Medea: Playwright's Purpose

Written by the Greek playwright Euripides, “Medea” is a very controversial tragedy. What is the central/primary purpose of the play? Is the purpose important or meaningful today? How so?

Medea: Differences between Women and Men

The play “Medea” illustrates the differences and struggles between the genders. Discuss some differences between men and women and use one quote from the play to support your viewpoint.

The Glass Menagerie Inspiration

After viewing the documentary on Tennessee William’s life, identify at least three items in “The Glass Menagerie” that relate to his real experiences at home.

Glass Menagerie Characters

In the play “The Glass Menagerie” whom do you most identify with and why?Whom do you least identify with and why?

Why create a stage play?

Explain the differences in creating a story for Film vs. the Stage. What are the limitations for stage? What are the advantages for both? And why would a playwright choose to write a play for the stage vs. for a film ?

Need for Drama?

Why do we need stories at all? With all the excitement available in contemporary life, why do people watch plays, films, and television shows that create an imaginary world? Isn't the real world stimulating enough, without imagining other ones?