Why do we need theatre?
Fri, 15 June 2001, 01:46 pmrenee7 posts in thread
Why do we need theatre?
Fri, 15 June 2001, 01:46 pmMy name is Renee, and I am studying Drama as part of the HSC. For my individual project in this subject, I will be doing a research report, which will focus on the research of theatre itself, and on the question "Why do we need theatre?"I was wondering anyone would be interested in answering some questions, as I am looking at gaining a broad perspective, from a range of people, in a range of fields. These questions would include:
What is theatre?
What is it's purpose?
What do we value about theatre?
How is it affected by film and TV?
Is Film and TV a form of theatre? Why or why not?
Is sport theatre? How does this effect live theatre?
How is theatre surviving in the 21st Century?
How do you get more people to see it?
If there is anyone out there who'd be interested in answering these questions, I'd really appreciate it!!
Thanks!
P.S. You can be completley honest - I'd really like to know what you think!
What is theatre?
What is it's purpose?
What do we value about theatre?
How is it affected by film and TV?
Is Film and TV a form of theatre? Why or why not?
Is sport theatre? How does this effect live theatre?
How is theatre surviving in the 21st Century?
How do you get more people to see it?
If there is anyone out there who'd be interested in answering these questions, I'd really appreciate it!!
Thanks!
P.S. You can be completley honest - I'd really like to know what you think!
RE: Why do we need theatre?- let me tell you
Fri, 15 June 2001, 04:30 pmWalter Plinge
I am going to attemt to give my views and answer these questions very breifly indeed:
What is theatre?
'To me, theatre is the art of presenting art and/or a production of an event'
What is it's purpose?
'To enlighten us, entertain, , educate and present (apart from employing a few odd people here and there)'
What do we value about theatre?
'We should value the people who are involved and value it's heritage, value its potential to educate people and make this world a less serious one!'
How is it affected by film and TV?
'Difficult question. You could ask, how is Film and TV affected by Theatre?. But you didn't. So i would say, in current terms, each influences the other' The one thing it has done perhaps, is detract people somewhat from going to see LIVE theatre, an opting for a special affects extravaganza instead.
Is Film and TV a form of theatre? Why or why not?
'Yes...i would say so. But not LIVE theatre. That is the difference. Recently, Moulin Rouge has shown us theatre within film - but of course , it had been recorded and is not LIVE'
Is sport theatre? How does this effect live theatre?
'Depends on the sport and the occasion. Look at American Wrestling - that is theatre (albeit dodgy theatre), but the english premier leauge - is that theatre? - well, some would say yes with the things that happen!'. But is it theatre in the traditional sense, i would say no.
How is theatre surviving in the 21st Century?
'Not too bad i think. It does get its fair share of publicity but - only it seems these days if s hollywood star takes the leading role. At least it is surviving, and lets hope forever. I mean, look at us guys - we love it!'
How do you get more people to see it?
'Apart from putting Elle Macpherson or Jerry Hall in a nude role?. Good question. People will go see theatre if they want to. People who want to be entertained, who enjoy a laugh and want to be edcuated. How do u get people to go see it - lets just stick with putting Elle Macpherson in the nude roles!'
Well - hope this has helped!
BIG AL
P.S - Make sure you see AMADEUS by Peter Schaffer @ The Kalamunda Performing ARTS centre in Mid July - keep your eye on the 'whats on' section for details. There is no nude role for Elle Macpherson - but you should come and see it if you want to see a fantastic play.
What is theatre?
'To me, theatre is the art of presenting art and/or a production of an event'
What is it's purpose?
'To enlighten us, entertain, , educate and present (apart from employing a few odd people here and there)'
What do we value about theatre?
'We should value the people who are involved and value it's heritage, value its potential to educate people and make this world a less serious one!'
How is it affected by film and TV?
'Difficult question. You could ask, how is Film and TV affected by Theatre?. But you didn't. So i would say, in current terms, each influences the other' The one thing it has done perhaps, is detract people somewhat from going to see LIVE theatre, an opting for a special affects extravaganza instead.
Is Film and TV a form of theatre? Why or why not?
'Yes...i would say so. But not LIVE theatre. That is the difference. Recently, Moulin Rouge has shown us theatre within film - but of course , it had been recorded and is not LIVE'
Is sport theatre? How does this effect live theatre?
'Depends on the sport and the occasion. Look at American Wrestling - that is theatre (albeit dodgy theatre), but the english premier leauge - is that theatre? - well, some would say yes with the things that happen!'. But is it theatre in the traditional sense, i would say no.
How is theatre surviving in the 21st Century?
'Not too bad i think. It does get its fair share of publicity but - only it seems these days if s hollywood star takes the leading role. At least it is surviving, and lets hope forever. I mean, look at us guys - we love it!'
How do you get more people to see it?
'Apart from putting Elle Macpherson or Jerry Hall in a nude role?. Good question. People will go see theatre if they want to. People who want to be entertained, who enjoy a laugh and want to be edcuated. How do u get people to go see it - lets just stick with putting Elle Macpherson in the nude roles!'
Well - hope this has helped!
BIG AL
P.S - Make sure you see AMADEUS by Peter Schaffer @ The Kalamunda Performing ARTS centre in Mid July - keep your eye on the 'whats on' section for details. There is no nude role for Elle Macpherson - but you should come and see it if you want to see a fantastic play.