Recently we had the opportunity (thanks to Metro Magazine and Auckland Theatre Company), to delve back into the world of live theatre, with John Logan’s RED. After experiencing Mark Rothko’s famous paintings in person at Tate Modern a few years ago, to view John Logan’s version of his back story was captivating.
John Logan has graced us with many award winning achievements, such as Sweeney Todd, The Aviator and The Last Samurai. Michael Hurst excels as Rothko, under the direction of Oliver Driver, and John Parker takes us into Rothko's New York studio with emotive set and costume design. Real primer, real canvas, real paint splashes to contend.
As a fine art enthusiast in my spare time, escaping the precision of spatial design and expressing yourself on a large format medium interests me. An exploration into the physical expressive act of painting, and the painting’s effect on the audience, much like Rothko’s paintings were intended to adorn a space, and evoke an ambience for diners (much to his dismay).
John Logan has graced us with many award winning achievements, such as Sweeney Todd, The Aviator and The Last Samurai. Michael Hurst excels as Rothko, under the direction of Oliver Driver, and John Parker takes us into Rothko's New York studio with emotive set and costume design. Real primer, real canvas, real paint splashes to contend.
As a fine art enthusiast in my spare time, escaping the precision of spatial design and expressing yourself on a large format medium interests me. An exploration into the physical expressive act of painting, and the painting’s effect on the audience, much like Rothko’s paintings were intended to adorn a space, and evoke an ambience for diners (much to his dismay).
I believe art should be an experience, much like tradeshows, events and product showcases – engaging with your audience in the experiential field with interactivity is an essential bridge to cross.
