Essays and Research Papers on Theater

A 5 page paper which presents a feminist look at the character of Linda in "Death of a Salesman." Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 9 page report discusses a contemporary dramatic classic, J. B. Priestley’s “An Inspector Calls.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines the play "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead" by Tom Stoppard, arguing it can be seen as a play which discusses futility. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 7 page paper which examines how the character of Nora Helmer has influenced twentieth-century women, considers whether or not she was an early feminist, and the positive and negative aspects of leaving her children. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses Miller's early works and then expounds upon his classic "Death of a Salesman." Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper which compares and contrasts Blanche DuBois from Tennessee Williams' "Streetcar Named Desire" and Willy Loman from Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman." No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines and analyzes Mozart's opera "Le Nozze di Figaro" as it relates to society. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the character of Blanche DuBois from Tennessee William's play "A Streetcar Named Desire." The paper discusses whether or not she is insane. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the life of Gianni Versace and his influences. His impact on the fashion world is revealed as are his major accomplishments. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines why “we” is an integral part of comedy, as opposed to “I.” The paper uses two literary works to illustrate this argument. The works discussed are “Leave it to Psmith” by P.G. Wodehouse and “All in the Timing” by David Ives. No additional sources cited.

6 pages in length. Tom Stoppard's play entitled "The Real Thing" takes a comedic – if not scathing – look behind the rather serious aspect of marital infidelity. Focusing upon the adulterous behavior of Annie, one of the production's primary players, Stoppard's play-within-a-play delves deeply into the human psyche and tries to determine ...

A 6 page paper which examines whether or not Willy Loman from Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” is a loser. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper which examines professional criticism of the acclaimed 1959 play about a Chicago African-American family. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines their differing codes of conduct, and how they choose separate paths to find happiness. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Linda from “Death of a Salesman” and Amanda from “The Glass Menagerie.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the theme of masculinity versus femininity. No additional sources are used.

A 5 page paper which examines “The Crucible” by Arthur Miller and the Salem Witch Trials. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines Antigone’s heroic character and considers how she can be regarded as an early feminist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines why David Henry Hwang’s M. Butterfly uses the original Madame Butterfly opera as a significant element in his rendition. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines different elements and perspectives in Virginia Woolf’s “A Room of One’s Own” and Bernard Shaw’s “Mrs. Warren’s Profession.” Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper which examines who or what Godot is, from Beckett’s play “Waiting for Godot,” and whether it is of any importance that we ever know. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page report discusses Caryl Churchill’s 1982 play Top Girls, which has been described as “taking a cautionary path toward probable dystopia” Churchill has been one of the leading British playwrights of the 20th century and in the world of Top Girls, she makes it clear that there are few easy rewards for ...

A 5 page paper which examines the archetypal, or mythic, qualities in Tennessee Williams’ “The Glass Menagerie.” Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” and Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages in length. Zadig's quest to embrace true happiness amidst the ever-present deterrent of mortal pessimism provides Voltaire with the ability to reach many esoteric and spiritual levels throughout the pages of Zadig L'Ingenu. The protagonist's constant setbacks toward finding love and happiness serve as stepping stones to Zadig's more solid character, ...