15 Questions
What is a performance?
A form of art that uses the body of the artist to convey meaning
What is the narrative arc of a performance?
Rising action, Exposition, Climax
What is the climax of a performance?
The final dramatic battle or fight scene
How can you find meaning in a performance beyond just liking or not liking it?
By analyzing the narrative arc
What is not a part of the narrative arc of a performance?
Falling out
What is the denouement in a performative work?
Wrapping up loose ends and concluding the story
What does identifying the thesis of a performative work involve?
Identifying the most important argument made in the work
In a performative work, what does the term 'thesis' refer to?
The most important argument the work makes
In Joseph Addison's play Cato, what does the term 'thesis' refer to?
The argument that Cato embodies perfect virtue and patriotism
How does a debatable argument qualify as a thesis in a performative work?
By defending one side of a debatable issue
What is one of the main reasons to analyze differences between your expectations and what you actually see in a live performance?
To understand the director's artistic statement
In a dark and tragic play like Macbeth, what type of costumes would you most likely expect to see?
Dark and gloomy costumes
What can symbolism in an abstract work help the audience do?
Discover hidden meanings
How can familiarity with genre conventions assist in interpreting performances?
By understanding dance poses and their meanings
What role do camera angles play in creating effects in recorded media?
Camera angles create specific effects
Discover the common elements of diverse performances, from circus shows to ballet, and explore how artists use their bodies to convey meaning. Learn about live performances and recorded ones, such as movies and TV shows.
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