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Seeing as A Star is Born is based in modern day it tackles themes such as Alcoholism. Currently 13.8 million Americans have a drinking problem according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Culturally and socially this is a major problem that is explored in the film as my character is an alcoholic. For my performance I will focus on the plot of the song rather than how intoxicated my character is. This is due to me wanting to convey my ability to play the guitar and sing rather than play a character out of context.

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Culturally in 2011 Fundamentalist groups resurfaced having reintroducing polygamy which upsets the Mormon church. Socially The musical was a smash hit bring the biggest broadway musical within fifty years. Which shows America can’t get enough of the Mormon plot line as entertainment. Politically in 2011 two politicians ran for presidency. Showing an increase into Mormon acceptance. The Mormons Tabernacle choir have won dozens of Grammies. Culturally the Mormons believe that singing is cleansing for the soul and touching for everybody around. As it “speaks to the heart”. This shows how passionate Mormons are about their choir and I can use this in my song and express how vigorous and energetic I can be.

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What Do Mormons Believe in Today? (2011)

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Research into social context of the play - 2005

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Research into social context of the play - 2005

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As the play was written in 2005 I have researched the social context of the play, finding that in 2003 a study of children’s depression was an  exponential factor when it came to young people’s death. As it states “Suicide is the third leading cause of death for 15– 24 year olds and the sixth leading cause of death for 5–14 year olds.” I know this link is reliable as it’s published research from the institute for clinical excellence, whom specialise in mental health. I will use this research in my performance as I don’t want to offend anyone that may have been suffering with suicidal tendencies or knows someone that has. I will be very respectful in this regard

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in this music video I really enjoyed the human emotion portrayed by both performers, this is something id like to incorporate into my piece, as I want the audience to watch and really connect like I did watching this video.

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Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper - Shallow (from A Star Is Born) (Official Music Video)

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Shallow is a song written by Lady Gaga, Mark Ronson, Anthony Rossomando, and Andrew Wyatt. Performed by Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, from the 2018 movie A Star is Born. the song was originally just meant to be sung by the character Ally, and wasn't used for the plot. However, this was changed to better explore the couples love.

Gaga, L. (2019). Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper – Shallow. [online] Genius. Available at: https://genius.com/Lady-gaga-and-bradley-cooper-shallow-lyrics [Accessed 1 Jan. 2019].

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For this number I will incorporate Brian d'Arcy James' mannerism as I feel he has really nailed how the character of bottom is portrayed. so within doing this I would convey to the audience a funny and interesting piece. however, adding my own characterisation as I do not want to simply copy Brian

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the costumes will be over the top and have a sense of flare to match the style of acting i will perform. i want to act this like Christian Borle and Brian d'Arcy James played

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In this number i have decided with Will to perform the tap piece near the end 'This Bottoms Gonna Be On Top' from 'Something Rotten' as we would like to show off our skill set with a piece that benefits two people and is entertaining for the audience

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HD Something Rotten "This Bottom's Gonna Be On Top"

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for this role im going to keep the character very much the same to myself as i have an understanding and relation to my characters emotions. However, I will use my research to influence my decisions as this is a meaningful monologue and I need to convey the message of the effects of depression can have on young lives.

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NHS information about depression in teenagers and signs of it. i can use this to furthermore understand how to approach the role of Jim as he is a depressed and socially anxious teenager who hasn't come to terms about his past

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Advice and information for parents who are worried about their teenage child, including concerns about depression, eating disorders, drugs, alcohol, unprotected sex and crime.

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performances of the same monologue

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Monologue : Jim From "Chatroom" By Enda Walsh

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Enda Walsh's Chatroom is a play about manipulation, cyberbullying and adolescent insecurity.  it features six teenage characters communicating only via the internet. and one character named Jim is having suicidal thoughts.

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costume example for I Believe

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in this video Andrew Rannells talks about 'I Believe' stating its his favourite song because its grounding for the character. as well as his interpretations of Elder Price.

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Backstage with 'Book of Mormon' star Andrew Rannells Talkin' Life & White Strips.mp4

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current Actor playing elder Price

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Now playing London. Sign up now for Manchester 2019. The hit musical by Matt Stone and Trey Parker the Creators of South Park and Bobby Lopez of Frozen fame.

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The song i will be singing is 'I Believe' from The Book Of Mormon. in this song i will be playing Elder Price. a young Mormon missionary. he is seen as the perfect, all American, son of god. he was first portrayed by Andrew Rannells on Broadway. i have seen the book of mormon and i know that the chatacter is very over dramatic and giddy when. However, in this song he becomes a little bit more serious and yet hopeful.

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I Believe - The Book of Mormon - Andrew Rannells - Tony Awards 2011