Radcliffe Nude in “Equus”
Apparently, 17-year-old “Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe and his parents are receiving criticism for his starring role in London’s West End production of the play “Equus”. Some parents of children who are fans of the teen star are up in arms over the appearance of one of their children’s role models appearing nude.
As the parent of a teenager (who is a huge fan of Harry Potter and Radcliffe)-and a fan myself-I, personally, have no problem with it. Daniel Radcliffe gives all the appearances of being a mature and self-aware young man. He chose to have an acting career and his parents have supported him in this. “Equus” is a deep and dramatic production, and Radcliffe’s role as a disturbed young man is an actor’s dream. Read Radcliffe’s defense of his role. It certainly sounds like that of a young man who is thinking of his career and not sensationalism
Personally I think, if the subject comes up at all, parents should simply explain to children that Radcliffe is an actor who takes on roles other than that of Harry Potter and that this particular role requires him to appear without clothing. I mean, really, people are making more of a big deal out of this than it should be!
I guess the major question, in the context of this blog, is: How would you feel about your own teenager pursuing a career or a part which required nudity? Would you allow them to do it? Do you think you could feel comfortable with it?
And the other question: Would you allow your teenage Daniel Radcliffe fan to see this play? Let me know how you feel.
Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter, Equus, teens, teenagers, parents, parenting, parenting teens
February 7th, 2007 at 11:32 pm
I would see it and I would let my kids see it too. I think it is wonderful that he is branching out beyond the Potter movies to create things that are more artful.
February 8th, 2007 at 6:01 am
I see we’re of the same mind, Tiffany! I’d like to Daniel have a long and successful career, and I hope this is big step toward that.