Essays on Theatre Page 4

Stephen Sondheim was born on 22 March 1930, the boy of a affluent New York frock maker. But, when his parents divorced, his female parent moved to Bucks County, Pennsylvania and immature Stephen found himself in the right topographic point at the right clip. A neighbor of his female parent ’ s, Oscar Hammerstein II,…

The complexity and beauty of classical ballet stem from its long history of development and evolution. However, some argue that the art form has veered too far from its classical roots. Nowadays, dance companies tend to favor contemporary pieces over classical ones, reflecting a growing trend of moving away from classical ballet. This shift may…

In my childhood, an old blueprint with a lingering ammonia smell was a doodling sheet for me. I have always been familiar with the world of architecture as my father is an architect. Although I have wandered quite a lot, I have till now developed my architectural philosophy and talent in my own way by…

“La Traviata” by VerdiPart I“La Traviata” is a three-act opera by Verdi which tells a story of life and love of Violetta – a fallen woman. The opera is based on the novel of Alexander Duma “La Dame aux Comelias”. “La Traviata” was written in 1853 and was performed for the first time in Venice…

In this writing piece I shall share a personal Journal of my acquaintanceship with a world of stage drama that was Just there in the alleys of midtown Manhattan along with other passing commercial business enterprises. This is the side of arts and literature that remained producing and presenting theater shows to the urban public….

Noh, the world’s oldest remaining theater art, is renowned for its elegant and precise movements, its utilization of exquisitely designed masks, and its distinctive style of dialogue that evokes a bygone era. Noh drama explores timeless human vulnerabilities, particularly the fleeting essence of love, and captivates the audience with its intense emotional impact. Additionally, Noh…

Streetcar Named Desire: My teacher assigned us scenarios to work on. I partnered with Faye, a woman from the local area who hadn’t ventured outside her borough, while I, on the other hand, was an adventurous woman who had explored various parts of the world. Initially, it seemed like a straightforward task, but then our…

Mercutio from “Romeo and Juliet” stands out among the illustrious cast of Shakespeare’s iconic characters with an irresistible charm. Mercutio is more than simply Romeo’s faithful buddy; his wit, cynicism, and energetic demeanor provide the love tragedy playing out in Verona complexity and contrast in addition to providing comedic relief. We learn more about Shakespeare’s…

Bangarra Dance Theatre’s Ochres premiered in 1995, with co-choreographers Stephen Page and Bernadette Walong, composer David Page, cultural consultant Djakapurra Munyarryun, lighting designer Joseph Mercurio and set designer Peter England. The production is a celebration of indigenous culture through dance. Stephen Page’s passion for dance stems from his desire to connect with traditional teachers and…

Dead Man’s Cell Phone On the 14th of April I saw Dead man’s cell phone at the Gordon Wilson theatre. The play whose playwright is Sarah Ruhl was directed by Dr. David Young. The protagonists of the play are Gordon played by Tyler Brown, Jean played by Kaitlyn Fouts, Mrs. Gottlieb played by Becca Trimbur,…