Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Driving Miss Daisy

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Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.

As we read Driving Miss Daisy, everyone sign up for one of the 3 roles in the play. I'll be switching up readers as we go.

As we read, pay close attention to the role of the dynamic triangle: 3 characters in conflict.

New Vocabulary:

There are two types of sets a playwright can prepare a script for:
A. a realistic set
B. a suggested set
A realistic set (like the set used in 'Night Mother) is a standard, realistic set that looks and feels like the actual setting of the play. It is more detailed and infinitely more expensive. Characters interact with props, costumes, and set pieces. It is not practical to change the setting or location in a realistic set.

suggested set (like the set used in Driving Miss Daisy) allows actors to create the setting through actions (like pretending to drive a car--which would be impractical in a theater) or through dialogue. Setting is described, not built. We use our imagination. Ah, the power of words...

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