Fit as a Fiddle. Flashcards
Describe the Accompaniment in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
Piano at the Start.
Voice over at start e.g. “Audiences everywhere adored us”
Screechy violin.
Singing.
Describe the Costume of Don and Cosmo in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
Tap Shoes.
Green and White Chequered Suits.
Green Bowler Hats with White Rim.
Pink Ties.
Fake Flowers on Collars.
What are the Props used in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
A Fake Violin and Bow.
Fake Flower.
Describe the Physical Setting in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
A Piano.
Violin and Bow.
Forest Backdrop.
Small Stage [Village Hall]
Describe the Movement Content used in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
They mime playing a ukulele.
There is partner work/contact e.g. the piggyback.
Lots of Unison.
Strong Facial Expressions.
Use of Space - Constantly travelling back and forth across the stage.
Fierce and Aggressive Tapping.
Swaying from side to side.
List the themes in ‘Fit as a Fiddle’.
Comedy.
Satire.
Explain how the Themes are showcased throughout this section.
The song reflects their immaturity as they’re still young and are inexperienced in their professions. This is seen in their way of dressing [green chequered clothes], and how they dance with legs kicking in the air like a couple of children, the way they play the violins and their cheeky facial expressions.
What is the context behind the first section ‘Fit as a Fiddle’?
‘Fit as a Fiddle’ reveals the history shared between Don and Cosmo. It is tinged with their determination to thrive in the entertainment industry with their undiscovered talents.
What is ‘Fit as a Fiddle’ good for?
Comedy.
Physical Setting.
Aural Setting.
Relationship between Don and Cosmo.
