The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time Theatre Analysis
On the 26th of April, we went to see the ‘Curious incident of the dog in the night time’ directed by Marianne Elliot. The play took place at Gielgud theatre in London which has been there for 110 years, we went to see it on the 26th of April 2016. The theatre was a large space that could have seated around 3,000 people. The overall impression of the play was quite strange because it followed the mind of a teenager suffering from Asperger’s syndrome. It contained multiple scenes of physical theatre however it wasn’t naturalistic. This is because the audience aren’t meant to feel like it’s real as they are looking the mind of a teenager suffering from Asperger’s syndrome. Altogether
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A scene that showed physical theatre was where Christopher first meets Mrs Alexander. During this scene, there is a conversation between the two of them and then she goes inside to get something for him. They used physical theatre to exaggerate the features of an old aged pensioner by making her look slower than an actual person would walk. The ensemble contributed to this by doing fast and sudden movements to give the effect of time passing by, Keating also contributed to this by doing the same movements. During this period, Mrs Alexander walked at a very slow pace and taking elongated steps to make it look like she was walking a lot slower than she would do to add contrast into this scene and exaggerate these features to the audience. This had the effect of showing how Christopher sometimes exaggerates things from what they really are. This added to his character, his personality and developed what the audience’s perspective on him was. Another scene where physical theatre is used to help create effect is when Christopher is on the train going to London. Every time there is the sound of them shuddering or bumping on the train track all the ensemble on the train as well as Christopher move in the same direction as if they are getting pushed to the side. This helped to make the audience believe that they are on a
What makes fiction novels especially interesting are the larger messages hidden within them. The novel, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by Mark Haddon does just that. The novel centers around a 15 year old genius Christopher Boone who has a mental disability of some sort, struggling with communication because of it. The book is comprised of a murder mystery novel Christopher sought to write after discovering the bloody murder of his neighbor's dog, Wellington. Gradually, the story focuses away from the main conflict and morphs into a complicated story about Christopher’s life. With that, Haddon brings out the complexity and hardships of human life, specifically through the topic of truth and deceit. The truth comes out eventually; fabricating it now will only prolong the unwanted effects later. Also, lies ruin relationships, possibly for good.
In the novel, The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-time by Mark Haddon, the elements of Character of Father, the Aha-Moment of Christopher and the Conflict develops the theme when in making an effort to heal a relationship, one must be truthful in order to show a sense of trust and value to the person. Firstly, the Character of Father helps us to understand a level of effort he puts in trying to fix his relationship with Christopher. Father says “ And, um… I’ve got you a present. To show you that I really mean what I say. And to say sorry (Hadden 219), the quotation gives us a perspective that Ed really care for his son and that the golden retriever symbolizes a peace offering between them. However, he also shows effort in the relationship
In the novel, The Curious Case of The Dog in The Night-Time, by Mark Haddon, diction is effectively utilized throughout the story for a number of reasons. To start, one sees that Christopher on page 205 speaks using sophisticated and high level diction. For instance, when Christopher is talking to his mother about his exam he says, “but I have to go because it has been arranged and the Reverend Peters is going to invigilate.” (Haddon 205). Indeed, Christopher’s ability to use sophisticated diction demonstrates his intelligence to readers. Secondly, one may see that the father of Christopher uses very vulgar language. For example, when the father has found out Christopher is still investigating wellington's murder after he tells told him to
Have you ever felt abused, sad or mistreated for something you can’t control ?In this book the curious incident of the dog in the night time By Mark Haddon depicts the main character Christopher Boone who is autistic and lives in a distressed family. Haddon translates Christopher’s point of view point of view and depicts Christopher’s daily life to the reader and depicts many of the troubles that Christopher has to face. This story takes place in the united kingdom in Swindon the era of time this takes place in is a bout he nineteen ninety’s. Haddon uses many literary techniques to enhance the story to the reader.
Several individuals go through life either having a fixed mindset or growth mindset. A fixed mindset is when a person thinks they only have a certain amount of intelligent and cannot further themselves in their academics. Although, a growth mindset is when a person is motivated to increase their ability and is open minded to anything that is being taught, absorbing in the information. Carol Dweck’s article, “Brainology: Transforming Students’ Motivation to Learn” explains how intelligent the brain is and how a person can use it to their advantage. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time”, written by Christopher John Francis Boone applies these
There are many things that people use to get out of things or to make
The mind of an autistic person is fascinating and frightening because usually their actions can’t accurately express what their brain is thinking. It is frustrating to try and determine what a child with autism is trying to say, and often results in them being misunderstood. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by Mark Haddon, tells the story from the perspective of Christopher Boone, a fifteen year old boy with autism. Chris is brilliant at math and science, but is unable to understand or express emotion. His difficult home life further contributes to his illness; he doesn’t have anyone at home who supports him and tries to help him. His teacher, Siobhan, is his only friend and the only person who tries to help him learn to
When was the last time you read a book and it was actually about the title? Most books are deeper than we actually like to envisage. For example the book Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Everybody knows about the folklore where Frankenstein’s monster, a creature which was raised from the dead and is this nefarious being sent to create havoc upon others. But if you really think about it, the story is more of somebody who just wanted to find love and have friends.
Everyone in the world has strengths and weaknesses. Everyone has things that give them an advantage, but also put them at a disadvantage. People with autism are often said to be at a disadvantage due to their disorder. The words “my child has autism” often brings sadness or sympathy. What people don't quite understand is that having autism can be positive. People who are autistic learn and think visually. They tend to think outside of the box and excel at recalling memories. In The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime by Mark Haddon, the main character goes on a journey to find out the truth about his mother. Mark Haddon uses symbolism and formal syntax to develop his theme that it is important to seek the truth, even if it requires facing obstacles.
A novel can do many things that make us think. In 2003 The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time by Mark Haddon shows us a look on one situation through three very unique people. The story contains many moments that give you a look at the characters motives. Such moments are when judy leaves the family because she can't handle Christopher (pg 106) or when Ed told Christopher that he was the one killed wellington (pg 121).
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, as written by Mark Haddon, provides an astounding narrative that is more unique than any other. Told from the point of view from Christopher, a special needs fifteen-year old, Haddon tells the story in which Christopher goes on a journey to discover how and why the neighborhood dog was killed, and as a result discovers much more about his own world. The events that happen in the book are extraordinary circumstances. After all, a boy doesn’t find a dead dog and discover that his mother is alive every day. Christopher thinks logically, and approaches new and confusing situations as according. Therefore, It may appear that he is growing, but in reality, he is only adapting and reacting accordingly.
How Confidence Helped Christopher Confidence is the feeling of self-assurance while doing something. Having confidence could really help someone while doing a task. Mark Haddon, the author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, showed how a boy named Christopher overcame obstacles and gained a lot of confidence. First, Christopher had to start socializing with other people, which increased his confidence in talking to strangers.
It is okay to abuse your kid if they have autism because they need to learn how to behave and act normal. Often parents will think this and callously discipline their kid due to the fact they just want them to be normal. Frustration and stress can lead them to going over the edge and start an abusive cycle with their child. This cycle can have a drastic effect on the child and usually just escalate and make the situation worse. Discipline is usually not the answer when dealing with a child on the autistic spectrum, love and encouragement can be bigger motivators for making the child behave. Children with autism often take abuse from people as a result of the their social awkwardness.
Every individual faces obstacles that are necessary to overcome, whether it be for equity, justice or honesty. Throughout The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by Mark Haddon, the main character, Christopher tells his story as a socially awkward teenage boy who has a supposedly deceased mother and lives with his father. Being an adolescent, Christopher faces obstacles throughout the novel that he has to overcome in order to grow. The only thing is, Christopher is not like everyone else. While discovering the truth and embarking on certain adventures, Christopher is in search of a form of justice that he truly deserves.
The play is made up of such visceral episodes, to the soldier as he “turns Ian over… and rapes him” (49), to the final scene of “Darkness/ Light” – the shift showing the passing time – and in the moments of light small snippets of anxiety, such as Ian’s repetition of the aurally violent “cunt cunt cunt cunt….”, and the next snippet the light reveals “Ian strangling himself” (59), and finally Ian cannibalising a baby (60). Kane is experimenting with the physicality of the theatre. In Artaud’s manifesto for The Theatre of the Absurd, he describes the power of theatre “for extension beyond words” and how this opens a new world of “signs” as they create a “language in space”. Kane plays on these ideas as she places the audience in direct exposure