Interview wth Marcello Magni

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What was your first impression of the character of Lancelot Gobbo, and how did that change as the season progressed? Answer

How would you describe Launcelot Gobbo's function in the play? Answer

Actors often talk about their character's journey through a play. What do you think is Launcelot Gobbo's journey? How do you think his character changes or develops during the course of the play? Answer

The character of Launcelot Gobbo is regarded as a source of comedy and humour in the play. How do approach the task of creating a comic character? Answer

Your performance as Launcelot Gobbo is very physical. Is it important to you to work in this way? Answer

In the Pre-show and in the intervals you play a character in mask, a Harlequin. How is that style of performance different from your portrayal of Launcelot Gobbo? What does the mask allow you to do as a performer that you can not do without it? Answer

Both Launcelot Gobbo and Jessica betray Shylock. How would you describe Launcelot Gobbo's relationship with Jessica? Answer

Can you describe some of the ways in which you went about creating the character of Launcelot Gobbo during the rehearsal process? Answer

To what extent would you say that the physicality of a character comes first for you rather than the emotional journey of that character? Answer

How have you found the experience of working on the Globe stage and how does it differ from other spaces? Answer

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