Drama films

relay histories. If the Guinness Book of World Records had a spot for “Oldest Report of Theatre” the Egyptians would win. There are hieroglyphic writings describing performances on the Nile river where, according to the book, ‘Minute History of the Drama’, the acting was so realistic that “actors” died in the scenes depicting battles. However, the title for 'Oldest Written Play' would be held by the Greek playwright, Aeschylus, for his play, ‘The Persians’ which the Getty museum estimates was…

fruits. Same is the case with structure because the structure of the play also originates from the title and then, gradually it acquires its form which further involves lyres like an onion. As onion has lyres same is the case with the structure of the drama. Structure also involves lyres after lyres. And those lyres involve various levels of engagements.…

Miller won a Tony Award for Death of a Salesman and in addition, a Pulitzer Prize. The play has been repeatedly recovered in film, TV, and stage forms that have included performing artists: for example; Dustin Hoffman, George C. Scott and, most as of late, Brian Dennehy in the piece of Willy Loman. The Crucible, 1953, reproduces the Salem witch trials, concentrating on jumpy…

"What the film, the comic strip, the TV situation comedy, and burlesque (in the American sense) have been to the twentieth century, the Commedia dell'Arte was to the Renaissance" (Oreglia). Commedia dell'arte which translates to "comedy of arts," was the first professional form of theatrical art. This distinctive form of art first begun in Italy during the early fifteenth century, and thrived with popularity throughout Europe, during the seventeenth century. Commedia dell'arte was termed the…

beneficial to weigh the pros and cons of each plausible possibility. A well-educated, correct decision will stow favorable memories in the recesses of each troupe member’s memories for the coming years. The wrong choice can make for a long competitive drama season. When deciding between strict humorous, serious, melodramatic, or satirical plays, knowing which One-Act plays provide the most enjoyment to perform benefits the performing Class-D cast deciding on a play to rehearse. One must take…

squarely on the actor’s body, sacred theatre could be made. Only the living breathing actor could in combination with simple scenic elements create magical transformation. He believed that theatre could not stand up to the lavish production standards of film and television, and advocated for theatre makers to abandon trying to catch up to the screen with clever design elements and instead focus on the physicality of the actor, to access ‘the deepest riches of the art form’. For me, Poor…

A disguised era of shame and hidden from society; this is London 1665. Then suddenly the theatre announces promiscuity, power and cuckolding to give their audience a profound idea of relationships. Women were subordinated by not having the freedom and intelligence to experience what men behold. The 16th century bursts out with a lack of control, meaning religious fundamentalists had the advantage of banning theatres. Until the mighty king slammed his way to authority. This paper forwards as…

This research is a comparative study of the myth of "Pygmalion" between the Irish writer George Bernard Shaw and the Arabic writer Tawfiq al-Hakim. We chose these two plays because of their similarity weather in their main theme or the title. The importance of this study lies behind its benefits. When one compare between two literary works, it means he tries to break the barriers between of the two cultures and he also tries to bring together the work of the writers an addition to focusing on…

Greek Theater Greek drama is said to have its roots from Athenian seasonal festivals honoring Dionysus, the god of wine and fertility. These festivals occurred around 700 B.C.; they were filled with drunkenness and sexuality. Scholars believe there were four festivals during each of the seasonal change periods. The festival related to the Greek people planting, tending the vine, harvesting, and wine-making was in early December. This was called the Festival of Vintage. There was a…

The Ineffable Role of Greek Theater The Roman philosopher Seneca once said, “Life is like a play at the theater: it does not matter how long it lasts, but how well it was played.” This is true in several ways; the majority of society will put on a mask to show others instead of their true emotions. The belief that we shield ourselves from society most likely goes back to the ancient Greeks. which raises the question: why were plays an important part of Greek culture? Theater enforced morals and…