Plays are meant to be performed, rather than read. The purpose of dramatic arts

Plays are meant to be performed, rather than read. The purpose of dramatic arts often extends far beyond the words written on a page; staging, lighting, costumes intonation, expression, and audience experience are all part of the experience of a theatrical production. To develop your understanding of the cultural role of the dramatic arts, you will view a production of a play this week and write a reflection to explain your viewing experience. Choose a play that you would like to view and find a version online, YouTube, DVD or iTunes, Amazon, Netflix, etc. You can also choose to see a play live if you prefer.
Play Suggestions:
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Romeo and Juliet
As You Like It
Taming of the Shrew
The Tempest
Much Ado About Nothing
The Comedy of Errors
Macbeth
King Lear
If you have another idea, please ask your instructor to approve it.
Then, select and address one of the following options:
Option 1: Write an analysis of the play that you viewed. Include at least one quote from the play in your essay. In your essay, address the following:
Identify the performance that you have selected.
Describe the staging, lighting, costumes, and characters of the performance. How do these match or revise the written version of the play? You do not need to read the entire play, but you should skim the text.
What type of mood and tone does the performance create? How?
What parts of the play are easier to understand through performance? What are some details that stood out through performance?
What are your feelings about this performance? What did you take away from viewing it?
Writing Requirements (APA format)Length: 1.5-2 pages (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins
Double spaced
12-point Times New Roman font
Title page
References page (minimum of 1 source
Grading
This activity will be graded based on the W4 Essay Grading Rubric.OutcomesCO 1: Identify the content, forms, and/or techniques of work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama).CO 2: Analyze the content, forms, and/or techniques of a work of art (e.g., architecture, fine art, literature, and/or drama). CO 3: Explain the historical/cultural/social context in which a work was created.CO 4: Classify works of art using different approaches (by discipline, genre, style, period, etc.) in order to contextualize the works and relate them to a variety of influences.Rubric
W4 Essay Grading RubricW4 Essay Grading RubricCriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength5 ptsMeets length requirement0 ptsDoes not meet length requirement
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent10 ptsSubmission addresses all aspects of the assignment.8.5 ptsSubmission addresses most aspects of the assignment.7.5 ptsSubmission addresses some aspects of the assignment.6 ptsSubmission addresses few aspects of the assignment.0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis35 ptsPaper provides an in-depth analysis of the play(s) showing a clear understanding of the genre.29.75 ptsPaper provides an strong analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the genre but could include additional details for support of points or to make analysis clearer.26.25 ptsPaper provides an in-depth analysis of the play(s) showing a good understanding of the genre, but examination could be refined and more in depth.21 ptsAnalysis of the play(s) is limited or unclear, lacking details and support.0 ptsNo effort
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource Integration5 ptsPaper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay and properly integrates the source.3.75 ptsPaper includes reference to scholarly sources within the essay but does not properly integrate the source.0 ptsPaper does not make reference to scholarly sources.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity & Flow10 ptsThe writing contains strong word choice that clarifies ideas, and masterful sentence variety aids with the flow of ideas.8.5 ptsThe writing contains varied word choice and sentence structures that clarify ideas and aid with the flow of ideas.7.5 ptsThe writing contains word choice and sentence structures that can be revised for better clarification of ideas and flow of ideas.6 ptsThe writing contains wording and sentence structures that are awkward and/or unclear, impeding the clarity and flow of ideas.0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting: Mechanics & Usage10 ptsThe writing is free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that would detract from a clear reading of the paper.8.5 ptsThe writing contains a few errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, but the errors do not detract from a clear reading of the text.7.5 ptsThe writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that need to be addressed for a clearer reading of the paper.6 ptsThe writing contains several errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that impede a clear reading of the paper.0 ptsNo effort
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Paper Format5 ptsPaper is formatted to include all 5 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.4.25 ptsPaper is formatted to include 4 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.3.75 ptsPaper is formatted to include 3 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.3 ptsPaper is formatted to include 2 of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.0 ptsPaper is formatted to include 1 or fewer of the following: title page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, and page numbers.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting5 ptsAll references include complete bibliographic information for sources and are properly formatted using APA style.4.25 ptsMost references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.3.75 ptsSome of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.3 ptsFew of the references include complete bibliographic information for sources are properly formatted using APA style.0 ptsThere is no reference page.
5 pts
Total Points: 85
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