The Hints of Humor in "Anne Frank"

Day 2 of rehearsals for our production of "The Diary of Anne Frank" is over. After two days of looking over this script and coming home with more schoolwork (sorry, Lisa. I don't blog after midnight), I'm starting to pick up on certain things in this play. Yes, I know this is a tragic play, but to make the process somewhat easier, I've started looking for some humourous moments in the script. This is what I've found that may amuse the audience:

1. Anne's bubbly personality that drives all the adults insane

2. Mrs. VanDaan's stories about past boyfriends and favored luxuries

3. Anne poking fun at Peter's (lack of) social skills

4. Mr. and Mrs. VanDaan's constant fighting over the smallest issues

5. Mr. Dussel's hysterics over the cat

6. Mrs. VanDaan's fantasies about her husband and a bathtub

7. Mr. VanDaan's stress level without cigarettes and his longing for food

It may not look like much, but these small jokes certainly distract from the rather depressing themes of this play. But don't take my word for it! Come see for yourself when the show opens in November! Detalis coming soon...

Quote of the day: "Your partner is a genius."
-Christine