Blog #5

If I am going to stage the play, I think one of the most important elements is the color.  The consumes and buildings of this two families should be totally different; because that can show that two families actually stand in the opposite. For example, when Montagues are wearing black or represents black, Capulets should wearing white. Also, in order to show the similar class status, both Montagues and Capulets should be wearing fancy clothes, as a symbol of wealth and status. I think actors can speak British English, because it is easy to distinguish the royal accent and normal people's accent. When they are talking, they should add sir in each sentences, in order to show that they are civilized. When the members of two families meet, they should have disdain on their face, and also from the words, show that they are enemies. Some small props can help a lot to distinguish two families, like having a badge on their clothing or having their logos on their cars or buildings will make audience much easier to determine whether the character is a Montague or Capulet. Style of music also helps to distinguish Montague and Capulet. For example, when Montagues come to the stage, music can be rock music; but when Capulets come, music can be changed to Jazz music.