Revolutionary Elements in American and Russian Theatre, 1880 – 1980
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A twenty-page paper which looks at the work of selected Russian and American dramatists during the period 1880 to 1980, and assesses the ways in which their work, both in terms of form and content, afforded a revolutionary perspective on the socio-cultural systems of the time. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Rigging And Costume
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Most people go to the theater in order to watch a 'production' that is interesting and entertaining. This 8 page paper explores the role of the equipment and people that are 'behind the scenes'. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KThmprig.wps

Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Oklahoma!"
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5 pages in length. Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Oklahoma!," easily one of the world's most beloved musical productions, sports a theme of celebration in relation to the spirit of rebirth and renewal. That this particular production openly addresses in the overwhelmingly difficult aspect of social change is indicative of its ability to reach out and connect with all who experience it. Based upon the Lynn Riggs play entitled "Green Grow the Lilacs," Rodgers & Hammerstein's "Oklahoma!" touches upon the same components of social struggle that are found in the original adaptation; this version, however, does so in such a manner as to both enthrall and enlighten the audience. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Rodgers And Hammerstein's "Carousel"
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8 pages in length. Rodgers and Hammerstein's Carousel – the classic tale of love and redemption – is arguably one of the most beloved and frequently produced plays of all musicals. The lighthearted yet poignant tale of naïveté and social comeuppance provides the audience with a sense of whimsy combined with the underlying theme of deceit and betrayal. Carousel's musical structure in the Paper Mill Playhouse's production is typically associated with familiar Rodgers and Hammerstein fare, representing a combined style of music and dance that is quite indicative of its time period. The writer reviews a local production of Carousel. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Role of Women in Society in 3 Works
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A 5 page essay that examines three classic works -- Aristophanes' Lysistrata, Shakespeare's King Lear and Richard Sheridan's School for Scandal -- in regards to how they portray women's role in society. The writer argues that an of these works, which are separated in time by centuries, demonstrates the universality of patriarchal attitudes that have served to suppress women within these societies. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khass.rtf

Romeo And Juliet, West Side Story
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This 5 page paper explores the idea of hero in Romeo And Juliet by William Shakespeare and the Broadway musical, West Side Story. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Significance of Nora’s Financial Contract With Krogstad in Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House”
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A 5 page paper which examines how Nora’s agreement with Krogstad becomes one of the signal events in her transformation from dependent wife and mother to independent woman. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TGnorkro.rtf

Socially Subservient -- The Women of “Othello,” “A Doll’s House,” and “The Great Gatsby”
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This 6 page report discusses the socially subservient roles of women in theses three works of literature. Throughout history, it has been men’s perceptions regarding the women they love that have defined the final aspects of who women are “allowed” to be. As a result, women have generally accepted men’s views of them since men have traditionally been those controlling the well-being and fate of women. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Socrates as Perceived by Aristophanes and Plato
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A 6 page paper which examines how these individuals present two radically diverse opinions of the Greek philosopher in Aristophanes’ “The Clouds” and in Plato’s “Apology” and “Crito.” Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGplaris.rtf

Sophocles’ “Oedipus the King”
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A 5 page paper which examines how this tragic masterpiece articulates Sophocles’ religious notions, which serve as his greatest innovation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: TGoedrel.rtf

Stage and Television Adaptations of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman”
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A 7 page paper which compares and contrasts the original 1949 stage production with the 1985 TV-movie within the literary contexts of plot, theme, setting, and character. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGdos.rtf

Staging a Historically Accurate Production of William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
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A 6 page paper which examines how to stage this play based on the dramatic element of spectacle described in Aristotle’s “Poetics” and considers the major themes the play dramatizes, how the classification of the play as a comedy affects staging, appearance of the characters (i.e., age, class) and the style of dress. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGstamnd.rtf