DRAMATIC METHODS

SETTING

Act 1, Scene 1

Use of two levels in a nighttime scene signifies the disruption Iago and Roderigo have come to inform Brabantio of. Brabantio’s physical security (his house) is threatened.

Act 2, Scene 1

The storm reflects the passions which will be unleashed in the new setting

• Venice and Cyprus represent civilised v less civilised parts of society which is reflected in characters

• we gradually decrease focus onto a single bedroom.

  • creates feeling of claustrophobia

  • Makes outside world seem insignificant