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'Peking Opera and Politics in Taiwan', 2006.
A review of the book 'Peking Opera and Politics in Taiwan' by Nancy Guy.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 0 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the focus of Nancy Guy's book the 'Peking Opera and Politics in Taiwan' and its connection to the political realm of Taiwan is an important study of a nation that has been affected in every manner by political ideologies. The book not only provides a look into how the performing arts can be altered by a country's leaders, it speaks to how an entire nation be enticed to alter individual opinions and shape public beliefs.
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" This is an important work in relation to music, as it reinforces the knowledge that music not only speaks through melodies and words, but through its association with societal histories that continually influence change. Summary Peking Opera and Politics in Taiwan reflects Nancy Guy's research and insight into the evolution of this type of musical performance, which was impacted by political regimes throughout history."
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"Peking Opera Blues", 2001.
Tsui Hark's 1986 Hong Kong action, comic-adventure film set in 1913. Discusses society of time, impact on China of Western invasion, reform movements, characters, plot, tone.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 39.95
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"Peking Opera Blues (Tsui Hark, 1986) is set in China in a different time period, approximately 1913, at a time when there was agitation for change and efforts at overthrowing the government. The film is a comic adventure rather than a serious analysis of these subjects, but it does indicate some of the forces then operating in that part of the world at the time and fits into a sense of the history of China in this century. As a genre piece, the film is a Hong Kong action picture, the sort of martial arts film that emerge by the dozen from that city each year. This one differs from most in that it has three female protagonists rather than the usual male, though this has become more common in recent yeas as a number of females have come to the fore in this type of film, notable among them being Michele Yeoh, who is now working in other parts of the world."
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Beijing Opera and Chinese Martial Arts Training, 2006.
An in-depth look at the correlation between two, seemingly different, forms of art, the Beijing Opera and Chinese martial arts.
5,455 words (approx. 21.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 133.95
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This paper looks into the parallels between actor training in the Peking and Beijing Opera and the training for Chinese martial arts. The paper consults historical and present day material in an attempt to make meaning of the training requirements for these two different, yet very closely related, artistic expressions of form, method, technique, and performance. The paper discovers that much more is involved than simply repetitious physical training and indeed that without the alignment of mind and body, the performer simply will not and cannot realize true mastery or excellence of performance.
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Abstract
Objective
Introduction
Elements of the Beijing Opera
The Importance of Symbolism in the Beijing Opera
The Music of the Beijing Opera
Spoken Dialogue of the Beijing Opera
Use of Color in the Beijing Opera is Symbolic
I. The Beijing/Peking Opera and Training Requirements and Regimen Examined
II. David Wright - Experiential View of Training Requirements for Beijing Opera
III. Chinese Martial Arts Training Examined
Different Classification of Wushu
Ten Fundamental Skills in Chinese Martial Arts
Mental Skills Practice
IV. Examination of Similarities in Martial Arts and Beijing Opera Training
Characteristics of the Beijing Opera - Excess, More is More
V. Findings of this Study of the Similarities Shared by Chinese Martial Arts and Opera Training and Performing Skills
Summary and Conclusion
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"Physical training for these performers is "structured around repetition" (Wright, 2000) and "over the course of the workshop a range of key movement patterns were developed and refined in this way." According to Wright: "The movements would be demonstrated, the actors would copy movements and then repeat them..." over and over, and then over again. Wright relates that "Further movements and combinations of movements and developments upon movements would then be introduced. Repetition was used, not simply to get the movement right, the repetition of physical action is regarded in the Peking/Beijing Opera, according to Sussman, as a way of absorbing information. She states that there is a deliberate attempt, in this training, not to engage the actor in thought. The actor needs only to 'learn' the action in order to repeat it. Hence, the principal form of learning is the learning of the body. The body learns, then contains the information that comprises the style and the role and therefore the performance. It is the body that enters most fully into the research. And as the body learns, the body changes as a result of that learning. " (Wright 2000)"
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Italian Opera, 2001.
This paper examines, in brief, the history of Italian opera, focusing on opera in the 19th century, and the ways in which opera has become a part of American culture and influenced American music.
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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The following paper examines the history of Italian opera focusing particularly on how Italian singers and composers helped to transform opera in the United States from an art form that was something that only the elite followed to something approaching a truly popular art.
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"Opera is simply the Italian word for work and describes a piece of drama set to music, distinguished from plays in which music is merely incidental. Although there are certainly distant antecedents to opera in the music of Greek tragedy and Medieval European miracle-plays, it begins as a distinct art form (as dramas that were set to music in order to be produced as musical works of art) at the beginning of the 17th century. Kimbell, 1994, p. 11)."
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Politics and Brecht in "The Threepenny Opera", 2002.
A look at how communism and politics are reflected in the opera, "The Threepenny Opera" by Bertolt Brecht.
725 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 0 sources, $ 25.95
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The paper discusses Bertolt Brecht?s political opera, "The Threepenny Opera" which was first performed in 1928. The paper shows that during this period of time, three distinct and separate political and economical philosophies were on a collision course in Germany: fascism, socialism and communism. It shows that while Brecht was struggling to write this opera, Hitler?s first attempt attempt to grab control of the government occurred in 1923 and communism was becoming popular. The paper discusses how communism is reflected in two ways: Brecht mocks both class differences and belief in God.
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"Brecht reflects elements of both socialism and communism in some points in the play, such as when Peachum is giving out licenses to beg. That the needs of the poor could be so easily corrupted seems to be a condemnation of a government that would allow people to survive by begging. Peachum uses Filch?s need to be allowed to bed as a platform to criticize society?s apathy toward the poor. He describes five types of human misery. Each example is a beggar harmed by something the middle and upper classes view as progress in one way or another: one is in an auto accident while another is wounded in war."
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HRM in Taiwan, 2002.
Examines human resource management (HRM) in the international business community, with special emphasis on Taiwan.
23,802 words (approx. 95.2 pages), 110 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This research sets forth the context in which HRM has emerged as a critical component of effective management theory and practice. Within a framework suited to culture-specific comparative analysis of the relevance of HRM to operations and behavior in the regional and industrial bases of the international political economy, including the world's newly industrializing countries (NICs), this paper focuses in detail on the distinctive features of HRM in Taiwan. The paper begins with the the origins and development of HRM in general. It then proceeds to discuss the case of Taiwan, with a view towards forecasting possible lines of future development of the discipline and theory, as the institutional and organizational lines of the global political economy continue to be drawn.
Chapter Headings:
Introduction and Background: HRM Theory
The Impact of Local Conditions
The Political Economy of the West: The U.S. and U.K.
Employment Practices and Labor Relations in the U.S. and U.K.
Anglo-American HRM Culture in Perspective
Problem Areas in Western HRM
Employment Practices and Labor Relations in Continental Europe
The Political Economy of Asia and HRM
The Japan Case
HRM in Developing Countries
The Political Economy of Taiwan and "The Taiwan Miracle"
HRM Development in Taiwan
Influences on Taiwan from Abroad
Is There a Taiwan Model?
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"The fact that social attitudes may have a bearing on events in the workplace has been recognized by observers of HRM dynamics. Newland identifies a number of "current personnel issues" that are likely to have importance for the balance of the twentieth century: "cost limitations, alternative service delivery, labor relations, productivity and performance, and legalism and staffing" (Newland, 1984, p. 22). Focusing on public-sector employees, he suggests a program of "sustained action" to meet the responsibility of these issues, which in general speak to the morale of staff and indirectly imply that productivity may become an issue. But what is important to keep in mind is the cost orientation of the analysis, which tends to highlight the conception of labor as a commodity to be bought and sold like other commodities."
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Information Technology and Management in Taiwan, 2002.
A comparison of the status of information technology and management in Taiwan and America and the continuing necessity in Taiwan for knowledge of the English language in both fields.
1,097 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper provides a demographic overview of both America and Taiwan and shows how there are a great many similarities in the economic power of Taiwan and the United States. It shows how both nations have high GDPs and how both nations have relatively low unemployment rates. It compares the status of information technology management between the two countries and shows how although 80% of the internet is in English, Taiwan has the stronger internet penetration. It also shows how Taiwan is managing to keep up with businesses in America by realizing that the English language has become essential for global business and technology. It looks at how because of the large number of chip manufacturers, computer manufacturers, and other electronic manufacturing that is done in Taiwan, the country's computer engineers boast the highest percentage of English speakers in a particular profession.
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The report also gave three survival tactics for Chinese families that own businesses. The first is to ?decentralize the decision-making process. That is to move away from a command and control system to a people-centered management strategy? while the second is to invest more in ?human resources and provide opportunities for their staff who are not family members to be able rise to the top of the management tree? while the third strategy is to ?embrace e-commerce to enable firms to reach global suppliers and customers at low cost? (Phuangkanok, 2000, 13). Those strategy suggestions make the case that management in Taiwan faces many of the same problems that management in America faces."
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China?s Taiwan Policy, 2004.
An analysis of China's Taiwan policy.
3,026 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses China's Taiwan Policy, presenting a detailed look at the Taiwan issue by tracing its background and history. The paper outlines the legal position of Taiwan, examining the changes in China's Taiwan policy over the years. The paper also analyzes the strategy adopted by Taiwan in dealing with its larger neighbor and explains how the rest of the world looks at the issue. The paper contemplates how much the issue is likely to affect China's future role in world affairs.
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Introduction
Recent History and Legal Status of Taiwan
Taiwan in the Cold War Period (1949-1971)
The United States Changes Track
The Chinese Position: A Three Pronged Policy
The "One Country-Two Systems" Policy
Taiwan's Position
Conclusion
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"China-the most populous country in the world-has exhibited remarkably high levels of sustained economic growth in the two decades since it reformed its economy following the death of Mao Zedong in 1976. According to some analysts, the country is poised to become the number one economy in the world sometime in the mid-twenty first century. There are, however, certain political issues that may affect China's rightful role in the future world affairs. One of them is the 'Taiwan affair'-a problem that has defied a satisfactory resolution ever since the Communist forces defeated the Kuomintang (KMT) in the Chinese Civil War in 1949 and Chiang Kai-Shek retreated to Taiwan along with 2 million of his supporters from the Mainland China. The political status of Taiwan (or the state of Republic of China) has, since that time, been a source of concern for China as well as the rest of the world."
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The Forces of China on Taiwan's Economy, 2006.
How China is forcing Taiwan to change its business strategy.
6,937 words (approx. 27.7 pages), 29 sources, MLA, $ 156.95
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In this paper the author looks at how China is forcing Taiwan to change its business strategy from manufacturing to more high-level industries such as consulting and financial services.The paper suggests that China wants Taiwan to act as a liaison, using their similar language culture and business practices.The author concludes with an outlook for the future for Taiwan's ever changing and strained economy in respect to China. Introduction
Economic and Political Overview of Taiwan
Cross-Straight Relations
Taiwan's Evolving Success Story
The "Hollowing Out" Effect of Taiwan's Economy
Taiwan's Next Steps
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"This heavy reliance on trade has driven Taiwan's rapid growth in recent decades. However, as a small island population with limited natural resources, authorities are very conscious of Taiwan's vulnerability in a turbulent world. The impact of the crisis in Asia on Taiwan's heavily export-oriented economy, while mild in comparison with most of the region, has borne this out. This experience has reinforced Taiwan's major policy directions, which aim to strengthen the domestic economy through infrastructure development, upgrading of industry and the expansion of value-added service industries."
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The Pacific Opera Company, 2005.
A study of the Pacific Opera Company in Sydney, Australia, including current audience demographics and current company operations.
2,850 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 30 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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Pacific Opera is a training opera company. It provides opera singers, mostly who are graduates of music degrees, the opportunity to improve their skills in order to reach professional standard. The aim of this paper is to create a profile of Pacific Opera's existing audience for the purpose of establishing audience satisfaction with Pacific Opera as a company. It also investigates current literature along with quantitative and qualitative data. The findings are presented and recommendations are made for future studies.
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Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Body of Research
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"This research report was completed as part of the subject requirements Research into structure of small training opera companies found that most of these were attached to a flagship opera company. (www.knoxvilleopera.com, www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org, www.dc-opera.org) These small companies would offer intensive workshop and performance opportunities for graduate or post graduate opera singers looking to improve their skills prior to becoming professional. (www.knoxvilleopera.com, www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org, www.dc-opera.org)
Funding for these companies appears to come directly from their linked flagship company as well as directly from patrons. (www.sfopera.com, www.glimmerglass.org) Two of the investigated companies did receive sponsorship in the form of in kind donations such as Italian dictionaries for the singers. (www.dc-opera.org) None stated that they receive government funding. "
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Opera: "Salome" and "Heriodade", 2008.
This paper compares the operas "Salome" by Richard Strauss and "Heriodade" by Jules Massenet Different, both of which are based on the same story of John, the Baptist and Salome.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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This paper explains that Richard Strauss in the opera "Salome" and Jules Massenet in "Heriodade" treat the story of John, the Baptist and Salome in different ways. The author points out that these differences reflect the time of composition and the societies of which the composers were a part. The paper relates that the composers had different motivations for the characters, different theological concerns regarding the story and different musical concerns. The author underscores that the opera by Massenet was a product of what would be called in England the Victorian Age, while the opera by Strauss came during the Edwardian era. The paper discusses that the treatment of women in these opera are different.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Women and Opera
Women in Two Operas
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"The opera depicts two women, Salome and Herodias. In this version, Salome is quite different from the image the world would have of her later, for she is essentially moral, even virginal, and seeks to protect John rather than to destroy him. She is herself a victim and not a perpetrator. Indeed, she is also sentenced tob e beheaded and professes her love to John while they are both in a dungeon. Her mother is the villain in this version, and the character of the mother is more like that would later be attributed to Salome herself."
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"The Beggar?s Opera", 2002.
A brief review of "The Beggar?s Opera" written by John Gay, the first ballad opera in the English language.
1,458 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses the use of satire, metaphor and simile in Gay's "The Beggar's Opera". It shows how Gay used his opera to satirize the society of his time, but that this satirization was not derogatory or moralistic enough to give much offense. It shows how Gay?s entire cast of characters play the role of metaphor depicting social ills of the time.
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"In satirizing the conventions of opera and romance, the Beggar?s Opera arranges a meeting of opposites. Macheath the criminal thus refers to himself as a ?man of honor?. Instead of the expected nobleman, this man of honor is a mere criminal, but he is more than that. Gay turns him into a metaphor for the hypocrisy of those who like to believe in their own heroics. Specifically, Macheath represents the aristocrat and the army officer. His affectations and efforts at romance later in the opera reflect this."
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U.S.-Taiwan Relations, 2003.
A letter to the President, as the National Security Advisor, advising him on the future of U.S. - Taiwan relations.
1,171 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 40.95
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This is a creative political piece that briefly suggests how the U.S. must conduct itself in the future of U.S. - China relations with regards to the Taiwan issue. The Taiwan issue being that Taiwan, while an independent political entity, is still claimed by China and the U.S. officially recognizes China's claim.
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"Mr. President, As you requested I have drafted a short briefing book to give my recommendations on what U.S. policy toward China concerning the Taiwan issue should be. This is an issue that is potentially explosive and could, if not handled correctly, turn into a war between the U.S. and China. Thus, it is essential that we keep ourselves informed of all issues related to Taiwan and of all our policies toward both Taiwan and China. Both the People?s Republic of China (mainland China) and the Republic of China (Taiwan, also known as Formosa) claim to be the legitimate governments of China, though Taiwan has recently shifted more toward separation and away from unification. Both have very powerful militaries and a conflict between the two rivals could be devastating. It is therefore important that we first try and maintain the status quo in the relationship between Taiwan and China, and if that should fail that we must handle the matter delicately both to make sure to keep China pacified but also to make sure that Taiwan remains a de facto independent entity as history and ideology demand that we guarantee the rights of the Taiwanese."
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China and Taiwan, 2002.
A discussion of China?s policy response towards Taiwan following the recently held Taiwanese elections.
1,845 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper examines how the dispute of Taiwan has been an issue of concern for the overall international community as it is affecting the stability of the region and how the results of the recently held elections in Taiwan has further created tensions as the Taiwanese public has given a clear indication of their desire for independence by placing the DPP in the government. It focuses on the issue of China?s response to the results of the elections and the policies it will now adopt to deal with the situation. China still refuses to accept the independent position of Taiwan and is considering making use of military coercion, provided Taiwan declares its independence. It shows how the issue of Taiwan provides a favorable ground to China for the demonstration of its military might but how the support of the United States and a change in the policies of the Bush administration has forced the Chinese officials to soften their attitude towards Taiwan, at least for the time being.
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"The Chinese government fears that with a shift from an authoritarian government to a democratic administration in Taiwan, the possibility of foreign intrusions in Taiwan will increase and so will in Mainland China. It claims that maintaining strict control over Taiwan and its political activities is important for the protection of China?s national interest and autonomy. China has always maintained a policy of considering Taiwan as a part of China and has treated the Taiwanese government as a subunit of overall Chinese governmental setup. It considers Taiwan as a betrayer territory, which should be controlled through military power if necessary. Conquest and reunification of Taiwan with China has always been one of the primary objectives of the Chinese governments."
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Presidential Elections in the U.S. and Taiwan, 2001.
Compares the 2000 campaigns in both countries. Nature of 2-party system. Role of media. 1984 Presidential campaign. Gender gap. Relationship of Taiwan & China. Change of power in Taiwan.
5,625 words (approx. 22.5 pages), 17 sources, $ 135.95
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"The election in Taiwan in March 2000 was significant because it involved the first time in the history of the Republic of China that power had changed from the traditional ruling party, the Kuomintang or KMT, to another party, the Democratic Progressive Party, which had very different policies for the governing of the nation and its relations with mainland China and the rest of the world. Examining the change of power between the Clinton Administration and the coming Bush Administration as a result of Campaign 2000 may reveal some interesting information regarding the role of media and the changeover between parties."
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