Ophelia Thinks Harder

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A popular play that has been produced several times throughout New Zealand. Of special interest to anyone interested in New Zealand women's issues, theatre and Shakespeare. Deals with issues such as patriarchy, marriage, the cult of the virgin and the oppression of women in our society. These 19 characters can be played with a minimum of 9 actors doubling, if preferred. A riotous reworking of Shakespeare s Hamlet. Featuring Ophelia, her maid, St Joan and a couple of locals -- Rosencrantz and Guildenstern. (7 male, 12 female)