Many contemporary dramas are written in ways that challenge conventional approaches to theatrical form. Referring to any TWO plays from this part of the course, identify HOW their authors write in new ways and then make an argument about WHY they do so.

Please answer one of the following questions, writing 1500 words.  Please ensure you follow MLA style guidelines.

 

In the questions below you are asked to write about TWO plays from this section of the course. The plays are:

Tony Kushner, Angels in America 

Marina Carr, Portia Coughlan

Laura Wade, Colder Than Here

Martin McDonagh, The Pillowman

Ursula Rani Sarma, Yerma

 

1. Many contemporary dramas are written in ways that challenge conventional approaches to theatrical form. Referring to any TWO plays from this part of the course, identify HOW their authors write in new ways and then make an argument about WHY they do so.

 

1. ‘Slow Violence’ according to Rob Nixon, takes place gradually and invisibly. Discuss this position in relation to any TWO plays studied on this course.

 

1. The Family operates as a dramaturgical tool to explore and critique the value systems of modern societies. Consider this position in relation to any TWO plays studied as part of this course.

 

1. Theatre and performance embody the potential to engage audiences with sensitive socio-cultural issues not yet centralised in official public discourse. Discuss this question with reference to any TWO plays studied on this course.

 

Submission

Please include Essay Cover Sheet (on Blackboard) and a Works Cited.

 

 

 

 

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