Section B (Monster Calls) Flashcards
give the outline of a plan for a Monster Calls essay?
- Introduction- Very quick description of the show and your initial thoughts on it. Literally 1 or 2 sentences.
- A new paragraph for each point you make. At least 3 paragraphs but you could have up to 6 if you have time. You could do one paragraph per word on the extended words on your CUE
- If it asks for evaluation then make sure you include at least one negative point. You do not have to include one per paragraph
- Finish with a brief conclusion that refers back to the question
which acronym is used to remember how to structure your paragraphs? What does it stand for?
P - Point – stating the point of the paragraph
E - Evidence- Linking your point to a specific moment in the play
T - Terminology- Using specific Drama key words
E - Explain- Analyse the impact on you whether positive or negative
R - Refer- your ideas back to the original question
how long should you spend on each part of your essay?
Your essay is marked out of 30 so you should spend 30 minutes writing
Spend no more than 2-3 mins writing your introduction and conclusion
You should spend 5-8 minutes per paragraph depending on how many you write.
3 paragraphs should be the minimum you aim for with 6 being the maximum.
who plays Conor in A Monster Calls?
Matthew Tennyson
who is the Director of A Monster Calls?
Sally Cookson
who plays Anton?
Hammed Animashaun
who plays Miss Godfrey?
Nandi Bhebhe
Who plays the Grandma?
Selina Cadell
who plays the monster?
Stuart Godwin
who plays the Mum?
Marianne Oldham
who plays Lily?
Witney White
who plays Harry?
John Leader
Who plays Sully?
Georgia Frost
who plays the Dad?
Felix Hayes
who plays the Mr Marl?
Matt Costain
give 3 words to describe the ensemble
- Dynamic
- Multi-faceted (having many different aspects or features)
- synchronised
what does effective set design do?
it creates meaning and helps thesmooth running of the performance
how can sets create meaning?
- establishing the location and time period of the production
- creating mood and atmosphere
- creating symbolism
- contributing to the overall visual style of the production
what are some things that sets may also have to do as well as creating meaning?
- have enough exits and entrances
- have different staging levels
- allow actors enough space to move around the stage
- give the audience clear sightlines
- allow for quick scene changes
what type of set does AMC have?
a minimalist and abstract set
what are the features of a minimalistic set?
- these sets use few props and minimal scenery
- the audience has to use their imagination more
- props are important to symbolise themes or show the time period
what are the features of abstract sets?
- this type of set doesn’t try to recreate real life
- the design doesn’t have to be basic - it could be very elaborate
- they often bring out the play’s symbols or themes
