snapdragons and the scottish play
A couple of weeks ago, I went to the farmer’s market for the first time in a while! Things dry up around there during the winter, and the vendors dwindle until only the apple and potato farmers and cheese monger remain. Now that it’s spring, it’s thriving again. I found some beautiful snapdragons - a flower that has been a favorite of mine since childhood due to its fun name and “interactive” nature. Does everyone know how to make the dragon on a snapdragon roar?
That evening, I went to the Polonsky Shakespeare Center with some friends. That theatre is probably my favorite one in the city. They show a variety of modern and classic plays, with an emphasis on Shakespeare, and if you’re under 30, you can get tickets that would normally be $100+ for just $20.
It’s always fun to get dressed up for the theatre. I had fun picking out an outfit with a Shakespearean flair. I ended up settling on a black shirt that reminds me of something I’d see at the Renaissance Faire, and paired it with a beautiful skirt my grandmother and cousin got for me in India. I’ve been trying to incorporate more Indian clothing into my wardrobe lately. I am half Indian, and I love to celebrate and connect with my Indian culture through my clothing! The beautiful bright colors used in many Indian pieces suit my style well too.
I met up with my friends, who had also dressed up beautifully, at Café Paulette before the show. Café Paulette sits right beside Fort Greene park, and is a beautiful spot for lunch or dinner if you’re looking to sit outside. They also serve their burgers and sandwiches with both salad and fries, so you don’t have to choose. Amazing.
We saw Macbeth: an undoing, a retelling of Macbeth that focuses on Lady Macbeth’s story. It wasn’t as different from the original as I thought it would be, but I liked that. In general, the show was wonderful. The lighting and audio were very powerful, and I was impressed by how clearly the actors communicated the story and their feelings despite using complex Shakespearean language. I suppose that’s a prerequisite for a Shakespeare actor, but it was still inspiring to see. It made me want to go home and learn an intense Shakespearean monologue. Perhaps I shall.
