This came through recently from PERFORM, where it has garnered a few
replies, but it occurred to me that some of you might be able to help
him. Please send any responses direct to Scott at the address below, and
NOT to this list (he isn't a member of REED-L). A.
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Date: Thu, 31 Aug 1995 16:14:05 -0500
From: SCOTT A. CLARK. <[log in to unmask]>
To: Multiple recipients of list PERFORM <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: 15th Century Robin Hood plays
This is my first question to the group, so excuse me if I
sound awkward.
I am a senior studying Movement Theatre, and I am doing a
thesis concerning the 16th Century (I erred in the Subj) play
"Robin Hood and the Friar." I am using the PLS Performance Text
for the play itself. I am attempting to research the movement styles
that may be used in a performance of the play now, and the style of
performance used when the play was done at the Maye Games, concentrating
on stage combat techniques and Morris dancing. I would appreciate
any advice on where to look for information on this. I admit I am
really at a loss for where to even begin.
I would especially like to know the best source for Wyllyam
Copland's "A Mery Geste of Robyn Hoode and of Hys Lyfe".
Also, I hope to attempt a production of the play based on my
research, so any additional information concerning such performance
would be extremely helpful.
Thank you...
Scott A. Clark.
Towson State University, MD
