In 'Girl from the North Country', Todd Almond and Shirley Henderson discuss the impactful integration of Bob Dylan's 'Like a Rolling Stone' song into the show. Almond notes its unusual dramaturgy, highlighting character Elizabeth Laine's poignant situation during the Great Depression. Henderson emphasizes her newfound appreciation for Dylan’s music, recognizing its beauty and depth, expressing how her approach helped unveil the emotional stories behind the songs despite their complex alignment with the play's narrative. Simon Hale discusses the pressure of arranging such a renowned piece, indicating a deeper exploration of its significance within the production.
The dramaturgy of the Like a Rolling Stone moment is bizarre... Elizabeth Laine is a hard woman scraping by during the Great Depression and suffering early onset dementia.
I knew some of the songs but I had never listened to them the way I finally listened to them... To have been able to work with this material and discover the beauty of the songs.
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