Theatre -
· Origins in ancient religious ceremonies.
· Western Theatre as we know it today directly descended from the Greek festival of Dionysus.
· Performance is live.
· Intimacy
· Connection with the audience.
· Spectacle may be present.
· Each performance is unique and different.
· The playwright is sacrosanct. There is respect for the author’s work.
· A highly specialized cadre of creative and technical positions.
Film –
· Originates in the early 20th century.
· Performance is recorded.
· Intimacy is gained through camera angles and close ups.
· No direct connection with the audience.
· Each performance is identical.
· Spectacle is often present.
· Technical effects are often cutting edge.
· The screenwriter’s work may be continually reworked throughout the filming process.
· A highly specialized cadre of creative and technical positions that may number in the hundreds.