Ways to Change the World with Krishnan Guru-Murthy Clint Dyer on dealing with dyslexia, racism, his admiration for Shakespeare and his vision for directing
Nov 25, 2022
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Early Othello Experience
- Clint Dyer's first encounter with Othello involved white actors in blackface, creating a contradiction.
- He wanted to be part of the industry that celebrated Shakespeare but questioned the practice.
Shakespeare Interpretation
- Dyer emphasizes that interpretation is key in storytelling, viewing Shakespeare's words as a map.
- The director's intervention shapes the narrative, and audiences connect with characters.
Stratford East Influence
- Dyer's experience at Stratford East, working with director Mike Lee and improvisation, shaped his approach.
- He developed his voice as an actor and writer, influenced by their focus on working-class actors.