The atmosphere at the Roundabout Theater was a lot different from The Opera: it was a lot more casual, but there was still a sense of serious-ness. The ceiling and red/cheetah print carpet gave off an old-school glam vibe that was an odd contrast to the more casual attire of the audience.

The music throughout the performance was dark and gloomy. I found it very abrupt and unfitting for the transitions of each scene. It was interesting how both the wedding and funeral were the darkest portions of the play, with silence and slow movements just emphasizing their gloominess.

Besides the gloominess, the play did offer some room for comic relief in the forms of Camille and the Raquin guests. Camille’s exaggerated personality, although idiotic and childish, brought light onto a dark, adult story. The guests that came also brought some comedy into the play. The niece was the only person throughout the whole play wearing bright, vibrant colors, signaling that we don’t really need to take her too seriously. Her uncle and the other guest also provided some humor in their actual lines. Although the play itself remained a more serious one, these characters gave the audience some room to breathe after really serious, dark scenes.