For this episode, we delved into the climactic Act IV, or the Arthur Act, of King John. Among many things, we discussed the strange and brutal Oedipal resonances of Arthur’s planned execution, & how the violence of this act marks a drastic shift in the style and tone of the play.
Olivia Rose Barresi, Sam Gibbs, Meg Hachmann, Julia Larsen, Liam Mitchell, & Rafe Terrizzi facilitated by Ariana Karp continue our exploration. Unfortunately Patrick Harvey was unable to join us for this episode, but don’t worry, he’ll be in the final play recording!