Plays are meant to be performed rather than read. The purpose of dramatic arts often extends far beyond the words written on a page—staging, lighting, costumes intonation, expression, and audience...

Plays are meant to be performed rather than read. The purpose of dramatic arts often extends far beyond the words written on a page—staging, lighting, costumes intonation, expression, and audience experience are all part of the experience of a theatrical production. To help develop your understanding of Othello and the cultural role of the dramatic arts, you will view a production of the play this week and write a two-page reflection to explain your viewing experience. Please make sure you review the Assignment Connection portion of this week's lesson, as it will provide some additional help. 
Below, please find two adaptations of Othello.
Otelo (Links to an external site.) (Spanish version)
Othello (Links to an external site.) (1981, William Marshall version)
You may also find this short interview helpful:Is Othello a Racist Play?  (Links to an external site.)
For this assignment, you will view one of the above versions of Othello. You will also find this website (Links to an external site.) valuable in helping you understand how to analyze a play. Once you've gone through the website link and watched the play, please complete a reflection that addresses the following.
· Identify the performance that you have selected and why you chose that performance.
· Describe the staging, lighting, costumes, and characters of the performance. How do these match or revise the written version of the play?
· What type of mood and tone does the performance create? How?
· What parts of the play are easier to understand through performance? What are some details that stood out through the performance?
· What does the performance suggest about the role of theater in contemporary culture? (Please write a strong paragraph that thoughtfully answers this question.)
Be sure to submit your assignment.
RUBRIC
Week 4: Reflection Assignment: Experiencing Theate
    Week 4: Reflection Assignment: Experiencing Theate
    Criteria
    Ratings
    Pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssignment Requirements:
The student has written two full, double-spaced pages and answered all necessary questions and components of the assignment. The student explains which version of Othello they chose and why.
        15.0 pts
Full Marks
    0.0 pts
No Marks
    15.0 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConventions of Theater:
The student has described the staging, lighting, costumes, and characters in the performance and described how their chosen performance matches up with the written version of Othello.
        25.0 pts
Full Marks
    0.0 pts
No Marks
    25.0 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMood:
The student has discussed the mood and tone of the performance with examples and identified what parts the live performance made easier to understand.
        10.0 pts
Full Marks
    0.0 pts
No Marks
    10.0 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRole of Theater:
The student has written a strong paragraph on what the performance suggests about the role of theater in contemporary culture.
        25.0 pts
Full Marks
    0.0 pts
No Marks
    25.0 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar, Mechanics, and Style:
Grammar refers to co
ectness of language usage. Mechanics refers to conventional co
ectness in capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. Style includes word choice, sentence variety, clarity, and conciseness. Also, sentences vary in length and structure; ideas are clear, logical, and concise.
        10.0 pts
Full Marks
    0.0 pts
No Marks
    10.0 pts