Examine the concepts outlined in Aristotle’s Poetics regarding the essential elements of a tragedy. Apply these principles to a tragic piece such as Oedipus the King or Puff’s The Spanish Armada.

In 1776, Sheridan acquired a stake in the Drury Lane Theatre from David Garrick, who was one of the most acclaimed actors of his era. Investigate the history of the Drury Lane Theatre and its influence on eighteenth-century drama overall.

Puff’s The Spanish Armada takes place during Queen Elizabeth I’s reign but resonated with Sheridan’s audience as potentially echoing a modern-day crisis. To what extent did Sheridan’s audiences perceive the threat of an external invasion?

At the conclusion of Puff’s play, Sheridan provides several stage directions that generally describe what the audience witnesses during the intense battle scene. How would you stage this battle and the ‘‘procession of rivers?’’ How would you ensure the scene retains the comedic tone of the rest of The Spanish Armada?

Create a short script that parodies the conventions of a cinematic genre, similar to how Sheridan parodies tragedy. Consider genres such as science fiction, western, or detective films as potential subjects.

Write three distinct reviews of The Spanish Armada: one by Dangle, one by Sneer, and one by Puff himself. Ensure that each review reflects the unique personality and aesthetic preferences of its author.