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theater-review1 year ago

"Zendaya Shines in Support of Tom Holland's West End 'Romeo & Juliet' Debut"

Tom Holland's return to the stage in Jamie Lloyd's modern take on "Romeo & Juliet" disappoints, with his subdued performance lacking the necessary passion. However, Francesca Amewudah-Rivers shines as Juliet, commanding the stage with her emotional depth and resilience. The production's minimalist aesthetic and innovative use of live camera projections add visual interest, but the overall muted approach detracts from the play's dramatic impact.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#francesca-amewudah-rivers#jamie-lloyd#london-theater
theater-review1 year ago

"Tom Holland's 'Romeo & Juliet' Falls Flat, Zendaya Shines"

Tom Holland's return to the stage in Jamie Lloyd's contemporary take on "Romeo & Juliet" disappoints, with his subdued performance lacking the necessary romantic and dramatic heat. However, Francesca Amewudah-Rivers shines as Juliet, delivering a commanding and emotionally charged performance that stands out in an otherwise muted production.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#francesca-amewudah-rivers#jamie-lloyd#london-theater
entertainment1 year ago

"Black Actors Rally in Support of Tom Holland's 'Romeo & Juliet' Co-Star Amid Racial Abuse"

Eight hundred Black performers signed a letter in support of Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, who is facing racial abuse online after being cast as Juliet alongside Tom Holland in the Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet. The letter, organized by Susan Wokoma and playwright Somalia Nonyé Seaton, condemns the abuse and highlights the frequent online targeting of Black performers. The Jamie Lloyd Company also issued a statement denouncing the racial abuse directed at a member of their company.

via Vulture|
#diversity#entertainment#francesca-amewudah-rivers
entertainment1 year ago

"Tom Holland Urged to Address Racial Abuse of 'Romeo & Juliet' Co-Star"

Over 800 predominantly Black female and nonbinary creatives have signed an open letter in support of Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, who has faced racist abuse after being cast as Juliet in the upcoming West End production of Romeo & Juliet. The letter condemns the abuse and expresses solidarity with Amewudah-Rivers and other Black women performers who face similar mistreatment. The Jamie Lloyd Company, the play’s producer, has also spoken out against the abuse and vowed to support and protect everyone in their company. Despite the controversy, neither Amewudah-Rivers nor her co-star, Tom Holland, have publicly addressed the situation.

via The A.V. Club|
#entertainment#francesca-amewudah-rivers#jamie-lloyd-company
entertainment1 year ago

"Black Actors Condemn Racial Abuse of 'Romeo & Juliet' Co-Star"

Prominent Black actors, including Lashana Lynch and Susan Wokoma, have signed an open letter condemning the online abuse faced by Francesca Amewudah-Rivers after she was cast as Juliet in a West End production of Romeo & Juliet alongside Tom Holland. The letter addresses the racist and misogynistic abuse directed at Amewudah-Rivers and criticizes the lack of support from theater companies and broadcasters in such situations. The Jamie Lloyd Company has also spoken out against the racial abuse and emphasized the need for artists to create work without facing online harassment.

via Deadline|
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arts-and-entertainment1 year ago

Francesca Amewudah-Rivers Faces Racial Abuse in 'Romeo & Juliet' Production

Racist trolls have targeted Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, a Black actress cast as Juliet in a London stage production of "Romeo & Juliet," with deplorable racial abuse and criticism of her appearance. The Jamie Lloyd Company, which is producing the play, has condemned the online harassment and emphasized the need to support and protect their artists. Despite the hateful comments, many have spoken out in support of Amewudah-Rivers, emphasizing the importance of uplifting and protecting her as she makes her West End debut.

via The Root|
#arts-and-entertainment#francesca-amewudah-rivers#online-harassment
entertainment1 year ago

London Theatre Condemns Racial Abuse Against 'Romeo & Juliet' Cast

The Duke of York Theatre in London's West End has condemned the "deplorable" racist abuse directed at the cast of its upcoming production of Romeo & Juliet, particularly towards newcomer Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, who is cast as Juliet opposite Tom Holland. The theatre company emphasized the need to support and protect its artists from online harassment, stating that any abuse will not be tolerated and will be reported. The production opens on May 23, with previews starting on May 11, and runs until August 3, featuring a talented cast including Freema Agyeman, Michael Balogun, and Tomiwa Edun.

via Deadline|
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