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Essay Comparing Frankenstein 'And Run For Your Wife'

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As I was watching “Frankenstein" performed by Johnny Lee Miller and Benedict Cumberbatch and "Run for Your Wife," by Ray Cooney, it got me thinking on how they used lighting to its greatest effect. Despite having completely different theatre genres, both plays managed to create diverse moods through their use of lighting techniques. I was intrigued by this aspect as it became evident that different kinds of light can impact the audience's feelings when they're watching a performance. The creation of an excellent play involves countless components, with lighting being one of the most pivotal elements. The significance of lighting in stage productions can be traced back to as far as the early Greek and Roman times, emphasizing how lighting has …show more content…

However, the most unique aspect of farce is its lighting. The lighting is what differentiates it from other theatre genres. In farce productions, the lighting is bright and colorful. The quick change between colors helps make an exciting environment that matches the play's fast pace. This style of lighting helps highlight the comedic elements of the play, which makes it even funnier for those watching. The comedic effect of farce is most notably used through the use of bright and colorful lighting that transitions rapidly between different situations. In addition to that, harsh lighting may be implemented to emphasize exaggerated facial expressions and gestures of performers on stage, or to display the setting of the …show more content…

The specific techniques such as warm tones to distinguish between John Smiths two residences while in Frankenstein, the utilized dynamic transition lighting techniques that helped portray an eerie sensation within viewers, helped enhance the play. By using shades of warm colors throughout different scenes Frankenstein made sure that its audience was always kept on edge. The constant shifting light also played a significant role in heightening anticipation among the

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