The Tell-Tale Heart (2.5/5)
(Adapted and directed by Barrie Kosky [after Edgar Allan Poe] Performer: Martin Niedermair, Piano: Barrie Kosky)
CarriageWorks, Sydney.
22nd January 2009
Dramatically subtle opening fade to black sets-up a sinister tale, bookended by a spine chilling closing tableau; in-between a masterpiece is trying to escape. The madness of Niedermair’s character established I found his monologue insufficiently descriptive to hold my attention. Exceptionally dramatic lighting plays with the shadows and eerily sculpts Niedermair’s pale features. Kosky’s piano builds to a thunderous ending.
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