Critic the Opera Porgy and Bess

Students are to view the video of the acclaimed opera Porgy and Bess and write an essay /critique based on  of the work.  In expressing their views, student should be sure to include a discussion of their awareness and understanding of where the following  elements take place in the opera. Aristotle’s  six components of drama The importance of Spectacle, Scenery, Lighting., costuming, Make-up Explain the meaning of the Libretto Identify  what and where the recitative occurs Point out the  Aria which stood out in the production Identify notable ensembles or chorus that were feature in the work and the   effect they had on one’s value added to the production. Is there Oratorio or the use of the art song in the selection Is there a Strophic form or Lied developed in the composition