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Global Theater History, 2006.
This paper looks at global theater history as education for 4th grade children.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 55.95
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In this article, the writer looks at film, entertainment and the multimedia business. The writer focuses attention on these aspects in California. The writer discusses that the future lies in interactive entertainment that will take some major features of the computer and video game industry thereby putting an immense impact on the future of entertainment and technology. Further, the writer looks at the Disney business and the history of entertainment features from Japan.
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Thesis Statement
Outline
Introduction
The Various Entertainment Eras:
Entertainment History from Another Foreign Country: Japan
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"After the 1990s, with the growth of digital content in entertainment, California has been acknowledged as the bastion of media entertainment with big banners like Titanic and Jurassic Park becoming blockbuster movies. The heavy special effects in these movies owe their origin in California which has the indomitable strengths of latest technology and rich content. Besides, novel forms of technology is expected to roll out when P.C., T.V. and telephone converge into one. Los Angeles is presently witnessing a multimedia boom as more than a several thousands of people are engaged in the multimedia business. California's tryst with entertainment dates back to the silent era when Mendocino became the first film to be made in its category in the Silent Movie Theatre. In the forthcoming five to six years it is anticipated that computer and video game business will be break unforeseen barriers will be worth a whopping $10 billion in US alone hooking kids and surprising adults too."
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Musical Theatre History, 2004.
An analysis of the history of musical theatre in the United States.
1,158 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 28.95
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This paper briefly looks at the history of American musical theater traced back to the 18th century. It looks at various types of musical theatre pieces, such as rock musicals, revivals, classics, and others.
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"In the 1790?s, theaters in New York City offered much more musical entertainments than mainstream theater drama. During this time, musical performances were flourishing in many other cities and commonly took place in the theater. This gave way to a the beginnings of a variety of entertainment including puppet shows, ballad operas, circuses, dances, all of which had some type of musical involvement."
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History of Musical Theater, 2004.
An examination of the history of musical theater in the United States from 1864-1950.
812 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 20.95
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This paper explores some of America?s most important musical styles, which were usually found outside of the concert hall and represented such genres as comic opera, operetta, and other types musical revues. It looks at how these were usually located in the major cities like New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Boston and San Francisco. This paper provides a brief discussion of the history of these musical styles.
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"The ?Great Depression? years, circa 1929 to 1940, created a huge impact on American music, for some long-existing institutions were forced to close their doors due to financial difficulties. The genre of the musical revue was also affected because of nationwide radio broadcasts that severely limited the number of people that attended live musical performances. As an example, ?between 1929 and 1934, about 70 percent of all musicians in the United States were unemployed? (Crawford, 2001, 590). Thus, with the advent of radio and later television, the true musical revue and its related genres were doomed, and in light of today?s technology have never fully recovered."
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Playbill and the History of Broadway Theater, 2002.
The paper analyzes the role the reference guide, Playbill, has played in Broadway's history, focusing specifically on the musical "Showboat" and its accompanying Playbill.
1,343 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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The paper explains the nature of a Playbill, a kind of reference guide to the show of the evening, summing up the cast list, the cast biographies, and also giving theatergoers a bit of advice about places to go in New York before and after the show. The paper examines the role the playbill plays in encapsulating the consumerist, capitalist nature of Broadway theater. It also explores the influence wielded by Showboat's playbill.
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" ?Show Boat,? originally produced in 1926, and later revived at the Gershwin theater in 1994, has often been called the first modern Broadway musical. The image on the cover of the show?s Playbill during its most recent incarnation on Broadway is a sentimental picture of a turn of the century family of three waving at a large, smoking Riverboat show boat ship. This Playbill artifact encapsulates, perhaps more than any other example of the modern, New York Broadway theatre, the nature of Broadway?s form of theatrical, musical entertainment. The Playbill is a nostalgic commodity that reduces the show to a singular theme, and attempts to encapsulate within its covers, in as non-threatening a fashion as possible, the nature of a show that has proved disturbing to many viewers."
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The Global South and the Global North, 2007.
An analysis of the impact of globalization on the inequality between the global north and the global south.
1,402 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 33.95
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This paper looks at globalization and discusses how it has exacerbated the pre-existing inequalities between the poor global south and the wealthy global north. It illustrates how globalization forces some people (predominantly in the southern regions of the planet) to work while permitting other people (predominantly individuals residing in the global north) to become wealthy.
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"To start with, it is commonly known that powerful multinational corporations in the global north habitually take their manufacturing operations from Europe and/or America and deposit those aforementioned manufacturing operations in global south countries where they can avoid the onerous regulatory regimes, high corporate taxes, and high wage costs they associate with the north. At the same time, the movement of jobs and plants to the south has the unhappy effect of not only costing workers jobs in the north but also of reducing the south to the subordinate position of being "hewers of wood and drawers of water" for multinationals that are looking for cheap human resources that can be utilized in a working environment that is more permissive than the highly-regulated work environments of America and/or Europe. A good example of this phenomenon can be found in the IT sector where skilled U.S. workers are losing jobs to individuals overseas (Sosbe, 4) - presumably because the "cost of doing business" vis-a-vis wage expenses is lower in global south nations which do not have a strong tradition of labor activism or of government involvement in employee-employer relations."
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Globalization and Global Labour Patterns, 2005.
An analysis of the factors leading to globalization and global labour patterns.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 10 sources, £ 76.95
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This paper discusses globalization and global labour patterns. The paper argues that in a globalized world corporations are determining the labour conditions in both developed and developing countries. It suggests that the corporations are essentially making cheap, unskilled and flexible labourers.
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"Globalization and Global Labour Patterns Globalization is one of the most controversial issues in politics and economics. In "Note on Terminalogy" David McNally defines globalization as, "The mainstream term for the new world Economy of the past twenty years" (McNally 9). How exactly has the world economy changed? While discussing the political and economic changes that have occurred over the last three decades Teeple explains, A system of highly integrated world trade was an irreversible fact by the end of the 1970s, confirmed and hastened by the new means of transportation and communications, whose increased productivity were transforming the worldwide distribution of products and hence the global conditions for valorization (Teeple 71)."
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Processes of Globalization and Shared Global Culture, 2005.
A discussion on whether the processes of globalization are producing a shared global culture.
2,028 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 45.95
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The paper states that it is not complicated to find some globalized places such as airline terminals, international hotels or CNN business news revealing the effects of globalization and its repercussions on our understanding of culture in the modern world. The paper relates that through the growing of global interconnections and the processes of ideas and global goods crossing national borders, cultures fuse across the globe. The paper also discusses the presence of English as an international language, and a homogenization of culture. The paper confirms that, culture is a set of values and practices characterized by its particularity, which nevertheless needs universal criteria as a reference to justify this particularity. It is also crucial to define culture as an "encompassing" concept and to keep in mind that it is difficult to know what is cultural.
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"In addition, a shared global culture is also relevant as a global dissemination of an American or Western culture. Indeed the processes of globalization are providing fuel for a cultural imperialism, that is to say a global culture liable to be a hegemonic culture. Thus the assertion of a shared global culture seems to be linked to what Friedman describes as "the increasing hegemony of particular central cultures, the diffusion of American values, consumers goods and lifestyles" (Friedman, 1994: 195). The diffusion of dominant standard icons and references such as MacDonald's, Coca-Cola leads to think about an obvious Americanization. In a word, cultures are both confronted by a global dominance of the western culture and by the practices of global capitalism. The result is probably a decrease of cultural differences: a process which undeniably worked to the advantage of the USA and others Western nations. A striking example of this tendency of cultural imperialism is the United Nations Educations Scientific and Cultural Organization's call for a "new world information and communication order" and its politics on global culture."
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Globalization and Global Survival, 2005.
This paper discusses the effects and dangers of globalization.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 5 sources, £ 50.95
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This article examines the cultural, commercial, political and environmental effects of globalization. The writer then looks at the related challenges and dangers. The writer discusses how the existence of international monopolies together with the third world sweat shops and additional factors endanger global survival. The writer further discusses that globalization's exportation of environmentally and perhaps socially unsustainable Western materialism to populous developing nations such as India and China is also worrying for the future of the planet.
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"Evidence of increasing hegemony by an ever shrinking number of multinational conglomerates is fuelling increasing concern regarding global cultural, commercial, political and environmental effects from such inequitable distribution of power. The creation of international industrial monopolies and massive fortunes of unprecedented size, accompanied as it is by equally massive down-sizing, unemployment, environmental degradation and the exponential increase of Third World sweat shops and child labor, seems to be leading to disaster on a global scale."
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Roman Theatre, 2006.
This paper discusses Roman theatre and its history.
1,461 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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This paper discusses Roman theatre and explains that it was vastly influenced by the Greek theatre although they have many differences. The paper provides an outline of the general history of Roman theatre and discusses how the Roman theatre gives us an insight on the Romans and their culture. The paper relates that it has played an important part in the beginning and evolution of the European theatre.
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"The Roman theatre faced some problems in the beginning due to the fact that the audience was distracted by other events. The first performance of Hecyra was a ruin because the audience was distracted by the boxers and the rope dancer. The second performance was again a disaster as people heard of a rumor that a "gladiatorial display was about to take place" (W. Beare, p.165). The stage was a wooden one and some people hold the view that at a time the Romans had created a revolving stage. This is not considered as an authentic historical record of the history of Roman theatre. The actors and their dressing rooms were located behind the stage."
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Japanese Noh Theater and the Traditional Western Theater, 2000.
A comparison of the evolution and development of two distinctive forms of theater.
1,965 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 6 sources, £ 44.95
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The Noh Theater of Japan is an extremely ritualized tradition, and traces of the Noh Theater are found in Western theater. This paper explores many of the distinctive elements of the Noh Theater, such as the use of masks, the themes presented within plays, and the evolution from the old Noh Theater to a more modern presentation of Noh techniques. While the focus of this paper is on the Noh Theater, comparisons are drawn between the Noh Theater and traditional Western theater. There is also a discussion of the more dialogue-driven kyogen style of Japanese theater in respect to the more ritualized Noh Theater.
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"The impact on the Noh Theater on the Western theater can be seen to have occurred in a very diverse way. It appears that the Western theaters managed to assimilate various components from the Noh Theater, such as the use of the hitamen in performances to convey a blank countenance. However, the greatest aspect of the Noh Theater on the West is found within the development of more exacting performance techniques, where rather than a single production being subject to incongruities and shoddy acting, the standards of acting were promoted to a higher level overall."
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Early American Film History, 2008.
An overview of the history of the American film industry from the late 1890s to the 1920s.
1,848 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 42.95
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This paper discusses how American cinema from 1896 and thereafter really has its roots in Thomas Edison's early inventions relating to film projectors. The paper then takes a look at the development of early film and cinematography throughout the 1880s and 1890s, starting from the invention of the kinetophonograph. It also tracks the history of films beginning with the first motion picture called "Monkeyshines", filmed in 1891, through the building of the first film studio and movie theaters. In addition, the paper discusses how, by the 1920s, American film and cinematography seemed to mature as an industry and how the technology had advanced to such a degree that producers and directors could shift their attention from the technology to the actual making of a film and directing of the storylines.
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"The development of cinema into an art form in its early years is inextricably related to the development and advances associated with the film technology itself. Eventually the dominance of the East coast film companies which had advanced various film projection technologies in tandem with film production such as Edison's own Edison Company and the American Mutoscope Company among others, gave way to film production companies which began to concentrate solely on film production rather than on the technology development as well as film production. This shift in focus from the film projector itself to actual film production began in earnest in the US with the work of Edwin Porter who is known as the father of the story film (Bordwell 57)."
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BalletNY and the History of Ballet, 2007.
This paper provides an overview of the history of ballet and looks at the BalletNY dance company.
1,909 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 43.95
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Describing ballet as a classical dance form characterized by grace and precision of movement and elaborate formal technique, the writer of this articles presents a history of ballet. The writer looks at the BalletNY company and notes that BalletNY has become a well known and respected dance Company. The writer discusses BalletNY's principal dancers. The writer concludes that the New York City Ballet has done what BalletNY hopes to do, acquire one of the largest, most faithful, intelligent, and enthusiastic audiences in the American theater world.
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Humble Beginnings
The Emergence of Ballet
Opra Ballet
Liberation Ballerina
Social Change
A Decline In Interest
The New York City Ballet and BalletNY: Full Circle
Bibliography
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"Formerly DanceGalaxy, BalletNY was founded in 1997 by former New York City Ballet Principal Ballerina Judith Fugate and International Guest Artist Medhi Bahiri. BalletNY is comprised of accomplished principals and soloists who have danced with leading American and international ballet companies such as New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Dance Theater of Harlem, and the Joffrey Ballet, among others."
"Judith Fugate is a former principal ballerina with the New York City Ballet. She has danced roles in virtually every ballet in the NYCB repertoire counting Peter Martins and Mikhail Baryshnikov among her many famous partners. In 1997, she left the New York City Ballet Company to purse a career as a freelance Guest Artist and Co-Artistic Director of what is now known as BalletNY."
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Musical Theater, 2005.
Examines the history of musical theater in the United States.
1,371 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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Musical theater is almost as old as America itself. From the 1700s to the present day, the stages across the United States have come alive with the voices and instruments of dramatic, romantic and comedic musicals that have delighted audiences of all ages. This paper shows that the United States is known for its mixture of cultures, beliefs and traditions and where freedom of expression is not only allowed but encouraged. American musical theater is a prime example of this ethnic and cultural eclectic creativity and presentation. The paper traces the history of musical theater in the United States from the 1700s to the present day.
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"Rodgers and Hammerstein started their run of hits with "Oklahoma." The seemingly impossible mixture of murder, suspense and music worked because the characters were characterized in depth. The creative team took other risks as well: Instead of opening with the usual stirring ensemble number, the curtain rose on a farm woman churning butter as a cowboy enters singing a solo about the beauty of the morning. Further, Hammerstein wrote lyrics for all the songs in a conversational style, each fitting specific characters and storytelling needs. In addition, since the characters would be dealing with emotions that might sound awkward if verbalized by cowboys and farm girls, Rodgers and Hammerstein decided to use dance as an integral element."
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Globalised Code of Ethics in Law, 2008.
A thesis examining the need for a globalised code of ethics for law.
65,535 words (approx. 262.1 pages), 262 sources, APA, £ 178.95
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This research paper examines whether or not there is a need for a globalised code of ethics for transnational legal practice. The first chapter of the study presents the background of the issues, which includes the globalisation of business and ethics: phases of globalisation and implications for legal ethics and globalisation and the practice of law. The paper then goes on to discuss the methodology of the study and present its conclusions.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter One: Introduction To The Study
Background Of The Problem
Globalisation Of Business And Ethics
Globalisation And The Practice Of Law
An Ethical Code For A Globalised Legal Profession?
Statement Of The Problem
Research Questions
Research Method
Assumptions And Limitations
Description Of Thesis Organisation
Chapter Two: Issues Of Globalisation
Introduction
Global Business Issues And Globalisation Of Law
Evolution Of Globalised Legal Ethics
The Need For Global Ethics: Complexities Across Borders
Privileged Communication
Money Laundering
Publicity
Discrimination
Conflict Of Interest
Confidentiality Of Data
Conclusion
Chapter Three: Legal Ethics And Professionalism
Introduction
Concepts Of Professionalism
Purpose Of Legal Ethics
Professional Self-Regulation
Summary
Chapter Four: Morality And Ethics
Introduction
Ethics And Morality
Ethics And Philosophy
Impacts Of Globalisation On Professional Ethics
Conclusions
Chapter Five: Development Of A Globalised Code Of Ethics
Introduction
Efforts To Develop A Globalised Code Of Ethics
The Iba's Code Of International Legal Ethics
The Aba's Model Rules
The Ccbe's Code Of Conduct
Comparison Of Code Provisions
The General Agreement On Trade In Services
History Of The Gats
Framework Of The Gats
Developments Regarding The Creation Of Disciplines
The Potential Use Of Gats As A Means Of Establishing A Globalised Code Of Ethics
Conclusion
Chapter Six: Framework Of A Globalised Code
Introduction
Problems Attendant Upon The Development
And Promulgation Of A Globalised Code
Disparities In Legal Traditions
Enforcement Issues
Framework Of The Globalised Code
Use Of The Ccbe As The Foundation Of The Code
General Principles And Minimum Standards Of The Globalised Code
The Need For Flexibility
Conclusion
Chapter Seven: Current Trends In Ethics Education And Training
Introduction
Disparate Codes Of Ethics And The Imperatives Of Unification
Opposition To A Universal Ethics Code For The Legal Profession
Ethics Teaching In Law Schools
Resistance To Ethics Teaching
Orientations To Legal Ethics In Law Schools
Legal Education And Professional Education Theory
Contemporary Legal Education
Aclec: Critique Of Legal Ethics Education
The Ethical Challenges To Legal Education Reform
Continued Ethics Training
Conclusion
Chapter Eight: Conclusions And Recommendations
Findings Of The Study
Is A Globalised Code Necessary?
Globalisation
Globalisation And The Practice Of Law
Professionalism And A Globalised Code
Morality And Ethics
The Movement Toward A Globalised Code Of Legal Ethics
Framework Of A Globalised Code
Recommendations
A Globalised Code Is Necessary
How To Achieve The Goal Of A Globalised Code
Legal Ethics Education Reform
The Question Of Ethics Training For Lawyers
Conclusions
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"The questionability of the core assumption contained in 'ethics training as sanctions' does not invalidate the proposal itself. The application of a redefined version of the 'ethics training as sanctions,' one which acknowledges that ethic violations are often deliberate and express an innate disregard for the code, can positively contribute to the strengthening of the legal ethics project. As Goodlad (1995) argues, the greater majority of legal practitioners have not benefited from a law education which centralised legal ethics or which integrated the imperatives and components of ethics evaluation and moral judgment and practice into the academic curriculum. Therefore, their ethics development, as contrasted to their academic development, is immature (p. 93). Within the framework of this understanding, the preponderant lack of commitment to the ethics code emanates, not from lack of knowledge but, from lack of understanding. Ethics training is beneficial in this regard insofar as it can create and transmit that understanding, thereby compensating for the legal ethics education deficit (p. 94)."
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