In the article, we will talk about the actors of the play “These Free Butterflies”. Not everyone watched this gorgeous performance, but everyone should have at least some idea of it. Beautiful production, talented actors and high skill of everyone who invested in the creation of this performance will allow you to experience the wonderful atmosphere of high art.
Story line
The story tells about a young man who decides to live separately in order to prove to himself and the world around him that he is independent. The name is guy Donald. In the neighborhood lives a young girl named Jill, who got married early, and only 6 days after the wedding she ran away from her newly-made husband. She also wanted to prove to everyone around her that she was able to live alone. The girl finds a common language with the guy without any problems. After a while, she begs to visit him and starts a sweet conversation. However, almost immediately it turns out that Donald has one unpleasant feature - he is blind. Despite this, Jill is amazed at how cheerful, open-minded and cheerful the guy is. Almost always, he jokes and laughs. They often talk in the evenings, and soon fall in love with each other. Jill sees in him a deep man who is able to adequately perceive the world.
About characters
Let's talk a little about the characters of our main characters. Reviews of the play "These Free Butterflies" are radically different. There are people who are delighted, but there are those who completely disliked the performance or did not understand his idea. However, there are no indifferents who, after watching the performance, have no emotions left. The actors of “These Free Butterflies” perfectly conveyed the characters described by the author. So, get to know them better.
Donald is a philosopher. He argues a lot, but does not bother. He laughs, enjoys life and a new day. At the same time, he believes that in reality the blind person is one who refuses to see problems and troubles in life, and not the one who is blind for physiological reasons. And this is true, because many people literally hide from problems, preferring to live with them all their lives, than to think carefully and solve them once.
Jill
She is not such a philosopher as Don, but she is a living real one, that’s what impresses her. The principles and views of the couple coincide. The girl is very talkative and frivolous, easily makes contact. She dreamed of becoming an actress all her life. Jill knew perfectly well that this was not so easy to achieve, so she was ready for any method. She strives for success and luxury, because she has quite strong ambitions that make her move forward. The name of the play echoes the character of the main character, because the sweet girl is very similar to a free butterfly, which flutters from flower to flower, and thinks only of itself. She is concentrated in her desires and aspirations, and other interests, problems and empathy do not bother her at all. At the same time, she will not begin to bring evil or problems to someone on purpose, most likely she simply will not notice someone else's grief. In a conversation, Jill confesses to Donald that she never really loved anyone. You can see that in her heart she is afraid of this feeling, because she believes that in the end someone will be hurt. She does not want to think about that wonderful feeling that two people in love experience. Her inner gaze is focused only on the dark sides. A funny element of the plot is Jill's huge appetite, which is present in many scenes and slightly discharges them.
Mother
The beginning of the plot of "These Free Butterflies" we have already considered. Also drew attention to the main characters, and now dwell on the secondary participants in the play. Special attention is given to Donald's mother, whose name is Mrs. Baker. She is a writer. The son sees her as a strong woman who pulls a huge burden on herself. Donald says that after the death of his father, his mother began to embody her father, and doctors, and the police, and school, and so on. That is why he decided to live separately, because the control from his mother was simply unthinkable. At the same time, Baker feels guilty and is trying in every possible way to protect his supposedly little son from the harsh reality of the world. In principle, it can be understood, since she, like any mother, just wants to protect her own son from trouble. However, it is important to understand the fine line and not step over it in order to maintain warm feelings between loved ones. Mother sees her son as a little helpless boy who is not capable of anything. That is precisely its main problem. Yes, he left her because she felt like a hamster, who is kept in a cage and is not allowed out.
Continuation of the plot
Many reviews of the play "These Free Butterflies" concern just the heroine of the mother. After all, as it turns out later, she is somewhat right. Time passed, and Donald and Jill became pretty close. Once he invited her to dinner, and she told him that she was moving to the first producer she came across who offered her a role in a cheap performance. And then he realizes that in the words of his mother was a grain of truth. He faces a difficult choice: to confront life on his own or to return to a warm motherly embrace. But he is completely alone with his pain. He said that it was better to be blind physiologically, like him, rather than wretched. Jill leaves, but not in order to flutter like a butterfly into a new life, but in order to return. Perhaps she herself does not yet realize this, but she has already fallen in love with a sincere and kind guy with a pure heart, who has won a place in her heart.
Actors
Valery Garkalin in the play play an important role. In principle, we can say that there are only 4 main actors involved. These are Mrs. Baker, Jill, Donald and Ralph Austin. Recall that Valery Garkalin is a national artist of Russia. His role is episodic. He appears on stage a few minutes before the end of the play. However, his intervention is so gentle and appropriate that it fits perfectly into the whole picture.
It is also worth noting Pavel Skate, who played the role of Donald. The reviews, which we will discuss further, relate to this actor in many ways. Pavel Konek played at the Gomel Drama Theater from a young age . Behind him are many interesting talented works.
Taisiya Vvedenskaya played the role of Jill. She perfectly turned into a young frivolous girl who herself does not know what she wants from life. She assures everyone that she has high ideals and dreams, but in fact she has a cold heart. However, she is not hopeless, because a blind and kind guy was able to melt him.
Also in the play "These Free Butterflies" Anna Bolshova played a significant role. She did not play the main role, but her presence in the play gave him a special touch. It can be said that the roles of V. Garkalin and A. Bolshova, although episodic, are very bright.
Sergey Tereshchuk
The production was carried out by Sergey Tereshchuk. He was born in the winter of 1968 in the Ukrainian city of Chernivtsi. He studied at the Azerbaijan State University of Arts. He later graduated from the directing department in St. Petersburg at the State Academy of Theater Arts. Since 2007, he began to try himself as an actor, but at the same time he did not forget about directing. Among his works it is worth noting the following: "According to the tales of Marshak", "Glitches", "Cynics", "Blue Puppy", "Not Remembering Evil."
Director talent
Many note the excellent work of the director, and also say that he himself is a talented actor. Some also wonder why Sergei did not take part as an actor in this performance, because he could be a very suitable role for Donald. However, Sergei Tereshchuk shares the directorial acting, and believes that these are two different professions that do not need to be combined. Critics and the public reacted positively to this work of Tereshchuk. Many noted that the production was very lively and real, as if the man himself experienced this story. The director of "These Free Butterflies" showed that a real performance can be created not only by a well-trained professional, but also to those who feel subtle and vivid, and can convey this feeling to the viewer.
Positive reviews
As for the positive reviews about the play “These Free Butterflies”, many say that the story is very thought out to the very details. This is what captivates the viewer, because such a picky and attentive attitude to work immediately catches the eye. Thanks to this, the absolute canvas of history is formed, which makes it possible not only to observe, but to penetrate and live all together with the heroes. Viewers also notice that the performance is very modern. It seems to be an ordinary story, but it is shown in a modern way. No one will deny that in the modern world this happens, though not often, but in such a context.
Before the show, many said that it would be a provincial performance, but these people were mistaken. Even spectators from Moscow and other big cities note that the performance was unusual and amazing, it immersed them in a completely different atmosphere, which they had not felt before. Moreover, many say that they would like to visit theaters again to watch the performance as a family. Despite the fact that the story seems to be youth, it nevertheless tells about family values, about how important it is to find a loved one and more importantly not to lose him. It was also noted that this story makes it possible to laugh, cry, and even think. It is impossible not to note the game of the actors, because all the spectators noticed that they are quite young. At the same time, the vast majority of viewers note that the actors did an excellent job with their task and showed real emotions, which is rare in many theaters.
Negative reviews of the play "These Free Butterflies"
Many do not like the fact that the deep meaning of the production is hidden under a superficial plot. Yes, people agree that the idea is really good, but they are repelled by a too-beaten and simple story. Some did not like the game of certain actors, but this is a very subjective opinion, because each person imagines a certain picture in his own way. Not everyone liked the performance design. Some found the costumes and decor a bit inappropriate. Although everyone recognized that the costumes were beautiful, neat and consistent with the image. But part of the audience did not like all this tinsel. However, there are few of them.
Also, people believe that this is not the most amazing performance, but it is worth seeing it at least once. A very large number of people spoke negatively about the situation in the theater itself, because it is not always possible to choose your roommate. That is why you have to put up with arrogant, talkative and too active spectators who do not allow others to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of theatrical mystery and fully feel what is happening on the stage.
Shelter comedians
It is worth noting the staging of the play "These Free Butterflies" at the Comedians Shelter. Other actors played roles here, however this production has collected approximately the same number of positive reviews. Perhaps in order to better understand and feel this story, you need to look at just two options.