Dave and I just returned home from a three-day holiday in Stratford, Ontario. We stayed in our favourite place, The Stone Maiden Inn and attended two stage productions: Macbeth and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.
Macbeth was wonderful, a frightening rendition. Surprisingly, it was set in modern-day Africa. Although faithful to the script, naming Scotland as the central focus, many cast members, including Lady Macbeth, were dressed brilliantly in full African attire. Tribal music added to the African allure and provided a sense of foreboding throughout. The juxtaposition of setting and set made for an interesting play.
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum was an hilarious delight from front to finish. Dave and I laughed out loud, something we seldom do no matter how clever the comedy.
We had a wonderful time, ate some delicious food, went on a river boat tour and browsed the shops and craft stores.
We had a wonderful time, ate some delicious food, went on a river boat tour and browsed the shops and craft stores.
We're fortunate to live close to Stratford, to be able to make an annual event of going to a couple of plays and staying in a quaint Victorian Inn.
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