• The theatrical piece Bent sheds light on the diverse symbols that marked the prisoners under Nazi tyranny. Beyond the notorious yellow star for Jews and the pink triangle for homosexuals, a spectrum of other emblems signified the captives' fates. Political dissidents donned a red triangle, while those deemed criminals bore a green one. Dive into the harrowing accounts of those marked by these symbols, such as individuals who shielded Jews and were thus branded as political prisoners.

• Within the Jewish community, a wave of discontent arose when Horst, a character from the play, declared that homosexuals occupied the lowest rung in the concentration camp hierarchy, insinuating they endured the harshest conditions. Does Horst's assertion undermine the Jewish ordeal? Explore how Holocaust literature addresses this sensitive debate.

• Compose a compelling report on the infamous "Night of the Long Knives." How does this brutal purge compare with other heinous Nazi acts, like the infamous Kristallnacht?

• Another illustrious Broadway production, Cabaret, vividly transports audiences to the opulent yet morally ambiguous nightclub scene of 1930s Berlin. Examine how both plays portray this decadent lifestyle.

• Over the last quarter-century, a distinct subgenre of "gay" literature has flourished. Identify some of the standout works in this genre and reflect on the reception and recognition these narratives have garnered.