Themes for our Lost Play

So this post is going off my previous post: just applying to our play now.

Level 1
History. Done.

Level 2
I think our authorial intent should be focused around human nature. If we have a very serious connotation in the storyline it self, as with Henry V, we can use the events to shape our within-play themes. I think the focus should be on the actions of William, aka the Battle of Hastings. His character and the "life morals" will come through easiest that way.

Level 3
Theme within should defiantly be about good vs. evil. Mostly off Katie's question about William being the villain or the "good guy." I think the play would be SUPER interesting if we make him a bad guy. We can talk about human nature and want for power/influence. We could then use Nickson's idea about "the grateful hyena." In class we talked about the climbing action of the plot being a lost battle...and perhaps he learns something and then goes for Hastings....but that would make him a good guy.....hhhmmmm. Anyway, we could do a lot with good vs. evil.

Level 4
Thematic analysis for this play would most definitely be manifest through the events on William's "timeline." What about divine right? Appearing good (perhaps to his subjects/army), but "evil" at heart? Cruelty to subjects? Even just the theme of war? That might be really cool...

We will DEFINITELY need to touch on the subject of tragic flaw. Power would be a sweet one just because of his reputation...but...we'll see.