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Unit eight: The arts
Reading
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What kind of music and/or dancing appeals to you?
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Have you ever been to a theatrical performance that was centred around dancing and /or music?
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If not, would such a performance interest you?
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The show includes theatrical and dance acts that incorporate rock music... |
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It´s ideal for anyone who wants to experience a unique theatrical performance |
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.. theatrical performances that are out of the ordinary... are a non-traditional dance company |
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Tickets can be ordered online throught: www.ticketmaster.com |
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The dance company aims to promote the unique African-American cultural experience |
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As well as its renowned solo performances which feature choreographed dances to modern jazz music |
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It is an exciting show that offers a glimpse into the world of... |
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Audience members can expect a high-energy, exciting performance |
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Audience participation is also welcome |
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… centred solely on ballet dancing then the NY City Ballet is the perfect choice |
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Whatever show you choose to attend, you will surely be enchanted by the skill of the dancers |
Vocabulary & Grammar
PREPOSITIONAL PHRASES
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In advance |
Out of order |
In particular |
Out of work |
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In brief |
Out of breath |
In/out fashion |
In/out practice |
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In charge |
Out of date |
In/out shape |
In the meantime |
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In time |
In a hurry |
In vain |
Out of the question |
Writing
A REVIEW OUTLINE
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INTRODUCTION
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Give some general information about it (title, type of film, book or TV programme,director...)
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MAIN PART (2 paragraphs)
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Give a brief summary of the plot
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Include comments about what you like/dislike (plot, acting, setting, characters,music, special effects,ending,etc.)
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CONCLUSION
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State your general opinion
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Say whether you recommend it or not
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Speaking
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Theatrical performance |
Concert |
Talent show |
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Art exhibition |
Field trip |
Indoor/outdoor |
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Submit |
Appeal to |
Refreshments |
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Develop talent |
Encourage creativity |
Cultivate cultural awareness |
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Broaden horizons |
The shoe incorporates |
To be enchanted |
Glossary
refreshment |rɪˈfrɛʃm(ə)nt|
noun
1 (usu. refreshments) a light snack or drink: light refreshments are available
submit |səbˈmɪt|
verb (submits, submitting, submitted)
1 [ no obj. ] accept or yield to a superior force or to the authority or will of another person: the original settlers were forced to submit to Bulgarian rule.
• (submit oneself) consent to undergo a certain treatment: he submitted himself to a body search.
• agree to refer a matter to a third party for decision or adjudication: the United States refused to submit to arbitration.
2 [ with obj. ] subject to a particular process, treatment, or condition: samples submitted to low pressure while being airfreighted.
3 [ with obj. ] present (a proposal, application, or other document) to a person or body for consideration or judgement: the panel's report was submitted to a parliamentary committee.
• [ with clause ] (especially in judicial contexts) suggest; argue: he submitted that such measures were justified.
renowned |rɪˈnaʊnd|
adjective
known or talked about by many people; famous: Britain is renowned for its love of animals | a renowned author.
glimpse |glɪm(p)s|
noun
a momentary or partial view: she caught a glimpse of the ocean.
• a brief insight or indication: during the interview he offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse of television.
verb [ with obj. ]
see or perceive briefly or partially: he glimpsed a figure standing in the shade.
• [ no obj. ] archaic shine or appear faintly or intermittently: glow-worms glimpsing in the dark.
enchant |ɪnˈtʃɑːnt, ɛn-|
verb [ with obj. ]
fill (someone) with great delight; charm: Isabel was enchanted with the idea.
• (often as adj.enchanted) put (someone or something) under a spell: an enchanted garden.
aim |eɪm|
noun
1 a purpose or intention; a desired outcome: our primary aim is to achieve financial discipline.
2 [ in sing. ] the directing of a weapon or missile at a target: his aim was perfect.