AQA GCSE Drama sample

SET PLAY 2: ‘Blood Brothers’ by Willy Russell 2 Below are some short excerpts from various responses to the demands of lighting in other scenes from the play ‘ Blood Brothers ’. When Mrs Johnstone first enters, I will have her appear in a pool of blue light. 1 This will emphasise the sad nature of her story and make the begin�ing feel like a mysterious dream. 2 A I want the Nar�ator to appear like a harsh judgemental character. I will use some low-angled lights that will cast shadows on his face, making him appear gaunt and frightening. B At the end of the Marilyn Monroe song, I will have the rosy bright light from the profile spots, fade to a cooler, more ordinary daylight, to show the contrast between Mrs Johnstone’s dreams and reality. C During the Nar�ator’s ‘Shoes upon the table’ I will have the lighting become more intense and harsh. He will be lit from the front, casting large looming shadows behind him. On the final ‘He’s knocking on the door’ there will be a brief blackout and, when the lights come back on, the Nar�ator has disappeared. D To indicate Mickey’s mental state when he is looking for Edward towards the end of Act 2, I will have flashing red lights, showing his anger. These will be replaced by blue flashing lights when the police appear. E Shape and colour Reason for choice and effect created TASK 21 Read the excerpts above and underline in pencil any references to: colours, angles, special effects, onstage lights, dimming or blackouts. 71 SECTION B STUDY OF A SET PLAY