Essays and Research Papers on Theater

A 5 page essay which discusses the use of comedy in the ancient Greek play by Aristophanes Lysistrata and also in the seventeenth century French comedy by Moliere Tartuffe. In both of these comedies, the playwrights use the elements of comedy to convey criticism of certain social conventions of their particular era. No additional sources ...

This 20 page paper discusses the development of the Russian cinema from its inception to the present, modern era. Key filmmakers mentioned and chronicled. Bibliography lists 18 sources.

A 4 page research paper that reviews Chicago, the Broadway musical (not the movie). The writer briefly describes the lighting, costumes, and set, but concentrates on a synopsis of the plot, which includes how the production numbers and songs fit into the show. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper which summarizes Elizabeth Inchbald’s “Every One Has His Fault.” No additional sources cited.

A 3 page paper which summarizes and analyzes elements in Joanna Baillie’s play “Orra.” No additional sources cited.

A 4 page analysis of Ben Johnson’s play “Epicoene, the Silent Woman.” Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 3 page paper examines this musical which was Streisand's first Broadway experience. Furthermore, this paper highlights the ways in which this play represented the 1960's and also how Streisand stole the show. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 6 page essay that contrasts and compares Jean-Paul Sartre's play " The Flies" and Jean Anouil's "Antigone, a Tragedy," which are both modern adaptations of ancient Greek plays. Examination of these plays demonstrates that, in both cases, a knowledge of Greek mythology, or of the original plays, is incidental to a modern appreciation of ...

This 3 page paper discusses the various elements found in the plays All My Sons and Boys in the Band. Bibliography lists 0 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the relationship between Willy and his son Biff in Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” No additional sources cited.

A 3 page research paper/essay that examines Margaret Edson's Wit and Thom Jones' short story "I want to live," which are two narratives that address how death from disease is handled in modern Western society. The writer shows how the experience of dying from cancer affects the women in both stories, encompassing their concerns ...

A 6 page paper which discusses the similarities found in “The Crucible” and the McCarthy Trials. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page essay that examines the character of William Marshall, whom the writer argues plays a pivotal role in Lillian Hellman's play The Little Foxes. Examination of the play demonstrates that Marshall provides the impetus from which all subsequent action results. As well as providing an easy means for relating exposition, Marshall also serves ...

This 8 page paper argues that David Ives' one act play, Sure Thing, is a comedy as opposed to a farce. Examples, quotes cited from text. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page research paper/essay that analyzes Susan Glasgpell's major thesis in her 1916 play "Trifles," which tells how two women discern the motive and circumstances between a murder and hide evidence that would have implicated the man's wife because they can see that the woman was abused. The writer argues that Glaspell's ...

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts the characters of Biff and Bernard from Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” No additional sources cited.

A 20 page essay that analyzes this play by early eighteenth century French playwright Marivaux. This examination of this 1722 play explores human relationships on various levels. While offering a funny and intriguing play, Marivaux also presents situations that force the audience to ponder what characteristics lie at the heart of a true love relationship. ...

This 28 page paper looks at the information needed to stage a production of Tennessee Williams autobiographical play the Glass Menagerie. The paper begins by examining the context of the play, including at the authors' life and the social context of the play. The play itself is considered and then aspects such as staging, ...

A 20 page paper which provides a global view of West Side Story from historical, social, cultural, political and religious perspectives. In addition, it examines the work’s effect on American society; its current social significance; the social change that has been brought through this creative effort by the playwright, composers, director, actors, choreographer, singers, ...

This 7 page paper examines the following plays, "Zoo Story", "The Sandbox", and "Oleanna" in regards to the determinism of the main characters. This paper highlights the many forces that shape these characters and the decisions they make in spite of these seemingly oppressive forces. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper explores the amazing contributions of Chita Rivera on musical theater. Rivera was a huge influence in the 1960's, and this paper delves into her many accomplishments. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 3 page paper which examines the powerful presentation in the first page of Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman.” Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 3 page paper which compares and contrasts Nora from Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” and Marion from Harvey Fierstein‘s “On Tidy Endings.” Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines Mozart’s view of women as seen in his opera “The Magic Flute.” The paper also examines whether Mozart’s views of women are similar to those we have today. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 3 page essay that, first of all, defines the term "play" and then discusses it in terms of Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys. The writer argues that comedies also address elements of human pathos. In this instance, the play deals with the problems of aging. Bibliography lists 2 sources.