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Julie Taymor on The Lion King and Her Creative Process

T he musical stage adaptation of Disney’s The Lion King is the most successful theatrical production of all time, according to a new book on the history of Broadway : it has grossed $6.2 billion worldwide.

So some of the people who’ve seen the show were surprised when director Julie Taymor said in a recent talk at the Nantucket Project that she’d originally envisioned a different arc for the story, one that departed markedly from the animated film.

In a conversation expanding on the story she briefly outlined at the event, Taymor explains that while conceiving the story for the stage adaptation, she knew she would need to add new elements that weren’t in the screenplay, since the movie wasn’t long enough for a Broadway show. The team at Disney told her there were no rules and encouraged her to think creatively about what direction to go in. “They gave me this incredible open world,” Taymor says.

She knew she had to address a few issues from the movie: Mufasa doesn’t figure in the second half, so it would be hard to get a quality actor to play the part if he had to go away after intermission. There were no strong female roles. And the mythological side of the plot needed a boost. “If you know Joseph Campbell and The Hero With a Thousand Faces , Simba has to go through a trial. In the movie, he didn’t go through a trial,” she says. “The prodigal son has to go through hell, basically, before he’s allowed to come back.”

So Taymor came up with a plot line for Act II that would take Simba to an oasis in the desert; it’s a Las Vegas-like city, full of animals who have evolved halfway to human: “lounge lizards” in sharkskin suits and “alley cats” that are like lions, but seedier and more evolved into a human form. “It’s funny and it’s Broadway,” she says. At the heart of it all would be Papa Croc, a villain who has struck a deal with Scar to take water from the desert (hence the drought in the film) to power the electricity in his city. Simba would end up becoming a champion fighter in an arena, earning the nickname “The Lion King,” much to the delight of the “humanimal” spectators.

“Their whole entertainment is watching these wild animals, pre-the-transformation, fight each other. This is really our society,” she says. “In fact, I did The Hunger Games before The Hunger Games .”

The dance form for these fight scenes would be inspired by different kinds of martial arts from around the world. But Simba would have his values tested when Timon and Pumba were caught and put in the ring. Not wanting to fight his friends (and with encouragement from Nala, who has turned up in the oasis), he would escape and return to Pride Rock to defeat Scar and restore water to his community.

In the end, Taymor and Disney decided not to use this concept, but to stick more closely to the action of the film. “I get why we didn’t do it,” she says. “First of all it would have been too long, and it took the story further probably than they needed to in feeling. And I agreed! So I said, ‘Okay, but I’ve figured out what I need to do,’ and that’s when I came up with the animal head on the human.” Ultimately, the unique blend of puppetry and masks used in the production ended up being one of its most lauded elements.

In fact, everything that worked in the final product came about because of the work she did on the concept they ended up abandoning. Besides the raised masks (which also ensured she wouldn’t alienate great actors who wouldn’t want to hide their faces), she figured out how to get a strong female character (make Rafiki a woman) and how to get Simba to the emotional place necessary for the big ending (which would be almost exactly the same in either version). “Everything that I was dealing with in the process was addressed here,” Taymor says, “and then when we decided not to do that version, I took all of what I learned and put it in.”

Sometimes, she suggests, you have to let your imagination run truly wild to come up with a compelling piece of art. “That’s critical in the process,” Taymor says.

It’s a philosophy that’s paid off for the director, who is winning three awards this season: she will be inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame, honored by Bridges of Understanding, and she will receive the William Shakespeare Award for Classical Theatre from the Shakespeare Theatre Company. She’s also in the early stages of planning feature film adaptations of two of her stage productions, the musical Juan Darien and the opera Grendel , and has several other TV and theater projects in the works. But she still finds time for The Lion King —she was recently working on the Mexican production of the show, and will soon visit China to work on the Mandarin version.

The Lion King ‘s success, 18 years after it first opened on Broadway, boils down to one question. “What can you learn from being free?” Taymor asks. “Everything is a good idea until it’s badly rendered.”

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The Lion King

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Based on the 1994 Disney animated feature film of the same name and William Shakespeare’s Hamlet , The Lion King is the story of Simba, an adventurous and energetic lion cub who is next in line to be king of the Pride Lands, a thriving and beautiful region in the African savanna. When Simba’s father Mufasa is killed by his uncle Scar, though, Simba is led to believe that his father’s death is his fault, and he is encouraged to run away forever. Scar seizes power and with his already unstable mind deteriorating, the Pride Lands experiences a darkness and desolation from which only Simba can save the animals of the kingdom. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “Circle of Life,” “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “Hakuna Matata,” and “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” The Lion King is a story and a spectacle about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages.

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A lively stage adaptation of the Academy Award-winning 1994 Disney film, The Lion King is the story of a young lion prince living in the flourishing African Pride Lands. When an unthinkable tragedy, orchestrated by Simba’s wicked uncle, Scar, takes his father’s life, Simba flees the Pride Lands, leaving his loss and the life he knew behind. Eventually companioned by two hilarious and unlikely friends, Simba starts anew. But when weight of responsibility and a desperate plea from the now ravaged Pride Lands come to find the adult prince, Simba must take on a formidable enemy, and fulfill his destiny to be king.

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'The Lion King' review

This review was written by  The Lion King alum   Kyle Wrentz in celebration of the show's 20th anniversary on Broadway.

A sunrise on a day. It could be a Saturday or a Wednesday, but regardless, 20 years later, The Lion King is still a timeless piece of artistry and magical allure. The moment you hear Rafiki's clarion call across the pridelands welcoming the new prince to the kingdom, you are lost in the story, as the iconic procession of animals begins. 

It is no wonder that sold out audiences continue to flock to the Minskoff Theatre 8 times a week, bringing their own legacy of family members that keep this fable alive. The score still maintains its variety of gifts, especially the songs rooted in the African tradition. Whether it be  Grasslands, Rafiki Mourns  or  Shadowland , the ensemble sings in exceptional harmony with lush beautiful melodic tones that capture the essence of the evening. 

As for the 20th Anniversary cast, Tshidii Manye continues her extraordinary run as Rafiki; she's playful and illustrious and every time she hits the stage, the audience is in the palm of her hand. L. Steven Taylor captures all facets of the king, Mufasa. He is regal and full of gravitas, while also letting us glimpse behind the mask in the tender private moments he shares with his son, young Simba (played by an energetic Kenneth Aikens who displayed an awesome backhand spring). He is aptly assisted by Cameron Pow who is charming as Zazu, the trusty hornbill and confidant of the royal family.

Stephen Carlile, a prominent actor from London's West End, is deliciously wicked as Scar, he seems to be having a ball plotting and scheming away for the coup of the century. He brings along three misfit hyenas for the ride; hilariously played by Bonita Hamilton, James Brown-Orleans, and Enrique Sequra. Jelani Remy brings a vulnerability and magnetism to the role of Simba. From the moment he swings out on that vine in the middle of the jungle, you are rooting for this lion to find his way back home and claim himself as the rightful king. Jelani's interpretation of the folk tune  Endless Night  was performed with an honest purity that truly was a highlight of the evening.

Timon and Pumbaa keep the comic relief coming all evening. Ben Jeffery sets up the jokes nicely, and Fred Berman knocks the ball right out of the park, all the while keeping us full of chuckles. A special mention needs to go to the remarkable dancers of The Lion King ensemble who performed updated choreography throughout the evening. Their new movement during the  She's Going to Eat Me   portion of the performance gathered rapturous and sustained applause, so kudos to them for their remarkable artistry and sustained commitment to the storytelling.

Overall, The Lion King continues to be a wonderful evening at the theatre. You will laugh, cry and marvel at all the beauty around. As Rafiki says during  Circle of Life , " There is far too much to take in here, more to find than can ever be found. "  That declaration still rings true, 20 years later. Every time I see The Lion King , I notice something new, I consider the story through the eyes of another character's perspective. In such a time of turmoil and discourse, it is lovely to get lost in this iconic piece and be inspired by all the cultures and individuals who continue to come together to make the entrancing musical still shine so radiantly today.

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What the popular press says...

"Seen purely as a visual tapestry, there is simply nothing else like it. Suddenly, you're 4 years old again, and you've been taken to the circus for the first time. You can only marvel at the exotic procession of animals before you: the giraffes and the elephants and the hippopotamuses and all those birds in balletic flight. Such is the transporting magic wrought by the opening 10 minutes of The Lion King, [director Julie] Taymor has introduced a whole new vocabulary of images to the Broadway blockbuster." Ben Brantley for New York Times

"Julie Taymor's staging of Disney's The Lion King is a marvel, a theatrical achievement unrivaled in its beauty, brains and ingenuity. Leaping far beyond its celluloid inspiration, the stage version improves upon nearly every aspect of the hit 1994 animated film, from visual artistry and storytelling to Lebo M's score and the newly African-ized pop songs of Elton John and Tim Rice." Greg Evans for Variety

"A jaw-dropping magnificent spectacle. The show and the playhouse are enchanting. The unprecedented production is worth every penny. If this is Disney's idea of a theme park, we are delighted to report that the theme is quality." Linda Winer for Newsday

"Awe-inspiring! Broadway theater is alive again. [Julie] Taymor's imaginative ideas seem limitless. it's a gorgeous, gasp-inducing spectacle. Most important - against all odds - it has innocence. The show appeals to our primal, childlike excitement in the power of theater to make us see things afresh." Richard Zoglin for Time Magazine

"The breathtakingly staged Broadway adaptation of Disney's king of the cartoon jungle is an instant theater classic." Chris Willman for Entertainment Weekly

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• 10. Julie Andrews Accomplishments In one point of your life have you ever dreamed of being an actor, singer, dancer, or a musician? Well Julie Andrews was all three. She had many accomplishments already at such a young age. She starred in many musicals, movies, and performances. Julie was a marvelous singer and overall an incredible performer. Julie Andrews had a very interesting and busy life with many accomplishments. Julie Andrews was born in Walton –on–Thames, United Kingdom. She was actually born with the name Julia Elizabeth Wells. On October 1, 1935 was the date she was born. Her father, Ted Wells, was a school teacher. Her mother, Barbara, was a talented pianist and taught others piano. On September 1st, 1939 Ted and Barbara got divorced. They divorced when Julie was... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... She was told that the production was going to be a lavish musical fantasy that combined live–action and animation. The Movie she was told about was the one and only Mary Poppins. At this time she was pregnant with her first child, but Disney was willing to wait until after the child's birth. Walton and Andrews had a daughter named Emma, In 1962. Then Andrews went off to start filming for the movie. Her outstanding performance in this movie earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. She also won a Grammy Award, along with Dick Van Dyke, for 1964 Best Recording For Children for "Mary Poppins." Andrews also scored the starring role in The Sound of Music. "The Sound of Music" the film was released in 1965. Andrews was nominated for an Oscar again, and the film was honored as Best Picture of the Year. She played a woman named Maria Rainer. Maria was a woman who left an Austrian convent to become a governess to the children of a Naval officer widower. The movie is filled with uplifting songs and life meaning. A year after the film was released, her marriage to Tony Walton ended. Despite this, the pair still has remained close friends and have often collaborated in the years ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 11. Julie In The Workplace Julie has accomplished all of her key job assignments, including the fostercare cases, the SEVs updates, the Bench Warrant project and assigned policy work. She understands the agency and division visions and directions. She is self motivating and creative in performing her work duties. She is a team player and has contributed much to the PPI bureau. Julie always responds promptly to requests for information or assistance from the PPI bureau, as well as the Central office. She is courteous and polite in her dealings with others. She is impartial and objective in perfrforming her work duties. I have never had any complaints about Julie's work demeanor. Julie completes tasks assigned to her promptly and efficiently. She meets her deadlines ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 12. Summary Of Julie Of The Wolves Layne K. Nelson Book Title: Julie of the Wolves Author: Jean Craighead George Genre and Plot summary: Julie of the Wolves is a favored classic written by Jean Craighead George. Its genre is said to be a children's literature and it's also a book of adventure. Julie of the Wolves is a book about a thirteen–year–old girl named Miyax –also called Julie– who lives in Northern Alaska (Miyax was an Eskimo girl that liked to live by tradition). She lived with her father (Kapugen), for her mother had died of disease. Soon after her mother's death, Miyax's father decided they would move to a seal camp (out of grief). She had not gone to school and didn't plan to. One day, Miyax's Aunt Martha came to their house arguing that Miyax must come live with her and go to school (she had to go to school by law) and Miyax's father must go to war. She was forced to leave her beloved father and move to a more modern, American place called Mekoryuk, Alaska. Miyax later is given the opportunity to marry a traditional Eskimo boy, named David, and move in with him and his family (she decides to do so only to do so because it is tradition to marry at such a young age). After a while of living with David and his family, Miyax has had enough trouble and can't handle the situation anymore (there are a few specific reasons that make her decision to leave final, but I don't want to spoil too much). She wants to go to San Francisco to meet her pen pal and live with her, so she runs off to the open tundra ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 13. Julie Andrews Accomplishments Actress, author, singer, child star, award–winning, Disney Legend, Dame Julie Andrews has captured the hearts of individuals for seventy years. With her phenomenal talent discovered as a 10 year old, Julie Andrews has gone on to perform on Broadway, television, in films, and has won over thirty awards. Many people know Julie Andrews for her roles in the films Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music, and along with starring on Broadway, she has written over thirty books. Even with all of these achievements, Julie Andrews has done an impressive job staying genuine, classy, and respectable through all the popularity. This child star gone on to succeed on Broadway and thrive in the film industry, influences people every day. People discovered Julie Andrews' talent as a young child and began performing for large audiences at the age of 10. Although Julie's mother performed on stage, her stepfather ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Describing her voice as "extremely high and thin," she felt she lacked "the necessary guts and weight for opera." Producers on Broadway soon saw her talent and recruited her during her late teen years. From her Broadway career, people remember her for her performances in The Boy Friend, My Fair Lady, and Camelot. Growing to be well known in the Broadway community, Rodgers and Hammerstein invited Julie Andrews to perform in their Broadway musical Pipe Dream and their television musical Cinderella. Rodgers and Hammerstein later cast her in The Sound of Music. Unfortunately, she resigned from her singing career due to an unsuccessful surgery in 1997. Her surgery, supposedly harmless, removed vocal nodules from her vocal chords, but left her unable to sing and with a raspy speaking voice. She underwent four surgeries in 2000, which only improved her speaking voice. Julie Andrews' career on Broadway opened many doors to legendary opportunities in the film ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 14. Frida, By Julie Taymor "Frida" the movies was released in 2002 and directed by Julie Taymor. The cast included Salma Hayek as (Frida), Alfred Molina as (Diego Rivera), Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Mia Maestro, and Geoffrey Rush. "Frida" is a biography of the life of Mexican artist Frida Khalo). She is a woman who came from a very simple background. She rose to fame as an artist with a very interesting vision for her craft. She endured a very difficult relationship with her husband/mentor Diego Rivera Many of her Paintings are from her many experiences in life. She is also an artist who many feel painted from her soul. Director Julie Taymor was able to capture that and visually show us the life of Frida by using creative and dynamic angles to bring Fridas paintings to life. Frida's rise to success was defined by the challenges she endured over time. She had this sense of durability, strength and resilience. She can be rude and bold and also smoke and drink like the men. . At first Frida"s painted what she felt, but it wasn't to show anyone or sell any paintings. . Every tragedy that affected her she would paint it and express it. In my opinion her rise began once she witness her husband having and affair with her sister. it hurt her so much inside the only way to let it go and let it out was she had to paint it. After that, she went on her own and began painting her pain. Through out her life she endured many hardships that hurt her internally. This shifted her point of view ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 15. Titus Andronicus Revenge Quotes Titus Titus is a film adaption of William Shakespeare's revenge tragedy, Titus Andronicus. Sponsored by Overseas Filmgroup and Clear Sky Productions, director Julie Taymor and produces Conchita Airoldi and Jody Allen were able to bring Shakespeare's vision to life. The main characters Titus and Tamora were played by Anthony Hopkins and Jessica Lange. Throughout the film the audience experiences how destructive revenge can be and the effects it has. A few important quotes that applies to this film would be, "If one wishes for revenge, before you know it, a hurt as bad as the one wished for will come upon the wisher" by CLAMP and "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves" by Confucius. The movie Titus shows that revenge is an... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... For example, the scene where Marcus Andronicus discovers Lavina on a tree stump with her hands cut off, he gives a long speech about pain and suffering asking repeatedly why she will not answer him. In return, the audience sees Lavina open her mouth to speak but only blood comes out, telling the story of the cruelty she endured without really saying anything at all. This only adds to the pile of revenge that Titus is seeking. Scene after scene we see revenge splattered everywhere, from Titus's hand being cut off to the mauling of Tamora's sons, it does not seem to end. Not even after Titus, Tamora, and Saturninus all die, the revenge does not end. Titus's eldest remaining son, Lucius, claims revenge on Aaron's actions by stealing his only son and then burying him chest high and leaving him to starve. Tamora and Titus wished a fate worse than death for each other and both payed the price with the life of their family and their own lives proving that revenge is an awful thing and brings down both the victim and the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 16. Roman, Julie, and Friends It was early in the day, when Julie met her friends at the bus stop. They were the first to be picked up, as always, they believed it was because they were girls. 5 very different girls, all–unique in their own ways. Julie loved her friends. Briar was the oldest, played sports, and the leader. Paris is always happy and nice. Grace was quiet, shy, and Julie's BFF. Rose was the smartest and the one who decided that the girls and boys must never be friends. After a couple of stops the bus went on. No one paid attention but soon the bus came to the dreaded boys stop. 5 boys jumped ran and pushed until they were on the bus. Ben was the leader he was strong, nice, and always playing ball. Troy and Tyler were twins both with wild red hair and very loud. Roman was quiet but funny. He always greeted the girls, including Julie. Curtis was Roman's best friend and would always stick his tongue out at the girls. As soon as the bus stopped at the school, the five boys rushed to get off first. Everyone else got off quickly, while the girls took their time to leave. The boys ran to the playground, while the girls stopped at the bathroom before class. While at the restroom Rose turned to Julie and said "that boy needs to stop talking to you". And Julie said, "He's just being nice". Meanwhile on the playground Curtis says, "You need to stop talking to that girl". Roman says " Why? I'm just being friendly." The bell rings. Everyone rushes to the classroom. The girls sit in their ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 17. Miss Julie and Swedish Culture Miss Julie and Swedish Culture The play Miss Julie by August Strindberg is set in Sweden in the late 1800's on the count's estate. The play unfolds on Midsummer's eve throughout the night of the annual celebration. Jean, a thirty–year–old valet, is attempting to enjoy an evening in the kitchen with his lover Christine who works alongside Jean on the manor as a cook. The couples evening is rudely interrupted by miss Julie, the count's bitter daughter, who requests Jean be her dance partner at the festivities. The two risk being caught together to continue talking through the night. However, throughout the night both Jean and Julie reveal who they really are which leads them to resent one another and eventually leads Julie to take her own life. Her suicide is the focus of the dramatic play but the theme of honor and respect pair together to guilt the young lady to her end. August Strindberg's play Miss Julie is an accurate depiction of late 1800's Swedish culture is every respect. It is not a coincidence that the play Miss Julie hits the cultural bulls–eye. The writer Johan August Strindberg was born in Stockholm, Sweden in 1849 and was a citizen of Sweden for a majority of his life. Many of the themes of the play such as socio–economic classes, religion, and gender roles doubled as themes of Strindberg's life. "In his autobiographical novel The Son of a Servant (1886), Strindberg underlines the class difference between his parents as one source of the conflict in his nature ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 18. A Short Story : Cinderella And The Story Of Cinderella Once upon a time in a beautiful castle lived four women, the ugly step mother janet, the two mean twin sisters Julie and Julia they're the daughters from janet then there's Cinderella her father married janet before he died so she has custody over Cinderella until she is 18 years old. The twins never ever cleaned up the castle was a disgusting mess, Janet always had little parties and gatherings with the other wealthy people all over their town sometimes the party would end with cops being called due to drunk fights and arguments. When the parties end janet would tell Julie to get her sister and clean up but they'll tell her no since she made the mess she needs to clean it and the cleaning always ends up done by Cinderella because she doesn't like a dirty house. Tonight the twins and Janet were invited to a party by the king, his daughter was turning 18 and will be crowned the queen soon. Cinderella was never invited out with them because they felt as if she stood out too much and embarrassed them. As Cinderella was in the kitchen eating a hot pocket Julie and Julia walked in talking about the upcoming ceremony/party for princess Cindy who is becoming 18 today. " this party is going to be so fun, John texted me saying after the party Cindy is having who she wants to stay for a after party with no adults you know what thats means Julie" julia says to julie smiling. Cinderella got up and walked away she hated hearing the nasty sisters talk about their "love" life, she ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 19. Theme Of Miss Julie Miss Julie has two subordinates, a daughter of the Count and a servant who are subject to each other's authority. Miss Julie and Jean differs in terms of class and in terms of morality. In terms of class, Miss Julie is superior compared Jean since Miss Julie is a daughter of the Count while Jean is only a servant of the count. But, it terms of Morality, we can say that Jean is superior compared to Miss Julie in that fact that Miss Julie had miserable experience in her love life. She was not able to achieve being a loving wife for her partner due to her inappropriate actions towards her partner. She beats her partner which forces her partner to leave her and resulted their separation. The differences structure most of the play's action. In the play, the characters who are superior and inferior does not change in their positions. The superior characters remained in their position and the inferior characters also remained in their position. Both the superior character and the inferior character follows the rule of the character that has the highest position which is the Count who is the father of Miss Julie who is considered as a ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... One way in which this play could be related to the Darwinian concept of survival of the fittest is through the play's examination of class and how it looks at two characters who seem to be rather unhappy about where they are placed in the social ladder. The Darwinian concept of the survival of the fittest states that there will be some members of a species who, thanks to their genetic variations, will be more suited to prosper and survive better than others. Applying this to humans led to the theory of Social Darwinism, which allowed people to argue that those who prospered were just better adapted to suit their ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 20. Summary Of Julie Of The Wolves Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George, winner of the Newbery Medal brings a story of a young Eskimo girl, Miyax who has been married off into a bad situation but finds solace in the San Francisco pen pal who calls her Julie. The author tells the tale in three parts. Part I, Amaroq, the wolf; this tells when she first meets the wolves and how she came to understand their family dynamic. The devotion to understanding them is her lifeline for food. Intuitiveness along with teachings of her father guide her to become one of the pack. Amaroq, is the leader, the protector, and the one to respect above all others. Part II Miyax, the girl is where the reader learns where she comes from, what happens to her and why she is on the ice with the wolves. Miyax's mother died when she was four, therefore her father, whom she called Kapugen took her and moved to the seal camp. He taught her to love the wolves, he said to her "Wolves are brotherly, they love each other, and if you learn to speak to them, they will love you too." When Miyax was nine she went to live with her Aunt Martha to attend school, but before she left, her father told her he would make an agreement for her to marry the son of a friend, when she turned 13. During this time Kapugen had gone hunting but only his kayak had returned. This is when she meets Mr. Pollok who introduces her to a pen pal from San Francisco with the name Amy. This begins afriendship that gives Miyax hope of a new life in a new place. She ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 21. Julie Mcgovern Case Julie McGovern has struggled with chronic illness for most of her life. After a bout with mononucleosis in childhood, her autonomic nervous system became irreversibly damaged, causing her to develop Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). This chronic and often unpredictable disease can cause a wide range of symptoms, including, but not in any way limited to: Lightheadedness Heart palpitations Fainting spells Disabling fatigue Gastrointestinal complaints Extremely low blood pressure Due to her condition, Julie was given a handicapped placard to limit her time spent walking from her car to her destination. Being a young, attractive woman who shows no outward signs of illness, Julie was concerned about using the placard. Even though she needed... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... 2.Trying not to stand out When you live with a chronic illness, you get tired more easily, have more emotional ups and downs, and aren't as physically strong as you would like to be. In animal documentaries, who do the predators go after first? The sick, the lame, and the weak. We may not like to admit it, but humans have the same type of 'pack mentality'. People who look sick, weak, or different are likely to be targets of stares, suspicion, ridicule, name–calling, and other unwanted attentions. If you don't believe this is true, try dressing like a homeless person for a day, go out (somewhere other than Walmart would be best) – http://www.peopleofwalmart.com/), and pay attention to how people treat you. It will be one of the most eye–opening experiences of your life. Scientific Studies Have Proven Invisible Illnesses Are Real I really don't understand with the advent of the Internet how the average person can still boldly and proudly proclaim they "know" chronic illness is fake. There are countless clinical studies out there to prove that these diseases are real. The information is ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 22. Psychology And Criticism In Miss Julie, By August Strindberg The play Miss Julie was written by August Strindberg in 1888 and is his most famous work. The play is a naturalistic play because it is realistic and really captures human behaviour and psychology and shows the motivations and dreams of the characters. What also makes the play a naturalistic play is that the conflicts in the play are life–altering and purposeful. August Strindberg, the playwright, full name was Johan August Strindberg and he was born born Jan. 22, 1849 in Stockholm, Sweden, and died on May 14th , 1912 in Stockholm. Strindberg did not finish university and in his early career he worked as a journalist and librarian before becoming a naturalistic playwright. Strindberg was born into a family of 10 his father worked as a shipping ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... He then tells her a story about him when he was a boy and how he saw her walking once on a rose terrace, and then the next Sunday he went to church so that he could see Julie again after that he tries to commit suicide because he thought he would never get her. Julie, who is moved by the story, asks if Jean would go with her to the lake but he refuses warning her of the danger it could cause her reputation. The guests are then heard coming towards the kitchen who Jean says are singing filthy songs about them. Jean and Julie now go to Jean's room and it is suggested that they had sex. Jean then starts telling Julie that they should run away and start a hotel, but Julie begs that Jean says that he loves her, it is evident that at this point Julie is in love with Jean. However, Jeans true motives now begin to really show and tells Julie to pretend that nothing happened. Julie then points out that she has no money and Jean cancels the plans. Julie then starts acting hysterical and Jean does not comfort but instead insults her. Jean reopens the idea of running away together but Julie begins to take about her early ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 23. Examples Of Patriarchy In Julie Writing for her life, Julie records the gruesome details of her painful reality. Elizabeth Wein's historical fiction novel, Code Name Verity, narrates the first–hand experiences of a secret agent and a pilot. The use of female characters proves that wit and intelligence overthrow physical constraints where men maintain power. Wein characterizes the females by making them fit in with the men and introducing them to unexpected despair. Maddie, a female pilot, faces difficulties with the men who work in the ATA, "[the men] were aghast at the idea of a girl flying the broken Lysander" (Wein 107). She flies the broken Lysander proving their judgment unjust. Despite gender, Maddie defies the odds against her by challenging patriarchy. Julie describes a memory of her impersonating a male role model, "even though I am a girl, they let me be William Wallace... because I did the most rousing battle speeches" (3). Her sense of humor reveals itself as well as self–confidence. Although the speech may occur during a game, she brings to life the idea that she can do what a man does. Both of the characters challenge patriarchy by embodying usual male roles. ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... It builds a pathway for her creativity to contribute to how she prevails, "I'll do almost anything for more paper" (84). Julie creates a mental eutopia manipulating her idea of reality. The stories she depicts in her writing maintain who she truly is. Through flashbacks, Julie's former self introduces her obstinate will. Hard–headed, Julie's determination sustains forward, "To hell with the truth... I want my week and I'm going to get it" (132). Her drive continues to push her limits. No matter the circumstance, she seems to obtain what she strives for. The way Julie perseveres clarifies that gender does not hinder inner ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 24. Narrative On Julie "Campsite 98? Are you sure Julie?" "Yes. And yes, again." She closed the pages and threw the guide book onto the other camping books and maps scattered across most of the back seat. "Do you think you are ready for it Dad?" I was a bit insulted by her question and instead of waiting for a response, she turned to look at something out of the passenger window, probably one of the many comically extravagant billboards indicating that we were approaching our destination. It was only 7:30 AM but she seemed full of enthusiasm, especially since she now knew we were in east Tennessee. "You know that we saved a whole day by driving all night. Now we will have more time to spend in the hills." I looked at my daughter. "You know Julie, it was I who drove all night. You have been asleep for at least the last two hundred miles, since asleep since Beckley. In fact you were asleep when we crossed the New River Gorge bridge, before Beckley. A thick fog covered the length of the bridge. It was creepy." ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Fourteen hours had passed since crossing the Peace Bridge and despite a recent meal and coffee stop at Tennessee Waffle House, and numerous bottles of Mountain Dew, sleep seemed to be both an unavoidable necessity. It was my daughter's recent rush of sudden wakefulness and interest in our journey that sparked me on to reach our destination without further breaks or rest ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 25. Essay about Prospera, Thy Role Is Woman William Shakespeare, in his play, The Tempest, tells the story of a fictional exiled Duke of Milan. In the original play, Shakespeare casts the duke as a man, Prospero. In a modern movie version of the play, writer and director Julie Taymor casts the duke as a woman, Prospera powerfully portrayed by the very convincing performance of Helen Mirren. The play, surprisingly, requires only a few very minor line changes to substitute a woman lead for the original male role. While the actual dialogue changes are minor, the impact to the play is substantial as it totally transforms the duke and an audience's prospective of the character. With very few exceptions, having a woman as the Duke of Milan in Shakespeare'sThe Tempest, makes the duke more ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The first examples can be seen in Prospera's ouster and exile starting with how apparently easily Prospera was usurped. It is clear Prospera had the support of her people when she tells Miranda, "so dear the love my people bore me" (Shakespeare 1.2.141). If the duke had the support of the people and magical arts to manipulate people and events, it seems unlikely a rightful ruler could so easily be usurped, but it becomes more plausible in Taymor's version where the position was only assumed by Prospera upon her husband's death. Given it was not originally her position to begin with and the predominant acceptance of male leaders at that time, it is much more realistic that a woman could be usurped by her brother. Similarly, the fact that Prospera was not killed outright and that she was aided by Gonzalo also becomes more believable with the duke being a woman. To kill an ousted rival would seem of little consequence at the time if that rival were a man, but it takes on a much less noble air if that rival is a woman, and Gonzalo's actions to aid Prospera defying Antonio and the king become more believable as it is not only an act of kindness, but also a chivalrous act. In addition to Prospera's ouster and exile, other examples of where having a feminine duke is more believable can be seen by her actions on the island. One of the first is Prospera's treatment of Caliban. After ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 26. Julie Essay "BP is a multinational energy business that has 92,000 employees and operates in 175 countries. When a new chief executive was recruited internally at BP (Tony Hayward), he promised to improve the company's disappointing performance by quickly changing its culture to become more innovative and responsive to its customers." Q: How easy do you think it is for a new chief executive to change the culture of an organization quickly? Justify your answer with reference to BP &amp;/or other businesses that you know. The BP Company has experienced a huge explosion at its Texas City Refinery in 2005, the oil spillage in Alaska in 2006 and also the Gulf of Mexico explosion in the BP oilfield in 2010, and these occurrences have had effects on ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Another thing that Hayward is trying to say is that he thinks the BP should think more about the maintenance of a piece of equipment for a longer time period but not the short term benefit like cutting the cost, for example, it is not responsible to cut budgets related to safety and maintenance without thoroughly examining the impact on the risk of a catastrophic accident. At the same time, Hayward is well known and has experiences in the organization. If the workers can get involved more to the business so that this might lead to better decision making and he also want workers to feel more secure and happy in their jobs, since he hope to make the business to become more innovative. For example, in changing situations that demand a new way of thinking or a fresh solution, stuff input can be very helpful and valuable. These management strategies may lead the business to perform better, and if the whole business is having more motivation to work which on the other words means to become more responsive to its customers and furthermore, it may enable BP to raise it reputation and gain its public's trust again. However, on the other hand, changing the corporative culture of the business can be very difficult and in reality, it take times for the business to get used to the changes before it moves on to the other stage of better business performance. There are also some other factors that can influence the ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 27. Animals In Miss Julie Quotes Symbolic Significance of Animals in 'Miss Julie' by August Strindberg "The petty man conducts himself like an animal, yet wants others to think well of him." –Xun Zi Animals are the most basic form of human nature; they act without the external pressures of a society, unlike humans. All animals have a variety of both positive and negative connotations, such as the powerful yet wild eagle, and it is in a humans' primitive nature to behave as they do. "Miss Julie" by August Strindberg tells the story of two protagonists in Sweden during the 19th century. Through the play, the social, historical and cultural context is portrayed as Strindberg addresses both gender and social conflicts. Animalistic references are habitually placed as a tool ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... There are numerous shifts in power throughout the play, mainly conveyed through the use of dogs and hawks. An example of this is the repetitive use of the word "command". At the start of the play, Jean states that he is "At your command, Miss Julie" , relating to thedog motif as it is a common connotation of a dog to take commands from their master. Here, the dog motif is used to symbolise Miss Julie's power over Jean. However, later this becomes complicated as Jean realises "that the hawk's back was as grey as its front;" this statement insinuates that Miss Julie is not as noble and substantial as her character alludes. This is proceeding the sexual encounter between the two characters and relates to the falling dream of Miss Julie, as she has not only fallen in terms of virginity and honour, but also in her perception by others, causing her to transform from the powerful hawk to the meek greenfinch. Later, Miss Julie attempts to regain her power, "You dog, who wears my collar," but again succumbs to her 'natural' less powerful state as a woman as she asks Jean to, "Order me and I'll obey like a dog." The constant shifts of power is also symbolic of their near equal social standings according to naturalistic ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 28. Miss Julie Essay Findings on the play: Miss Julie is a play written by Johan August Strindberg in 1888. Strindberg was a Swedish playwright born in 1849 in Stockholm, Sweden. The play has three characters, Miss Julie, a 25 year old who is the daughter of a count, Jean, a 30 year old valet, and Kristin, a 35 year old cook. The play takes place in the count's manor house in Sweden, on a midsummer eve in the 1880's. Strindberg describes the kitchen excessively so the reader could imagine the scene and everything that is going on. The play opens with Jean walking into the kitchen, he talks to Kristin about Miss Julie's odd behavior. He says that she was crazy since she went to dance in the barn and tried to waltz with him. Jean and Kristin continue to talk when Miss Julie comes into the kitchen and tells Jean to dance with her at ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... When they calm down, Julie tells him about her past and how her mother was cheating on her father but he doesn't seem to care, she tells him that she can't stay at the Count's house after what she's done so she begs him to tell her what to do. Scared of the consequences of the Count, Jean tells her to go so she leaves to prepare for her departure. When Miss Julie leaves Kristin enters the room and finds out what has happened between the other two. They hear footsteps upstairs and it is the Count. Julie appears with a small bird cage and tells Jean that she's got money and begs him to join her so he agrees, but he says that she must leave the canary behind and tells her he'll kill it. Jean beheads the bird on a chopping block and so Miss Julie freaks out and wants him to kill her too. She approaches to the chopping block and says how she would like to see Jean's head on a chopping block. She starts to get angry and says that she'll wait for her father so she could confess everything to him. Later on, the bell rings twice which means it is the count. Miss Julie gets scared and begs Jean to help her by telling him she'll obey him as a ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 29. Julie Rough Childhood Julie had a rough childhood. Her father left when she was young and her mom had nasty, abusive men in and out of their house. When Julie was sixteen, she finally moved out and was living on the streets. She always kept to herself and stayed out of trouble. One day she was in a coffee shop and she met a guy named Jem. They talked for an hour or two and Jem told her if she came back the next morning, he would take her to Swansboro, North Carolina, a small town in which he lived in. He promised to get her a job and a place to stay. The next morning she came, of course, and he did as he promised. In Swansboro, Jem got her a job at his Aunt Mabel's hair salon. They soon started dating and eventually got married. When Julie was twenty–three, Jem suddenly became sick and eventually died. On her first Christmas alone after Jem's death, Julie received a box and card that Jem had left for her before he died. In the box was a Great Dane puppy and in the letter Jem explained how the dog was to keep her company and how he wanted Julie to find somebody else that made her happy. She decided to name the puppy Singer. It's three... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Andrea was unconscious in the hospital in a coma. They knew Richard was willing to do anything to get Mike out of the picture so he could be with Julie. Mike and Julie went to Mike's beach house to get out of town and away from Richard while the cops were looking for him. The cops would call every now and then to give them updates. After he took off, Richard stopped by a store and purchased blonde hair dye, tanning lotion, and a pair of sunglasses and he shaved his mustache off. After his makeover, he looked like a new man. He stole a vehicle from the parking lot and took off on his mission to find Julie. He knew they'd left town and he figured the only way he would find them was by their friends or the cops. So he went back to swansboro and ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 30. Differences Between The Tempest Play And Movie The Tempest Play v. Movie The play The Tempest is a rather difficult play to follow in its written format. You have to carefully keep track of who is talking to have a good understanding of what is occurring in the play itself. Just like with movies it is easier to understand a play that is being portrayed by actors on stage because you have the ability to view who is speaking with visual cues. Comparing the written second scene in Act One of The Tempest written by William Shakespeare and the movie from 2010 which was directed by Julie Taymor there are some differences like lines being removed, lines being shifted, and overall easiness to follow. During Act One, Scene Two of the play we start out by noticing that one of the main characters, Prospero, has had a gender swap, which changes the name to Propsera throughout the play. Starting out that is the only major difference that you can see, however the first line difference that has been skipped occurs when Miranda says, "Wherefore did they not that hour destroy us", which was completely skipped in the movie adaptation (Shakespeare, 12). In some instances, the director might have opted to make the movie a little bit more children friendly by removing lines from Ferdinand (page 24 line 448) talking about Miranda's virginity (00:26:48–00:26:59). Some interpretations of the play by the actors and or directors that make the movie easier to follow is when Ferdinand draws his sword, which he does after Prospera raises her ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 31. Julie: A Case Study This is a day in the life of Julie (name changed to protect the identity of the student), a 16–year–old ninth grader, attending a high school in South Jersey. Julie has cerebral palsy because of a premature delivery and birth. Julie has had many surgery's over her lifetime, including a new surgery scheduled at the end of January, 2017, for her hip. These surgeries have caused her to be in and out ofschool, resulting in lags in her academic growth. Julie attends a high school that is on the block schedule. She has two semesters and four classes a day. Included within her schedule is physical therapy one times a week. Julie's accommodations include an early release from each class, allowing her the time to navigate the hallways without the crowds. ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... It is not something that Julie will outgrow. Cerebral Palsy affects normal movement in different parts of the body and has many degrees of severity (Cerebral Palsy Guide, 2016). Individuals with cerebral palsy often have other conditions; Julia has vision issues. Living with cerebral Palsy is a lifelong condition, however, it is not a life–shortening condition. Individuals, like Julia, can live a long life, however, have many surgeries throughout their lives. Julie is scheduled for surgery in the end January, 2017. This will take her out of school for a possible three months' time. This is difficult for Julia because she loves school and her friends. In addition, the time away from school, compromise her academic learning. During this time, Julie will receive home instruction. She will return to school as soon as she is medically cleared. The high school Julia attends is a title1 high school in south Jersey. The high school has two campuses, the nine/ten building and the eleven/twelve building. The school is 85% free and reduced lunch. The campus that Julie attends has 876 students. The high school offers college prep classes, AVID classes and special education programs. In addition, there are opportunity for sports and fine and performing arts programs including, band, orchestra dramas, choir, and musicals. There are many after school clubs including gaming club, book club, homework club and cooking ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 32. Titus Movie Essay "Titus" (1999) is a movie adaption of one of the earliest and least known plays of Shakespeare, "Titus Andronicus". Directed by Julie Taymor, the movie takes you to another reality, and you can't quite understand whether it is a dystopian future or a time–mixed world. From soldiers using swords, to using guns, from riding horses to motorcycles and tanks, you are left with the unanswered question to which point in time the story is taking place. The movie, as bloody and gruesome as the play is visually beautiful and sometimes difficult to watch. The movie starts with a little boy playing in the kitchen in a twisted way with toy soldiers and after an explosion he get's taken to ancient Rome in the middle of Coliseum. He then becomes part of the whole story, sometimes even making you wonder if the whole movie is being dreamed by the little boy. Titus (Anthony Hopkins) returns victorious in Rome after years of fighting against the Goths. He comes back with his last four living sons , the captured Queen of Goths Tamora (Jessica Lange) , her two sons and Aaron the Moor (Harry Lennix). He sacrifices Tamora's eldest son despite her begging and tears, making this way a mortal enemy and "planting ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... We witness death to death the destructive power of revenge and Julie Taymor has done a great job by making it an all time tragedy. The costumes are a mixture between ancient times capes and soldier uniforms with nowadays black leather jackets. The metallic, black, white, red and blue colors used for the costumes are purposefully chosen to give a cold image and uneasiness. The change of the setting from ancient Rome to a fascist Italy, the change of music from orchestral, to rock, to jazz to electronic styles it just gives the movie a time travel feeling. And all is done so smoothly it feels that everything flows ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 33. The Inspiration of Frida Kahlo Essay Some people become artists for the pleasure, but others might have an ability to perceive art in a deeper sense than what is being presented. Artists like Diego VelГЎzquez, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Sandro Botticelli could actually see the essence of art which motivated them to give the world a canvas of questionable knowledge. Later another artist emerged with the same ability,Frida Kahlo. She used her life as her canvas; allowed people to view the world from behind the surrealistic doors. In addition, she was able to present self–portraits in many forms, all influenced by a tragic bus accident which led to a broken spine that affected her whole life. Described mostly in the film Frida directed by Julie Taymor, and the book Frida: A ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... Nails showing "anguish" (Herrera 76) are positioned throughout her body all the way to her leg which was later amputated. There is a crumbling roman column which replaced her spine. Stated by Sharyn Udell the column represented an "'I' and its traditional association with female proportions perhaps a punning reference to herself" (11). Tears are flowing from her eyes showing the pain of losing her love ones and the feeling loneliness. The background is a desert with a cloudy sky giving the sense of "physical and emotional suffering ... isolated against an immense and barren plain" (Herrera 77). The Broken Column is still one of her most influential portraits. It's abilities to depict self pain can be seen by many who loved the art style of Frida. In the scene when Frida is in the Detroit Hotel. She experiences another tragic incident, the miscarriage of her second child to Diego. One night in 1932 just three months of being pregnant Rivera, who sneaked in quietly, finds her lain down with blood around her legs. The scene that follows is one of panic and fright as she is rush to the emergency room. During the operation the baby, who was not fully developed, came out in pieces. Frida declared he "disintegrated" in her womb. After a few days in the hospital bed, she staggered out from her room and requested to see her child. The ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 34. Creating Reality Within The Theater Creating Reality in the Theater Theater was about attracting the middle class crowd to see their play but also to please the audience. For many years in theater much of it presented false or unrealistic concepts. Many authors of playwrights were accustomed to the idea of showcasing productions that could not happen in real life. Around the late 19th century, there was a push for creating more of an authentic and truthful piece of work. The movement was known as realism, which is the "representation of familiar things in a way that is accurate or true to life" (Google). "Reality is the state of things as they actually exist and is the perception of things as they actual exists" (Google). In Miss Julie written by August Strindberg, this play displayed his attempt at representing realism. Creating reality in theater requires implanting realistic points such as characters, actions, and dialogue that is accurate to real life. Characters are a main part of a play. Establishing characters with relatable backgrounds to people and depth makes the work more believable to the viewer or reader. Miss Julie, who is twenty–five years of age and the main character, she reveals a lot of information about her past. "I learnt from her to mistrust and hate men, for, so far as I could hear, she always hated men and I swore to her that I would never be a man 's slave"( Strindberg 30). This quote gives the reader background information about her mother's past. Her mother spent her life with ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 35. Essay on Julie and May Julie opened her eyes. Looking around herself with misty eyes, she found herself in a ward. No one else was in the ward at that moment. The spacious ward was enveloped in quietness. Julie felt her head heavy with dizziness, as if all the strength had drained out of her body. Questions stacked in her brain: Why am I here? Why am I here? Yet her intense headache prevented her from thinking hard. Despite her listless condition, she attempted to sit up in bed, but immediately felt an excruciating pain in her left leg. Subconsciously, Julie groped for her leg. She felt the rigid plaster, and jerked her hands back instantly with a start. That was when the terrible memories of the tragic night flashed through her mind.... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... No sooner had they closed the door behind them, than Julie rebuked herself for being so rude to her parents. Burying her head in the pillow, she wept uncontrollably. Julie was a fifteen–year–old girl. She not only looked beautiful, but was also famous in her school for being an athletic star in various sports events. Aspiring to be a gymnast when she grew up, Julie joined the gymnasium team in her school and had been elected the team captain for her excellent performance. Now her dream was shattered by the unexpected car accident. She could not believe the misfortune that had befallen her, although the physical and mental pain felt so menacingly real. In the following days, Julie shut herself in her own resentment, refusing to see anyone who came to the hospital to visit her. She resented being the only victim of the mad car; she resented being unable to lead a normal life; she resented being called "the handicapped" instead of the usual "sports star"; she resented the wheelchair, the medicine, the confinement of the ward with indifferent white walls. Most of all, she resented being weak, for pride used to be her distinctive characteristic. Life resumed its monotony. Julie had no choice but to stay in the hospital all day long, accept painful physical therapy and control her diet. However, the monotony did not last for more than one week, for another patient came to share the same ward with Julie on the eighth ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 36. Julie Cerrone People say, "You don't know what you've got till it's gone." Truth is, you knew what you had, you just never thought you'd lose it. For many people the ability to walk doesn't cross their mind because their used to doing it every day. Unfortunately, between ten thousand and twenty thousand people are diagnosed with avascular necrosis (AVN) each year in the United States, including my sister Julie Cerrone. Since I saw first–hand what she went through most of the stories she tells can be emotional. Avascular necrosis left her on crutches for about three to three and a half years of her life and she was only in her late twenties. She was more than happy to share her incredible journey with us that took place over the last couple of years. She started off the interview by saying this, "I'm Julie Cerrone, a Certified Holistic Health Coach from Pittsburgh, PA who is thriving with psoriatic arthritis, avascular necrosis, prothrombin thrombophilia and have battled complex regional pain syndrome, melanoma, anxiety and depression." Julie has had a tough battle with her knees over the past couple decades. In fifth grade she believes that this was the start of her reoccurring knee problems throughout her life.... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... She exclaimed that life was good and her knee problems were nonexistent at this point in time. It wasn't until life after college is where the reoccurring sciatica problems began to bother her again. Her stressful job piled on top of her stomach problems and after several tests she still didn't have an answer. With her demanding job it was hard to treat her knee problems. She began going physical therapy early in the morning before work. After she ran out of appointments and not much worked for her she turned to yoga. Yoga did not help with her knee problems either though. She claims that it was nothing she did but one day the pain just went ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 37. A Comparison Of Romeo And Julie A girl once loved a boy. He was her form of perfect, the peanut butter to her jelly, and her partner in crime. However, this boy could never see her as more than just a friend. All she asked for was an opportunity, a chance for him to be hers. Maybe they could have been the perfect couple, but they would never know. The girl, Julie, was brilliant, coy, and determined. The boy, Leonardo, was contrary, he was an extrovert, careless, and preferred to learn throughout experiences rather than a book. You would have never thought these two would be acquaintances. Nonetheless, as a new school year was commencing, they found their humor as a bond. Leonardo would always have Julie laughing, and Julies awkwardness was very amusing to Leonardo. Julie shortly found herself questioning her affection towards Leonardo. His humor and personality was all that she seeked for. Leonardo, however, only noticed the roses instead of the daisy; he... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... He eventually proposed to another girl. Julie saw, and, while keeping her tears in, she pressed the like button. He wedded a year later. Julie eventually found another, one that also made her laugh and was certain of his feelings towards her. Leonardo saw, and although he did not know his own feelings towards Julie,nor did he know about Julie's feelings towards him, he was glad for her. Eventhough he never saw Julie as a companion, he always questioned what they could have been, but like the moon lets the sun shine in the day, he let her shine, for he knew he would stop her from succeeding. The years passed, Leonardo never let go of Julie and soon found himself in a divorce. Julie married another, and though she was happy she longed to even see Leonardo. Julie would return to the town often, but both never saw each other. Leonardo married again, both had children and lived their lives. The years progressed, and both of their hearts continued to ache and wonder for each ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 38. Examples Of Animal Imagery In Miss Julie Miss Julie is a drama of paradoxes and reversals. It is a play by August Strindberg which is set on midsummer's Eve. It is a play that touches on symbols through animal imagery. These references to animals as Miss Julie shows the idea that "human beings are the products of the forces surrounding them". Strindberg adopted animals to parallel characters and convey ideas dramatically which would be otherwise be kind of inappropriate with explicit representation of mortals. The animal imagery in this play demonstrates how society looks down upon the people they feel are inferior to them. I believe that August has given the audience a deeper understanding of the forces acting on the characters in Miss Julie through the use of animal imagery. I am discussing the... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... This suddenly reveals the characters to both Julie and Jean himself. Strindberg decides to use animals to match characters and convey the meaning behind everyone's actions. He firstly uses "stable yard" to show a place Miss Julie and her ex–husband were at and thus brings about a horse in mind. Here we get to see Miss Julie putting his ex–husband in a horrible situation and treating him like a child. "Teach a dog to jump" [4] also shows how proud Miss Julie is and wants to show that class rules but Jean eventually shows that no matter what, whether rich or not men are superior to women when he takes control of the situation of Miss Julie and The bird. Even though Miss Julie wants to show that women too have a say in judgements, she is easily weakened by Jean "flirts" and cannot say any more. Strindberg uses Julie's dog, Diana' which seems to serve as an epitome of Julie's fate or fortune. The dog get into an ''affair" with a pug of the lower standing, the "gatekeeper's pug". Using these antitheses foreshadows Julie and Jean where an aristocrat "Julie" escapes her social levels and has an affair with a commoner, ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 39. Frida, By Julie Taymor "Frida" the movie was released in 2002 and directed by Julie Taymor. The cast included Salma Hayek as (Frida), Alfred Molina as (Diego Rivera), Ashley Judd, Antonio Banderas, Edward Norton, Mia Maestro, and Geoffrey Rush. The film is a biography of the life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. She is a woman who came from a very simple background. Kahlo rose to fame as an artist with an unique vision for her craft. She endured a difficult relationship with her husband/mentor Diego Rivera. Many of her paintings are based on her experiences in life. She is also an artist who from the opinion of many, painted from her soul. Director Julie Taymor was able to capture and visually show us the life of Frida by using creative and dynamic angles to bring Frida 's paintings to life. Frida's rise to success was defined by the challenges she faced throughout her life. She had this sense of durability, strength and resilience. She was rude, bold and also smoked and drank like the men around her. At first Frida painted what she felt, but it wasn't for anyone to see or to be sold. She would paint it and express every tragedy that affected her. In my opinion, her rise began once she witnessed her husband having and affair with her sister. It hurt her so much inside the only way to describe how she felt and let it out was she had to paint it. After that, she went on her own and continued painting her pain. Through out her life she went through many hardships that caused her pain internally. ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 40. The Tempest: 3 Differences Between the Play and the Movie 3 Differences Between The Play And Movie "The Tempest" "The Tempest" is a play written by William Shakespeare in early 1600s that has been previewed in different kinds of movies, such as the one made in 2010, directed by Julie Taymor. It is a play containing themes such as; revenge, allusion, retribution, forgiveness, power, love and hatred. When it is compared to the play, there are specific differences seen in the movie, such as; Prospero is reflected as a woman in the movie. The time differences between the play and the movie and how the spirit Ariel is shown as a white man in the movie. The play starts with the story of Prospero, the Duke of Milan. He gets banished from Italy and was cast to sea by his brother Antonio. He has ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... The role of motherhood in the movie is powerful than the play, which we can see in Act 4, Scene 1 when Prospero approves the love Miranda and Ferdinand declares, however points out a harsh warning to Ferdinand. In the movie, because of the female character, it is easier to make the connection of mother and daughter. By switching the gender in this movie, it lead women characters have a sexual power and empowerment, which was none in the play caused by the pressure made in the Elizabethan Era. Taymor, director of "The Tempest" adds; "I didn't really have a male actor that excited me in mind, and yet there had been a couple of phenomenal females–Helen Mirren being one of them–who [made me think]: 'My God, does this play change? What happens if you make that role into a female role?" (Roger) By casting Prospera, instead of Prospero changed the main themes such as power and sexual empowerment, also the voice of Shakespeare in Prospero, whom he is sometimes occurred as. The second difference between the play and movie "The Tempest" is the time that it's written and the time shown in the movie. The play takes place during Shakespeare's time, the early 1600s. When Shakespeare was writing "The Tempest", "people still believed that the sun went round the earth." (Shakespeare 115–121) England was a Christian country and was educated by the Church's education and, grammar schools taught Latin. The setting of "The ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...
• 41. William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus Essay William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus Titus transforms into a character of carnival in Shakespeare's "Titus Andronicus." Carnival is a concept described by Michael Bristol in his paper "Funeral Bak'd–Meats." In the paper, Bristol describes carnival as a period before the beginning Lent in early modern Europe, characterized by "hedonistic excess and transgression." (Bristol 351) Carnival characters place special emphasis on food, disguise and a reversal of the social order or "uncrowning." The lower classes usually celebrate Carnival and they dismiss rules or decorum. Carnival celebrates the body and practical issues of daily "production and reproduction," rejecting official culture. Carnivalesque behavior includes using disguises, ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ... And there is something dark about Rome when Titus enters in the opening scene. It's nighttime. Titus is in the dark–literally and figuratively–for the first two scenes. Titus comes home unaware of the corruption that he will face. The coliseum where he speaks proudly of sacrifice and heroism is old and worn down. There is cheering, but there is no crowd present, making the cheering sound artificial as if it were being played through a loudspeaker to make up for a public that is too disillusioned or too desperate to care. (Taymor 06:48:28) Even without the crowd, Titus's behavior in the coliseum expresses authority. His voice echoes forcefully. He speaks the language of power–patriotism, bravery and religious ritual. Titus does not equivocate. At the beginning of the play, Titus reacts as if problems are black and white. When Mutius dishonors Titus by defending his brother and sister, Titus simply kills him. He asks Mutius right before killing him, "Barr'st me my way in Rome?" as if Titus was most offended by Mutius's attempt to control his power in Rome. (1.1.295) He calls his other sons traitors for defending Lavinia. Stability, social class and honor are most important for Titus. Unlike carnival, which espouses creativity and new ideas, Titus is bound to ritual and rules. It is how he justifies sacrificing Tamora's eldest son and it is the reason he ... Get more on HelpWriting.net ...

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Lion King: The Musical The original Disney cartoon of a lion cub blamed for his father’s death has been remade into a Broadway musical acclaimed all over the world. Seen by over twenty five million people in over 15 thousand performances this intricately designed wonder has taken over 37 thousand hours just to build the puppets and masks. Julie Taymor the director and costume designer was faced with a problem of whether to create humans or animals playing the part and she decided to make masks that show the animal face, as well as, show the human face giving the character his or her personality. As for expressing other animals that are not part of the main cast or to express a certain theme, 2 different kinds of puppetry were used to express an African theme. Masks are considered “functional works of art” and play a social purpose in Africa. They are used in storytelling and ceremonies and are made to be worn over the head rather than cover the face.

This technique is also used in The Lion King so that the human facial expression is not lost and to support the beadwork, corsets and armor used to show the human qualities of a lion. The costumes on the other hand are made of silk cloth to hide the human form, break the shoulder line and to enhance the powerful joints and thighs. The masks are made in such a way that the actor can control the facial expression of the mask through cables attached to their sleeves. Costumes and masks are also used to show the development of the character as they progress through out the story.

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Young Simba’s costume is not as intricate as Scar’s to show that, Scar has an underlying plan whereas Simba is innocent. Ban raku puppetry, named for Ue mura Bunrakuken begun in Japan in the sixteenth century is used in this musical to let the audience concentrate on the story as well as on the skill of the puppeteers. The master puppeteer, the only one usually seen by the audience is controlling the puppet with the help of others for legs and body while a narrator tells the story. Certain gestures and movements help to achieve a certain goal and get a certain message across to the spectators.

At one point puppetry is used to show the grasses of the savanna move as the wind blows creating a magical effect. Shadows which can make an object seem larger than it really is and make something scarier than it really is are a major part of this musical. Originated either in Greece or China this now Indonesian form of puppetry is called the way ang ku lit and uses flat puppets made of wood and animal hide against a muslin screen. In The Lion King, shadows are used to portray many animals or ones that seem frightening. This wonderful combination of puppets masks and real people makes this a most wonderful sight. There are certain themes that are portrayed such as listen, remember, and learn as they teach us to be part of “the Circle of Life,” remember who we are and where we came from, and learn from our mistakes.

In conclusion, this wonderful portrayal of a Disney film seeks to teach us about our own lives and who we are using wonderful techniques of puppetry and coordination. It is no surprise that they have won many awards and acclaims all over the world as they show us their wonderful sets and colors which include animals ranging from eighteen feet to 5 inches. Julie Taymor’s wonderful philosophy of dual meanings really makes this a great family musical. Sources web Art+hi.

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Disney’s success continued in adapting their hit animated film into a theatrical phenomenon. I finally got to go see the musical version of The Lion King last week, and the first few words that come to my mind are: “amazing,” “stunning,” and “unbelievable! ” My expectations were met, as my eyes grew wider with the bright, colorful lights, breath taking costumes, and the superb music of the first scene. I was a little unsure at first, wondering how in the world Disney was going to manage putting a film starring non-human characters, and animated ones at that, onto a three-dimensional stage.

Disney never ceases to amaze me. The Lion King was one of the many impressive displays of an elaborate musical production that I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. The Lion King is the tale of Simba, the son of the Lion King Mufasa (Rufus Bonds, Jr. ). The birth of the new heir displaces the king’s brother Scar (John Vickery), leading the envious Scar to plot the death of Mufasa and Simba. When Mufasa is killed while trying to save Simba, Scar convinces Simba he must go into exile.

There, Simba is befriended by a meerkat, Timon (Danny Rutigliano) and a warthog, Pumbaa (Bob Bouchard), and grows to adulthood (adult voice of Matthew Broderick) blissfully free of responsibilities. However, when childhood friend Nala (Moe Daniels) coincidently finds Simba and informs him that Scar is destroying the pride land, Simba must decide whether to keep his distance or to confront his demons… and Scar. Simba, seeking to find answers, finds his father’s image in the sky and returns to the Pride lands to recapture his thrown as king.

A bloody battle with the lionesses and the hyenas left Simba and Scar head to head in a battle for the truth. Scar reveals that he in fact killed Mufasa and blames the hyenas for everything. In turn, the hyenas change their loyalty towards Scar and kill him. Simba regains Pride Rock and circle of life begins once more. The Lion King was a festive and fantastic production. The success relied heavily on its use of masks and costumes to make the production a complete musical.

For starters, director Julie Taymor turned the cartoon movie’s story into a musical that takes not only the movie, but also the concept of theatrical spectacle to a new level. The cartoon characters have been reinvented with wildly imaginative masks and puppets, (co-designed by Michael Curry) with actors and mask/puppets clearly visible to the audience. The costumes, an extension of the masks, are equally canny. The hard-to-top “Circle of Love” opening number is a parade that fills the entire theater.

It includes giraffes on stilts, leaping antelopes a lumbering giant, and a baby elephant with Afrikan batik ears, and swooping birds. The pop sound of Elton John and Tim Rice is not only present but includes three added numbers. The most important musical addition, however, stems from the exciting African rhythms by Lebo M. His “One by One” tribal chant at the beginning of Act 2 requires no understanding of the language for the audience to respond to its celebratory emotions. The singer Fuschia, as Rafiki the baboon shaman, also adds power to the show’s African elements.

Like the masks and the puppets and most everything else about the show, the ingeniousness of the scenic effects are almost beyond description. As you’ve got to hear the music and see the effect of the half human, half animal actors, you’ve got to see the orange paper sun, the savannah grasses rising from the stage and on top of human heads, a blue cloth that becomes a fish-filled stream. To implement Taymor’s creative input, there’s also set designer Richard Hudson’s swirling pop-up Pride Rock to serve as the center of this magical kingdom.

I went to The Lion King with an optimistic attitude and I came out with a feeling of satisfaction of a good night. This splashy, feel-good production fulfilled its job and is made for all general audiences to enjoy. I would recommend this as a good date or a place for my parents to go to on the weekends. The production was a masterpiece with a talented cast, unique designs and style with clever costumes and extraordinary scenery, with up roaring and delighted music. I highly recommend this theater production with two enthusiastic thumbs up!

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Animated films, especially those produced by Disney such as  The Lion King,  function as cultural texts that can be analyzed through an anthropological prism. Wells (1998) contended that “The idea that animation is an innocent medium, ostensibly for children, and largely dismissed in film histories, has done much to inhibit the proper discussion of issues concerning representation” (Wells, 1998, p.187). Anthropologists can discern the contested values and beliefs that pervade American culture by elucidating the cultural politics ingrained in Disney’s animated films. Such a process of uncloaking necessitates exploring beyond the surface for any and all cultural messages that evince undergirding tensions and persistent contradictions and paradoxes. Doing so enables anthropologists to ascertain counter-hegemonic tropes and themes, particularly related to the intersectionality of class, gender, sexuality, race, ability and the nation (Harris, 1994).  The Lion King  was released in 1994 and experienced cataclysmic success, as it was quite popular among children, ascertaining alternatives to the hegemonic understanding of the film such as how the film represents ideas about masculinity and femininity as well as the various representation of race, especially how black people are limned and how such renderings evince racists stereotypes.  As a result, rather than proffering an authentic portrayal of African culture,  The Lion King  reflects various stereotypes attached to race and gender in western societies in order to pander to western audiences so that it could achieve blockbuster status even as an animated film in various markets.

The Lion King is an animated film produced by Disney as the thirty second feature film in the classic Disney films. It takes place in Africa in the kingdom of the lions, clearly conveying various biblical and literary influences. The film narrates the story of a young lion named Simba who is supposed to succeed Mufasa, his father, as the ruler over this kingdom. Unfortunately, greed overtakes Scar, Simba’s uncle, who murders Mufasa at the beginning of the film and therefore usurps the throne. Simba, still very young, is manipulated into believing that he is responsible for the murder of his father, which is why he flees into voluntary exile as a result of his angish, humiliation, shame, and deep-seated despair. Simba thus grows up alone and comes of age residing with two wastrels free of worries, which the motto “hakuna matata” translates to. Simba gains significant insight and perspective from Nala, who is his friend since childhood, and Rafiki, his shaman, before he returns to the kingdom of lions to challenge the authoritarian rule of Scar. After a violent scuffle between Simba and Scar and his hyenas, Simba assumes the throne of the kingdom, which had deteriorated in Simba’s absence. Pride Rock thus returns to its former greatness, enable the circle of life to persist.

The representation of gender: patriarchal mores

The Lion King  portrays a gender order that is steeped in patriarchal leadership and family, as the characters who ruled over Pride Rock are all males. The lionesses, conversely, are all forced to accept a more secondary and subjected role to their male counterparts, and hunting is the only way they could become somewhat stronger than the lions. Nonetheless, the lions demand that the lionesses go hunting, which thereby strips the lionesses of their autonomy. Following Mufasa’s death and Scar’s ascendance to the throne at his own behest, the lionesses had the opportunity to get rid of Scar if they decided to do so, yet their identity throughout their entire lives was demarked by dependency. as a result, the lionesses have no sense of independence or ability to resist the hegemonic patriarchal order firmly embedded in the portrayed culture. While this construction of femininity is aligned with traditional renderings of gender in western cinema, it is interesting to assess how masculinity is constructed within the portrayed culture. In  The Lion King,  masculinity is a socio-cultural construction in a world where manhood is something that is learned and performed rather than being biologically intrinsic. At the outset of the film, Mufasa, Simba’s father, is killed when Simba is still very young. As a result, Simba must grow up without a father or strong, male influence, away from his mother. As a cub who grows up alone, it appears that Simba is vulnerable to harm, yet he finds solace in his friendship with Timon and Pumba. When he reaches adulthood, Simba exactly resembles his father, who is viewed as a paragon of masculinity demarked by his power and muscularity. At the end of the animated film, Scar and Simba get into an explosive altercation, which conveys that masculinity in this portrayed culture is represented through animals anthropomorphically (Wells, 1998, p. 190). The lions assume the stance of bipedal humans, as they are upright on their two hind feet and attack each other in the same way that humans do when they are in a fist fight.

The representations of femininity and manhood in The Lion King is quite problematic due to the fact that it clearly privileges patriarchy, as only sons of kings were able to inherit the throne and reign over the kingdom. Feminist critics point to the fact that such a depiction eschews how lions actually behave in their natural habitat, as lionesses occupy the most important roles in how lions societies are actually structured. The film diminishes the potent role of lionesses by merely framing them as the love interests of the male characters, such as Nala and Simba. Other female characters seemingly cease to exist in the portrayed world. The title of the film itself intimates that male lions are supreme and that male authority is at the apex of the kingdom, and male lions as kings emerge as patriarchal tropes.

The representation of race: reinforcing western racial scripts

Another significant anthropological representation in  The Lion King  is that of race and how Disney pandered to western audiences by perpetuating various stereotypes that are intrinsically racist. Although the cultural fabric in the Western world during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries promote multiculturalism, films provide cultural texts in which criticism about the construction of race has germinated. Disney has taken concerted efforts to portray race in an authentic and healthy manner, yet  The Lion King  perpetuates racist stereotypes that have pervaded western discourses for many centuries. The presence of the hyenas becomes problematic as they viewed as members of indigenous or subaltern cultures who are bottom feeders and appear mangy bullies who torture Simba. These hyenas are portrayed by non-white actors, which intimates that Disney, while perhaps done intentionally, limn African Americans and other members of subaltern races not as humans but as animals. Indeed, the hyenas resemble a feckless street gang that reflects the nefarious intentions of minorities such as Hispanics and African Americans. Such notions pervade western discourses about members of subaltern races, especially those of African descent. In addition, the antagonist of the film and Simba’s sinister uncle, Scar, has dark-colored fur, unlike the other lions who have bright golden fur. This seemingly irrelevant observation nonetheless suggests that darker colored skin people–i.e. Africans and African Americans–are cast as evil and are the villains not only in fictive narratives but also in real life.

“The Circle of Life,” which is the opening song of this animated film and its lyrical content demonstrate Disney’s incapacity to depict Africa in an authentic manner and covers up the overt unwillingness to portray black people, especially Africans, as human beings (Byrne & McQuillan, 1999, p. 101). Indeed, this theme song commences with clearly African vocals, yet the instruments are not African in origin. Rather, they sound quite western and was devised by white musicians. The scenery in the opening scene does not look authentically African, as there are very few signifiers of African culture and geography, especially since English is the language used throughout the film rather than any African dialect. Despite portraying African culture, American actors and the English language are deployed in the film, which subtly accentuates the hegemony of American culture and society over Africa. Benshoff & Griffin (2009) argue that the baboon, Rafiki, shares a likeness with the African deity Eshu who is charged with the responsibility of safeguarding travelers and is blamed for the misfortunes or fortunes that creatures endure (Benshoff & Griffin, 2009). Although Rafiki is a lauded character in the animated film. he nonetheless comports himself in a half-crazed, reckless, foolish, and bizarre manner. These traits are often used to describe Africans and African Americans in western discourses. There is also overt disrespect and denigration of African cultures and tradition. When Zazu reminds Simba that his friend Nala would eventually become his wife, Simba retorts that once he assumes the kingship, that custom will be nullified. Although it is hard to discern whether such racial representations were intentional or not by Disney production members, as progenitors of cultural products, hyper vigilance must be adopted because audience members are only exposed to the final products rather than the intentions of the producers.

Various epochs are always stigmatized by particular discursive representations of gender and race, among other critical cultural constructions. The Lion King continues to be highly criticized for its representation of gender and race, as it reproduces western stereotypes and scripts through its portrayal of African culture and society. Patriarchy and a strenuous form of manhood is presented as ideal in his film, which eschews the actual behaviors of Africans and the prominent role of African lionesses in their social structure. More poignantly, the representation of race in the film is problematic for reproducing pejorative western stereotypes about Africans and African culture, especially in the portrayal of African characters as animalistic rather than human.

Benshoff, H. & Griffin, S. (2009).  America on film: Representing race, class, gender, and sexuality at the movies . Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.

Byrne, E. & McMullan, M. (1999). D econstructing Disney . London: Pluto Press.

Harris, J. E. (1994). Stereotyping for fun and profit.  Christopher Street.

Sweeney, G. (1995) ?What Do You Want Me to Do, Dress in Drag and Do the Hula??: Pumbaa and Timon’s alternative lifestyle dilemma in Disney?s  The Lion King . S eventh Annual  Society of Animation Conference , University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Wells, P. (1998).  Understanding animation . London: Routledge.

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The Lion King's "Circle Of Life" Explained By Hans Zimmer, Including Ending Note & Disney's Original Plan

• Hans Zimmer drew inspiration from African sounds to create the iconic opening song of The Lion King.
• "Circle of Life" ends with a musical button, creating a dramatic impact on the audience.
• Disney's original plan for the song was very different, but Zimmer's creativity led to its extended version.

Hans Zimmer, the famed composer of Disney’s The Lion King , recently revealed some interesting information about what went into making The Lion King's famous opening song , “The Circle of Life.” When The Lion King premiered in 1994, it was an instant success, and a large part of that success is thanks to its memorable award-winning soundtrack. Zimmer scored the animated film with a handful of original songs written by composer Elton John and lyricist Tim Rice, who had previously worked with Disney on the Aladdin soundtrack. Along with composing the songs, John was also a featured vocalist on multiple tracks.

The Disney Renaissance film soundtrack earned two Academy Awards, one for John and Rice for Best Original Song and one for Zimmer for Best Original Score , marking his first of two wins. The soundtrack was so successful that it had three nominations in the Best Original Song category – “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” “Circle of Life,” and “Hakuna Matata” – with “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” being the ultimate winner. The Lion King takes inspiration from Hamlet and is set in the Pride Lands of Africa, leading to a unique score with African sounds, lyrics, and voices.

Hans Zimmer's Process & Inspiration For The Lion King's "Circle Of Life" Explained

Hans zimmer was inspired by african sounds.

Since his film score debut in 1982’s Moonlighting , German composer Hans Zimmer has scored over 150 movies, including The Lion King . Disney scores have spanned a variety of sounds based on its characters and where the story takes place. For example, the Caribbean sound of calypso and Jamaican reggae can be heard in The Little Mermaid soundtrack , most notably in the songs sung by the Trinidadian-accented crab Sebastian, “Kiss The Girl” and “Under The Sea.” The Moana soundtrack also features Polynesian lyrics to honor the culture explored in the film.

For The Lion King , Zimmer was inspired by African sounds and included various African instruments in the score to bring the sound to life on the big screen. This included a mix of traditional African drums and other percussion instruments to bring a more modern African sound. For “Circle of Life,” Zimmer worked with South African composer Lebo M, who sings the song’s opening lyrics. In the Netflix documentary Hollywood Rebel , Zimmer also shared his unique process of creating synthesized demos for directors, something that wasn’t common practice at the time.

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Why the lion king's "circle of life" ends the way it does, the lion king’s “circle of life” has a unique ending.

The Lion King’s “Circle of Life” is memorable for many things: the African chant, “ Nants ingonyama bagithi baba ,” that opens the song; the scene it accompanies of the animals coming together at Pride Rock to see the newborn prince Simba, and its dramatic ending. There are many different ways to end a song, one of which is known as a musical button. A musical button is the opposite of a fade-out, providing a solid bump at the end of a song . Buttons are popular in musical theatre, as they let an audience know when to clap.

Zimmer’s “Circle of Life” ends on a musical button, with an emphatic drumbeat that caps everything off perfectly. However, this wasn’t intentional on Zimmer’s part , as shown in Hollywood Rebel . Zimmer shared that when The Lion King’s directors and producers came in to hear the song, he hadn’t finished it yet. To distract from this, Zimmer added the drumbeat at the end, incidentally creating one of Disney’s most iconic song endings.

Disney's Original Plan For The Lion King's Score Was Very Different

“circle of life” was meant to be much shorter.

Just like the ending of “Circle of Life,” the song itself wasn’t supposed to play out the way it did . When it came time for Zimmer to write “Circle of Life,” The Lion King director and producers had a plan for it due to pre-written dialogue and an already animated sequence. “Circle of Life” clocks in at just under 4 minutes, but Disney had originally asked Zimmer to arrange just 20 seconds of what Elton John had already composed before the song was meant to switch into dialogue.

Fortunately, in his excitement about working with Lebo M, Zimmer forgot all about these instructions, creating the much longer demo that was then used in the film. When it came time to show the song to the director and producers, Zimmer worried they’d make him redo it to fit their original plan. Instead, Disney decided to reanimate the entire opening and took the dialogue out completely . In doing so, “Circle of Life” was able to speak for itself, and Zimmer created one of Disney’s most iconic songs that perfectly set the tone for The Lion King .

Where To Watch The Lion King

From Usher to Broadway: 'A Strange Loop' lights up the stage in San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO -- A new musical now playing in San Francisco has the best possible credentials. It won the Pulitzer Prize even before it got to Broadway and won a Tony once it opened.

"A Strange Loop" centers around a frustrated writer who, while working as an usher for "The Lion King," writes a musical about his experiences in that very role. ABC7 News Anchor Reggie Aqui spoke with the creator about his "Circle of *Strife.*"

"Usher is a young, fat, Black, gay, musical theater writer who is an usher at the Lion King," shared Michael R. Jackson, the creator of A Strange Loop. "He is cycling through his own self perceptions and his thoughts take form around him."

The storyline is inspired by Jackson's own journey as an usher for the widely acclaimed production.

"While I did draw from personal experience to write the show, it's not autobiographical," described Jackson. "It's emotionally autobiographical. I felt everything that Usher has felt."

The show is about to make its west coast premiere at A.C.T. in San Francisco. Inside the rehearsal room Reggie met up with the actor playing the lead role.

"I am still in college, I'm a junior at UNC Greensboro...but coming into this world is kind of surreal," said Malachi McCaskill, the actor playing Usher. "I get to go into the deepest, darkest part of my life, and I get to put it on the stage and do it honestly which is amazing."

"I want them to walk away thinking about themselves. Everybody has their own strange loop," Jackson added. "People can say all kinds of things about you externally in the world, but sometimes the worst person is inside. It's like no one can really hurt me more than I can hurt myself. You have more power than you think. It's about how you use that power."

A Strange Loop is playing at San Francisco's A.C.T. theater until May 12th and then continues its limited West Coast run in L.A.

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