Curious Incident: Key Extracts Analysis Flashcards

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The Opening Scene (Christopher finds Wellington): Key Themes

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Perception vs. reality, innocence, communication barriers

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The Opening Scene (Christopher finds Wellington): Performance Notes

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Christopher’s curiosity is conveyed through focused physicality
Lighting could isolate him, emphasising his internal world

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Christopher Confronts his Father (Discovering letters): Key Themes

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Trust, betrayal, independence

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Christopher Confronts his Father (Discovering letters): Performance Notes

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Christopher’s distress can be highlighted through fragmented movement and vocal disarray
Ed’s desperation contrasts with Christopher’s retreat into logic

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Christopher navigates the Train Station: Key Themes

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Overcoming fear, independence, chaos vs. order

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Christopher navigates the Train Station: Performance notes

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Choreography and ensemble work to portray sensory overload
Dynamic lighting and sound design amplify Christopher’s
disorientation

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