3. In which Shakespearean play does the Holy/Rough theatre show in Falstaff; the prose realism of the inn scenes on the one hand and the poetic levels of so much else--both elements contained within one complex whole?

4. In the third section of the book the author claims, "It is always the ______ theatre that saves the day."

5. Who wrote Ubu Roi?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the author describe happening when a Brechtian approach is applied to other works?

2. What is the audience's role in a final production?

3. What does the author write in regard to the power of laughter in "The Rough Theatre"?

4. What is the difference in world view between Brecht and Shakespeare?

5. What does the author say of change and liberation regarding "The Rough Theatre"?

6. How does Shakespeare embody both The Rough Theatre and The Holy Theatre?

7. How does the author describe the difference between staging in "rough" theatre versus traditional theatre?

8. What is the difference and similarity between a "Happening" and "alienation"?

9. How does the author view Method acting?

10. What does the author speak of regarding Shakespeare and the Rough Theatre?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why does the author discuss the dancer, Merce Cunningham? How does his method and approach to dance relate to the theatre?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the topic of "Style" as the author regards it. How does one approach style? How does style manifest within the theatre?

Essay Topic 3

Describe the author of The Empty Space. What are his major contributions to the theatre? What makes him an innovative figure in the artistic community?

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