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The Differences Between the Play and Roxanne Versions of Cyrano Debegerac (262 words, 1 pages)

Cyrano Debegerac, the play and Roxanne the 80s version of the play have a lot of differences between them. In this essay I chose to write about three of the differences. In the first paragraph I decided to write about how he was a fireman in the 80s version and ... Read More

The Theatre of Ancient Greece and Rome (1234 words, 2 pages)

In times of struggle and hardship, people are constantly looking for ways to escape their reality. They have found release from their stress in practices such as exercise, therapy, and meditation. In the ancient times of Greece and Rome, life for the citizens was strict and sometimes harsh. During these ... Read More

A Short History of Theatre (1338 words, 5 pages)

Of the many types of entertainment and past times we have today, theatre is still oneof the most loved. For this we have to thank the very earliest forms of ancient Greekand Roman theatre. These ancient time plays were staged often in honor of a god andhave paved the way ... Read More

History of Football and It’s Other Version, Rugby (1486 words, 2 pages)

The sport of football is viewed by many as one of the most exciting and greatest sporting event of all. There are many reasons to believe this. Forms of football have been around for centuries. The history of modern football can be traced to the nineteenth century, where it has ... Read More

An Introduction to the History and the Origins of the Theatre of the Absurd: Sartre and Beckett (2197 words, 3 pages)

The very essence of Contemporary Theatre is that is such a diverse realm of performance art. Many different playwrights have contributed to this post World War Two theatre that instead of keeping to just one narrow genre it was able to branch out to cover all aspects and views of ... Read More

Comparison Between the Film and Book Version of Pocahontas (1026 words, 2 pages)

It can be easily assumed that almost everyone has heard the tale of the American Indian princess, Pocahontas the narrative of a mysterious young girl who rescues an English explorer from death only to fall in love and win his affections in return. It is one that is quite popular ... Read More

A Comparison of the Book and Movie Versions of Dangerous Liaisons (1299 words, 2 pages)

It is my intention to compare the book, Dangerous Liaisons by Choderlos de Laclos, to its modern movie version, Cruel Intentions starring Sarah Michelle Gellar. I intend to examine how the original French text was modified in reference to plot, character, moralsvalues, and themes. I also plan to discuss how ... Read More

An Analysis of the Show Swing at the St. James Theatre (2215 words, 6 pages)

I went to go see the show "Swing " at the St. James Theatre. The St. James Theatre was located next to the Helen Hayes Theatre and across the street from The Majestic Theatre. I saw the 8pm show with my friends Gina and Lindsay. We got the tickets the ... Read More

A Comparison of the Book and Movie Version of the Crucible by Arthur Miller (988 words, 2 pages)

Arthur Miller's play, The Crucible, and the movie with the same name have many differences and similarities, all of which contribute to the individual effectiveness of each in conveying their central message.There are several additions and variances in the movie. First of all, the scene where the children and Tituba ... Read More

A Critique on the Branagh Version of Much Ado About Nothing (1243 words, 4 pages)

When watching the Branagh version of Much Ado About Nothing, I tended to realize lines had been omitted from the movie. I then got further into the movie and some of the lines that were ones that foreshadow what had happened in the text. The purpose of this paper will ... Read More

A Comparison of the Versions of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare and Zeffirelli (588 words, 1 pages)

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare and Romeo and Juliet interpreted by Zeffirelli are two versions of a classic tale of two young lovers. In reading Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet and viewing Zeffirellis Romeo and Juliet one becomes aware of many differences between them. Although the basic storyline remains the ... Read More

The History of the Construction of the Globe Theatre in London (1638 words, 3 pages)

The Globe Theatre, A seventeenth century English theatre in Southwark, London(). Also known, as an Elizabethan theatre was most notable for the initial and contemptuous productions of the dramatic works of English writers, William Shakespeare, Ben Johnson, Beaumont and Fletcher, and others. In 1576, a carpenter named James Burbage built ... Read More

A Comparison on the Novel and Movie Version of When the Legends Die (440 words, 2 pages)

When The Legends DieNovelMovie ContrastJoe McNewJune 8, 2000The book, When the Legends Die, was pretty good. Then some idiot had to go and make a movie out of it. In contrasting the two, I found alot moredifferences than similarities. The first similarity came when Blue Elk came and took Thomas ... Read More

My Version of Freedom of Speech in Comparison with Society’s Version (1188 words, 3 pages)

Freedom of Speech My Version and TheirsThe First Amendment has led Americans to believe in a hallowed sense of freedom that does not exist freedom of speech. Freedom of speech in this country has never been absolute. You can?t yell fire in a crowded theater, solicit bribes, make terrorist threats, ... Read More

A Comparison of the Book and Movie Version of Congo by Michael Crichton (1465 words, 3 pages)

CONGO "Book vs. Movie"Congo by Michel Crichton was an extraordinary book as well as a movie about a group of scientists taking a journey into the heart of Africa in search of the black diamonds, in the lost city of Zinj! While being observed back in the U.S. over satellite ... Read More

The Early History of the Greek Theatre (848 words, 2 pages)

Greek TheatreThere have been many artistic achievements that have had a substantial role in shaping outlooks and tastes for cultures and generations for 1000s of years. Of all the different kinds of productions the Greeks have established, the tragedy is the most extraordinary of their spiritual contributions. Everything from style, ... Read More

An Examination of Madonna’s Version of the Song American Pie (632 words, 1 pages)

Bye Bye, Miss American Pie. Hello, Madonna"Bye Bye, Miss American Pie. Drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry" "American Pie", sung by Don McLean, was originally released in 1971. The song was written as a tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper who ... Read More

A Comparison of the Novel Rebecca and Its Film Version (880 words, 1 pages)

As Daphne du Maurier finished her novel, she said to herself, "So it was. A finished novel. Title, Rebecca. I wondered if my publisher would think it stupid, overdone. Luckily (for me) he did not. Nor did the readers when it was published." Little did du Maurier know, her novel ... Read More

A Comparison of the Book and Movie Versions of the Godfather (1977 words, 3 pages)

LiteratureMovie Comparison The GodfatherThe Book and the movie of The Godfather have their similarities and differences that I will be focusing on. The Godfather is the best selling phenomenon - a classic of our time. The Godfather story was written before the movie came out approximately 30 years ago. At ... Read More

A Comparison of the Book Great Expectations and Its Movie Version (3276 words, 5 pages)

Great Expectations The Book Verses the MovieCharles Dickens wrote many famous works, including Great Expectations. Recently, a movie loosely based upon this book was directed by Alfonso Cuaron and starred Gweynth Paltrow and Ethan Hawke. Great Expectations is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and ... Read More

An Introduction to the Talbot Theatre Production of Lysistrata (921 words, 4 pages)

A play about making war - and not making love The Talbot Theatre productionof Lysistrata both entertained and delighted this member of the audience, whowas there partly because of an English assignment requirement, but mainlybecause of the opportunity to enjoy a live theatre production. The theatrecompany employed many different components ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Asian Theatre: India, China and Japan (389 words, 2 pages)

Asian theatre is comprised of more than one geographic area. It consists ofIndia, China and Japan. Each brought their own uniqueness to Asian theatre.Asian theatre as it pertains to China will be discussed in this chapter. AncientChinese chronicles mention other theatrical activities such as skits,pantomimes, juggling, singing and dancing. This ... Read More

The Many Differences Between the Original and Movie Versions of Macbeth (524 words, 2 pages)

MacBeth versions comparison essay There are many differences betweeninterpretations of William Shakespeare's MacBeth. This essay wall contrastShakespeare's original version and a movie version by Roman Polanski produced in1970. Three major differences will be discussed. One difference betweenShakespeare's and Polanski's version is the absence of the scene in England inPolanski's version. ... Read More

A Comparison Flood Stories in the Epic of Gilgamesh and the King James Version (943 words, 4 pages)

The Flood Stories The amazing stories of the great flood that aredescribed in, The Epic of Gilgamesh which is translated by N.K. Sandars andThe Story of the Flood which is the King James version, both storiessimilarly. Many of the events of each story are very similar in ways and verydifferent ... Read More

An Analysis of the Influence on Theatre of the Absurd Big Feet (2611 words, 11 pages)

Influences on Theatre of the Absurd Big feet, stampedingrhinoceroses, and barren sets are typical of the theatre of the absurd. Thedramatic content, symbolism, and spectacles are an amazing thing to see and animpossibility to comprehend. The philosophy of the absurd and the dawn ofmankind influenced these plays in the twentieth ... Read More

A Comparison Between the Original and Movie Version of Hamlet (1113 words, 5 pages)

Hamlet has been produced in a variety of ways, but making a movie out of Hamletis very different. When producing Hamlet on film there are some liberties thatare taken for either artistic benefit or to keep it shorter. These liberties areup to the directors interpretation of Hamlet. The directorsinterpretations make ... Read More

A Recommendation for the Movie Version of Hamlet (370 words, 2 pages)

The movie of Hamlet was an excellent, as far as book-movies go. I believe it wasproduced with focus, reason, and logic. The characters were also portrayed witha good interpretation. There were several changes to the play compared to thebook, although the movie was done in such a way that they ... Read More

An Analysis of the Movie Version of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (756 words, 3 pages)

When I first saw the movie Frankenstein, I realized that Hollywood was stillchanging the classic novels. In their usual fashion, they changed the names ofthe characters to be somewhat pleasing to the audience. I guess HenryFrankenstein was a better wholesome name than Victor Frankenstein. Instead theysaved the name Victor for ... Read More

A Comparison of the Movie and Novel Versions of Animal Farm (479 words, 2 pages)

Based on viewing the movie Animal Farm and reading the novel of the same I havecome to a base of centered agreements. I know that both of these stories differdramatically in many ways and also the themes of each I believe are totallyunlike one another. George Orwell wrote Animal Farm ... Read More

The Limited Options of Theatre at the Time of Queen Elizabeth the First (566 words, 3 pages)

Compared to the technical theaters of today,the London public theaters in the time of Queen Elizabeth I seem to beterribly limited. The plays had to be performed during daylight hours onlyand the stage scenery had to be kept very simple with just a table, a chair,a throne, and maybe a ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013