A production analysis of Arthur Miller's The price

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Louis P. Bell (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Advisor
Herman Middleton

Abstract: The purpose of this thesis is to study the background surrounding the playwright and the play itself in preparation for a production of the play, and then present a critical evaluation of the production. Chapter One deals with the following: (1) research of the playwright's background, (2) research of the play's background, (3) character description and analysis, (4) analysis of the set, (5) the director's justification of script, and (6) the director's interpretation of that script. Chapter Two consists of the prompt book for the production, performed October 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 and 28, in Taylor Theatre at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Notations include: (1) movement, composition, and picturization, (2) details of characterization and stage business, (3) rhythm and tempo, and (4) lighting and sound cues, production photographs are also included. The third chapter consists of critical evaluations in four areas. They are: (1) achievement of Interpretation, (2) actor-director relationships, (3) audience response, and (4) personal comments.

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Publication
Thesis
Language: English
Date: 1976
Subjects
Miller, Arthur, $d 1915- $t Price
Theater $x Production and direction

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