Death of a Salesman - Nathan Lane - 2021 — Page 2

viagalactica6 said: "Having Sharon D Clarke singing at the end of the funeral like that was heartbreaking and shows how music can really add an extra dimension sometimes.

I am not really sure about having Ms. Clarke singing at the funeral scene. I hate it so when white directors place Black folks singing in white play classics some mournful spiritual song.Like in the Scarlett Johannsen production of Cat On a Hot Tin Roof and the director had all the Black actors singing spirituals at one point. Believe me, as you saw for yourself, Ms. Clarke is a strong enough actress that she didn't need to be burdened with a song in order to provide some kind of dramatic impact."



Just a reminder that the production is a co-directed by Miranda Cromwell, a black woman - not assistant-directed, but co-directed. Every creative decision would either have been made by Cromwell, or thoroughly discussed with her. That doesn’t necessarily negate everything you’re saying, but I think it’s important to keep in mind when considering the racial optics of the production.

borrrrrrring this is such a borrrrring idea

Thrilled see Lane and Metcalf in these roles, but it is indeed a shame that New York audiences won't get to see Clarke and Pierce in them. They were riveting in London.

Mike Barrett said: "Damiensta said: "Benjamin Walker as Biff?"

Yep, here's your answer.

As someone who has never seen or read this play, IM THRILLED!!!"

He was a highlight for me in All My Sons last season so pleaaase!