Woman’s Hour

Women’s Hour – 9th Sept

So far we have looked briefly at Berkoff’s aesthetic, focusing initially on his use of the chorus in his work.  We watched a little bit of Berkoff’s 1991 production of ‘The Trial’ and after watching ‘Woman’s Hour’ by Shit Theatre we discussed women as a theme and the concept of in-yer-face theatre as an ispiration for our work.  We also made links between Berkoff and in-yer-face theatre.

Use of make up and costume in Woman’s Hour

Long ties suggest phallic imagery.

Painted on moustaches and the choice of costume (men’s white boxers) suggest that women are not taken seriously.

White painted faces (Berkoff technique) – mime like

We were able to make connections and understand the message and intent of ‘Woman’s Hour’ despite the crude, graphic and confrontational nature of the production.