Cerebellum
The Elements Of Drama - Action And Theme
The Elements of Drama - The wonderful world of drama comes alive in The Elements of Drama, as the young host and hostess take viewers on a journey through the works of such famous playwrights as William Shakespeare. Colorful graphics and...
Curated Video
A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Interview: Oberon and Puck pt 1
This video explores a key segment from Act 2, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," specifically focusing on the interaction between Oberon and Puck. It delves into the plot involving the magical flower love-in-idleness...
PBS
Is Community a Postmodern Masterpiece?
Though the TV show Community has never achieved huge ratings, it has a passionate cult following, including us here at Idea Channel. The show plays with genre and narrative in such a creative way that it brings to mind the cultural and...
Cerebellum
The Elements Of Drama - Characters
The Elements of Drama - The wonderful world of drama comes alive in The Elements of Drama, as the young host and hostess take viewers on a journey through the works of such famous playwrights as William Shakespeare. Colorful graphics and...
Curated Video
Establishing a Clear and Engaging Beginning in Narrative Writing
In this lesson, we learned about the importance of establishing a situation at the beginning of a narrative. This includes introducing the characters, setting, and kickoff events that ease the reader into the story. Without a clear...
Curated Video
Romeo and Juliet Prologue Language: The Sonnet
This video focuses on the structured elegance of the prologue in Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," presented as a sonnet—a popular form during Shakespeare's era, typically associated with romantic expression. The analysis covers the...
Tom Nicholas
Dramaturgy - WTF? An introduction to dramaturgy and the dramaturg in theatre
Although originating in the dramatic theatre or narrative theatre, dramaturgy is an increasingly useful notion for describing the affective journey an audience goes on while watching a play or performance. In episode four of What the...
Extra Credits
Using Narrative as Context - Balancing Gameplay and Story Elements - Extra Credits
You can de-emphasize a story without completely removing a narrative from a game. From the Super Mario games to Portal, there are many opportunities for narrative elements to enhance the gameplay and give the player a reason to, well,...
Curated Video
Engaging with the plot of 'The Viewer'
Pupil outcome: I can engage with the plot of ‘The Viewer’. Key learning points: - ‘The Viewer’ is a narrative fiction story with elements of mystery and supernatural fantasy. - The setting in the opening is a ‘dump’ in the city. - The...
Curated Video
Character, setting and plot in 'The Planet in a Pickle Jar'
Pupil outcome: I can explore the story through discussing the characters, setting and plot. Key learning points: - ‘The Planet in a Pickle Jar’ is told through narrative writing and illustrations and it includes magical elements. - The...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 5.4 Scene Summary
This video explores a tense and dramatic sequence in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on Brutus as he continues to inspire his troops amidst the chaos of battle. The narrative highlights the death of young Cato and the strategic...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 5.3 Figurative Language: “Son” and “Sun”
This video segment delves into a vivid description of Cassius's death in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on the symbolic use of blood and sunset imagery. It explores how Titanius uses these elements to reflect the decline of the...
12tone
Let's Talk About Blues Lyrics
Or why blues lyrics are more important than you might think. Get 26% off CuriosityStream and a free Nebula account: http://www.curiositystream.com/12tone and use promo code "12tone" A lot of scholarship on the blues focuses on its...
Crash Course
Comedies, Romances, and Shakespeare's Heroines: Crash Course Theater #16
As a writer, Shakespeare took the genre of comedy to a new level. An informational video outlines the characteristics of Shakespeare's comedies and romances and explains how the plays differed from others during the period. Additionally,...