English, 29.09.2020 19:01, katiedavis7883

You read one of Shakespeare's plays in this unit: Twelfth Night. For this activity, you will reread Twelfth Night, Act II, Scene V. Part A
Locate two different performances of the scene online. When you search the Internet, include the act and scene in your search terms - you want to be sure that you get the correct scene!
Which two versions did you choose? Include the URLs of your sources.

URL Source 1:

URL Source 2:

Part B
Now compare and contrast the techniques in the two theatrical versions that you watched. In the table below, describe the similarities and differences between the two versions for each element of the performance. Note how the techniques enhance or alter the audience’s experience and what meanings (shades of characterization, connotations of words, etc.) become clearer as you watch the two presentations.
Element of Performance
setting: background
Similarities
Differences
setting: props

characters: costume

characters: body language and facial expressions

tone of voice

actions

lighting

camera: focus and angles

dialogue: word choice

dialogue: emphasis

Part C
Use your response from parts A & B of the task to write an essay addressing the following points:
Compare and contrast the target audiences of the two versions.
Analyze the effects of the techniques on the individual audiences.
Include analysis of any special adaptations made to the text (the dialogue) or the setting that distinguish this version from the original play.
Edit and revise the essay for spelling and grammar errors.
Write your essay in the space below.

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