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playreadingreport.docx Play Reading Report Title of Play: Playwright: Date Written/First Performed: Plot Synopsis (write a brief, 5-7 sentence description of the plot): Characters (name and brief description/relationship to other characters) Theme (discuss one major theme and how the playwright communicates this theme) Diction (give 3-5 lines of dialogue from the play that illustrate the playwright’s use of diction) Music (from your reading, what sounds do you imagine a production might include? These may be sound effects, literal music, qualities of the actors’ voices, etc.) Spectacle (from your reading, what sounds do you imagine a production might include? These may be visual effects, lighting, scenery, costumes, etc.) Response: What did you think of the play? Did you enjoy reading it? What specifically did you enjoy or not enjoy? (you may very well have aspects that you enjoyed, but others that you did not; include both here) Would you want to see a live performance of this play? theatredue5-5.docx Part ATop of Form Introduction Read the article linked here: 9 Ways a Theatre Degree Trumps a Business Degree https://changeagent.wordpress.com/2013/09/13/9-ways-a-theatre-degree-trumps-a-business-degree/ ***Disclaimer: I am not trying to make everyone a theatre major, nor am I claiming that a degree in theatre is inherently superior to a degree in business, or any other degree. Don't be side-tracked by the headline, the content of the article is helpful. The Assignment After reading the article, create a thread that responds to the following questions: · Of the 9 points the writer makes about how a theatre background is a strength, not a weakness, which 2 or 3 do you think will be most beneficial to you in the career field you plan to pursue? · Would you add anything to this list? Would you remove anything from this list? Explain your answer. · Respond to at least three (3) other classmates' posts, discussing the perspective they shared in their threads. Make sure your responses are thoughtful and respectful; we do not have to agree on everything, but we do have to keep our discussions civil and respectful of other people's perspectives. Grading Criteria · In 150 words or more, respond to the prompt above. Post your opening response early in the assignment period so that others have time to respond to you. Make sure to use appropriate grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc.