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ATYP LEARNING
→ INTERSECTION 2018: CHRYSALIS
WRITING A REVIEW
A review is an important part of theatre
criticism. It gives an objective about of
the performance alongside the
reviewers considered opinion. → ANALYSIS AND PERSONAL
OPINION
→ OBJECTIVE DETAILS • The mood and atmosphere that was
created by the performers, direction
and design elements (light, sound
costume etc.) Were they effective in
your opinion?
• The performances given by the actors.
• The appropriateness of the design
elements and style of direction to the
themes and genre of the play.
• Your recommendation (or not) and an
overall rating.
State the details of the performance:
where, when and by whom.
Provide a synopsis of the plot -
avoiding spoilers!
Outline any other significant details
about the production: is it a world
premiere? Is it a classic reinvented?
Give information about the style and
genre of the play.
Provide an analysis of:
When giving your personal opinion
always try to justify it with examples
from the performance and weigh it
against your personal tastes.
→ YOU HAVE A GO!
Write your own review of Intersection
2018: Chrysalis an email it to
[email protected]. We’ll publish
the best ones on our website!
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