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Interview with Mark Rylance
What was your first impression of the character of Olivia? Answer
How did this impression change as the season progressed? Answer
Olivia's dress alters in Act IV. How does this costuming decision relate to the character's journey throughout the play? Answer
Why is Olivia so adamant that she ‘cannot’ love Orsino? Answer
How would you describe Olivia's position in relation to Sir Toby Belch and Malvolio? Answer
Malvolio threatens revenge in the final scene of Twelfth Night. Would it be true to say Shakespeare anticipated the trials of 1642 by casting a shadow over the end of the comedy? Answer
How do you think might Olivia respond to Malvolio's threats of revenge? Answer
Twelfth Night has had a long run. What are the challenges facing any actor who has to sustain a performance over a long period of time? Answer
In what ways did the particular playing conditions at the Globe help you sustain your performance? Answer
The possibility of touring Twelfth Night is being discussed. How would you feel about returning to the character of Olivia? Answer
You played Hamlet on tour in Italy. Twelfth Night can be interpreted as having a melancholic aspect; do you see any parallels between Hamlet's character and Olivia? Answer
In what ways does the use of original practices affect productions at the Globe? Answer
Would it be true to say that Twelfth Night lends itself particularly to an original practices production? Answer
Different design schemes have been proposed to decorate the Globe Theatre auditorium. What are your thoughts on the decoration of the auditorium, and how does the present décor affect choices about the style of a production? Answer
What are your plans for next season at the Globe? Answer