Abstract A paper on industry and economy, showing that Gaylord Entertainment is exactly that: entertainment. The writer believes that it's more than just country music, bit in fact luxury hotels, fabulous dining, music, TV and radio, dance clubs, shopping, interactive media, artist's management and more.
Abstract This paper looks at the historical piece by John Putnam Demos, entitled "Entertaining Satan". The paper looks at the historical value of such a work, placing a large emphasis on the fact that Demos does imagine sections of this work. However, as it is substantially backed with empirical primary evidence, Demos' imaginative nature can be forgiven or seen as viable explanations.
From the Paper "When one considers the history of American witchcraft, they generally tend to bring to mind associations of the Salem Witch Trials, of Arthur Miller's play "The Crucible", and other such materials. John Putnam Demos' work, "Entertaining Satan: Witchcraft and the Culture of Early New England", is thus doubly alluring, as it draws upon elements of early American witchcraft history besides these other widely known topics. John Putnam Demos continues with his tales of youthful American history with this work, as it follows in the style of "The Unredeemed Captive: A Family Story From Early America", which is a narrative history regarding captivity by Indians in New England in the 18th century. As thus, it is apparent that the culture of early New England is of high interest to the author, which draws the readers furthermore into this work."
Abstract This paper defines entertainment, and its reflection on the composition of society and the notion of self in the modern era. It explores the epistemological and metaphysical implications of entertainment, especially the origin, acquisition, and processing of information. The paper describes the normative implications of entertainment and how a society's reliance on entertainment affects the beliefs and norms which guide and justify particular actions and decisions.
From the Paper "Could I have been anyone other than me? This question, which at the very least seems absurd and at the very best rhetorical, actually points to an important fact about the way in which we construct our notion of personal identity. In the modern technological age in which we live, the pervasive access and consumption to entertainment and information has had a transformative effect on societal values and notions of self to the point that it does indeed to make sense to ask what role our management of information and entertainment has in our lives and how that entertainment effects our notions of self and, in turn, our worldview."
Abstract This paper describes three components pertaining to global entertainment: Spanish-language entertainment in the United States; noncommercial entertainment; and copyright law. The paper discusses marketing strategies and practices, new methods and technology for delivering entertainment media and the impact these components have on revenues.
Tags: public service broadcasting, digital content, media, piracy, film, television, economics, government policy, culture, advertising, marketing, commodification, Hispanics
Abstract This paper examines the topic of children's entertainment in different countries and times. The paper begins with children who grew up in China during the Shang Dynasty. The paper then looks at children during the Italian Renaissance period. The paper then leads into a general discussion of children's entertainment from a social and psychological aspect before looking at children's entertainment today in America.
From the Paper "Even prior to attending middle school age, children in America spend tens of thousands of hours watching movies, television, as well as videos; listening to the CDs, radio, as well as cassettes; playing video, as well as computer games; and surfing the Internet. However, television, games, music, movies, as well as the Internet are much more than entertainment. They are a basis of information, and they assist educate children in relation to the world in which they live. As children have increased entertainment alternatives to prefer from, it turns out to be even more significant for parents to become concerned in making preferences."
Abstract This paper examines the social and political significance of the entertainment in the life of ancient Rome. The paper explains that even though many forms of entertainment existed, special emphasis was given to the spectacles and public events rather than private events, like parties. The paper then looks at the function of these spectacles and their role in the politics and government of Ancient Rome. The paper discusses how, as Rome expanded both territorially and in influence, the status of the spectacles transformed - the expansion resulted in significant social and economic changes. The paper points out that entertainment in ancient Rome had a function that significantly differs from its function today - it was an opportunity for public gathering during which the people could speak freely and express their concerns. In conclusion, the paper shows that as Rome went from the republic to the empire, the spectacles remained important events and they gave the opportunity to the masses to see their ruler and express their opinion on state matters freely.
From the Paper "The Romans were an agricultural society and their religion can be described as polytheistic paganism. The early religious rituals were aimed at pleasing the gods who, as Romans believed, controlled everything necessary for a successful harvest like crop growth and weather. The rituals were not limited only to the agriculture. They also extended to celebrations of military victories, celebrations of various household deities, etc. As Shelton notes "these days were the days of sacrifice and ritual, but also of holiday merriment, as Easter or Christmas are for us today" (329). In other words, these holidays were a great opportunity to skip a day of hard work, relax, socialize, be grateful for what you have and, through the rituals, do the best to have more next season. As such these holidays did not have any deeper political and social position in the Roman society.
Abstract This essay critically analyzes the media's function in society today. The writer contends that it does not function as a source of entertainment and it does not reflect the needs and values of the society, rather the media perpetuates a system of conditioned responses to formulas which seem to be reflecting on the values of the society.
From the paper:
?When we state that the media functions as a source of entertainment and reflects the needs and values of the society we are being naive. That may have been the case ten years ago but today, in the era of the communications revolution the situation is much different. The reach and the scope of the media through technology has allowed it to become the agenda setter rather than the community and the values that the media propagates then become the values of the society.?
Abstract Marketing adult entertainment is more complex than one might imagine, and when one adds the complications of the Internet itself, as well as foreign countries, it becomes even more complex. This paper looks at issues such as age restrictions, limits placed on the pornography industry, advertising, and popular pornographic sites. The paper also covers ways in which one might market adult entertainment on the Internet successfully.
From the Paper "Some states and countries also have regulations on what kind of porn is legal and what isn?t. Some of this questionable content has come to include such sexual acts as bestiality, scat, bondage, rape depiction, ?barely legal,? etc. Another thing that makes marketing and selling books a lot easier than pornography is the fact that you have more outlets to sell the books."
Abstract The paper discusses the relative strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of Harrah's Entertainment in the gambling and gaming industry in the form of a SWOT analysis. The paper offers an in-depth analysis of Harrah's Entertainment operations. While Harrah's operations are considered to be very strong and the company financially sound with large cash reserves, it is very exposed to the online gaming and gambling industry that is highly unregulated and very profitable.
From the Paper "Harrah's Entertainment Inc., headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, operates mainly in the casino entertainment business. The company, founded more than 60 years ago, is recognized as the third biggest gaming company in the world. Harrah's Entertainment is an unparalled entertainment establishment operating 28 casinos in more than 13 US states under the Harrahs, Rio, Harveys, and Showboat brand names. Its operations include casino hotels, dockside and riverboat casinos, and Indian gaming establishments. Harrah's total revenues grew 5.5% in 2003 to $4,322.7 million, primarily as a result of a full year of consolidation of Jazz Casino Company into the financial results compared to the partial year in 2002 following the acquisition of a controlling interest in that property, the company's acquisition of Louisiana Downs in December 2002 and the subsequent introduction of slot machines at that property in mid-2003, and the contributions.."
Abstract This paper looks at how in terms of entertainment, Paris had much to offer during the 18th century. It examines the most popular entertainments of the middle and upper classes, of the bourgeoisie and the aristocracy at the time.
Outline:
Public and Private Balls
Opera and Ballet
Theatre
From the Paper "Many women would occupy their mornings with reading (if they would read - illiteracy among higher class women was much higher in France than in England at the time), drawing or music. The preferred instrument among French ladies was the harpsichord. It was considered very elegant and was an ornamented piece of furniture that could occupy a room on its own with only some chairs around for the audience. Some harpsichords were masterpieces of craftsmanship and bore elaborate drawings and carved birds, flowers, lake scenes, etc. J.B. Huet was a very talented painter who painted on harpsichords during the middle of the 18th century. The music women used to play was by Francois Couperin - his first collection Suites was published in 1713. They would also play Bach and Haendel. Mozart and Vivaldi were very much appreciated. "
Abstract The paper provides an overview of a new family entertainment center, called the Quasar Lazar Family Fun Entertainment Center, which will be referred to as the Lazar Tag Facility and will be a limited liability company (LLC). The paper first examines the marketing opportunities as well as the profile of the recreation and leisure industry in general. The paper then relates how the Lazar Tag Facility will attract customers and provide customers with a quality experience. In addition, the paper deals with the center's customer service policies and methods of advertising.
Outline:
Business Image
Legal Form of the New Business
Marketing
Industry Profile
Attracting Customers
Selling to Customers
Customer Service Policies
Advertising
From the Paper "In order to best understand how the new family entertainment center will be positioned, one must first be presented the general image. The Lazar Tag Facility will incorporate all activities and products offered by family entertainment centers in general. Also, the new facility aims at slightly developing this range of activities, by conducting significant research and development projects in order to find out what other activities customers would like to have at the Lazar Tag Facility.
"However, given the fact that family entertainment centers' customers are usually characterized by traditionalism, the Lazar Tag Facility will introduce new special activities and offers during an extended period of time, so that customers will not be confused by the new offer."
Abstract This paper takes a look at "Entertainment" and how it allows society to have a very distinct high and low culture mentality present without really questioning it which can lead to our civilization turning to machines for the answers to everything.
From the Paper "Entertainment is liable to sweep what is left of reality by the wayside and usher in a new world that could be similar to Ray Bradbury's or George Orwell's fantasy futuristic times. As Richard Dyer points out about entertainment's meaning in the first chapter of his book Only Entertainment, "Part of its meaning is anti-seriousness... It rejects the claims of morality, politics, and aesthetics in a culture which still accords these a high status" (2). Strangely enough people who seem to be getting diverted from reality do not realize the entertainment they enjoy is only historically and culturally constructed as common sense. For example, what would a mother think is she came to a McDonald's today and there was no equipment for the soccer team she brought with her to play on. It is common sense the play place will be there. However, would anyone consider McDonalds to be a highbrow place? No, not even if rich people do happen to bring their kids there to eat and play after school twice a week, because McDonalds is a fast food eatery and fast food is common sensibly known to be part of low or mass culture. Michael Wolf comments on, ?The ?E? factor having to be present in everything,? (LECT, 1/17) as pointed out by Professor Banet-Weiser in class, and that there will always be a differing of opinion between what appeals to the elite and the masses. "
A marketing plan for a drive in theater, which takes into consideration current trends in entertainment, consumer preferences, community values, special events and nostalgia.
Abstract This research paper presents a marketing plan for a drive-in theater. Included is background on the types of entertainment, comparisons of negatives and positives in a SWOT-style analysis, proposals of special promotions and events and alternate sources of revenue to maximize income from the facility. The paper also contains suggestions of a percentage budget for a marketing dollar allocation.
From the Paper ?Situation Analysis ? The people attending drive-ins today are the same ones who went as kids in the ?50s and ?60s and eventually their kids will go too. It's an entertaining, inexpensive, wholesome night for the family.Our business has only recently gone from being stable to a growth mode. We have found that the Disney animated hit The Lion King in 1994 and King Kong did especially well outdoors and helped create a new generation of drive-in theater fans.
"We are on track and on trend for current consumer and advertising mood. A major issue facing marketers and advertisers since the September 11 terrorist attacks is what do they sell and how do they sell it in a changed world. Advertising and marketing are happening in relation to a major public event, the "War on Terror", the "All Anthrax All the Time" news networks, a recession, and the largest increase in unemployment in five years.?
Abstract This ten-page undergraduate paper discusses the importance of engaging in a contract with a minor in the proper fashion, suggests certain steps that entertainment industry professionals and minors can take to protect themselves when negotiating contracts, and examines several legal cases involving minors in the music industry.
Abstract This paper provides three essays on the impact of global entertainment on culture, values, national identity and the filmmaking industry. The paper looks at the effect of new communication technologies, and of American culture and capitalism on global world.
Tags: Latin America, Asia, Europe, media, communications technologies, Hollywood, cinema, film production, economies of scale, economics, state control, censorship, trade
