Sound, Music and Lighting

Discuss how the sound, music and lighting helps this play to feel realistic and/ or theatrical.

• Are there any scenes where the sound, music or lighting sticks out from the rest? If so, why do they stick out and what do they convey? How different would this play be if there was no sound and a single lighting state?

• How do these elements get used to create a sense of place and mood for the action?

• Are there any sounds or pieces of music that repeat? What are they used to represent? How does the music affect the audience’s relationship to the characters?

• What do different lighting states indicate about what is happening in a particular scene? What are the differences between harsh and soft lighting?

• What role does lighting, sound and music play in scene transitions?

• If you were the sound or lighting designer, what would you need to consider to make sure that you bring this story to life through sound or light?