 2022
Directed by James DeVita
Voice & Text Coach: Sara Becker
Assistant Director: Jake Penner
Costume Design: Daniele Tyler Mathews
Scenic Design: Takeshi Kata
Lighting Design: Jason Fassl
Sound Design & Original Music: André Pluess
Fight Director: Jeb Burris
Assistant Costume Designer: Kelly Myers
Stage Manager: Evelyn Matten
Photos by Liz Lauren