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aethyrflux

Mrs. Warrens's Profession

Mar 21, 2003 15:40

Last night, I went to see Mrs. Warrens's Profession, by George Bernard Shaw ( Read more... )

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paradigm shift oberaun March 23 2003, 16:52:56 UTC

i noted this is one of your interests. this is off topic of your post but i was wondering as to what shift you are refering. i am familiar with this expression.

Re: paradigm shift aethyrflux March 23 2003, 18:41:44 UTC

In 1962, Thomas Kuhn wrote The Structure of Scientific Revolution, and fathered, defined and popularized the concept of "paradigm shift." Kuhn argues that scientific advancement is not evolutionary, but rather is a "series of peaceful interludes punctuated by intellectually violent revolutions", and in those revolutions "one conceptual world view is replaced by another ( ... )

Re: paradigm shift oberaun March 23 2003, 19:45:08 UTC

well my hat goes off to you. i am impressed at your views and the information you site to back them. Wish more people gave active thought to such things.

Re: paradigm shift contentlove March 26 2003, 06:57:41 UTC

Pithy description! I'm adding you to my friends list, btw.

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review notes aethyrflux April 1 2003, 09:34:18 UTC

Overall, the scenery, set decoration, and costuming were quite evocative of the time and setting of the play. All of the actors were absolutely flawless! Their lines were confident and polished. And their diction was clear and lyrical. The blocking was well-balanced and always easy to appreciate. And, most of all, I have to say that all of the philosophical conversations between the characters were absolutely convincing. Vivian's tortured struggles with situational ethics were definitely believable... I was right there with her, twisting and turning the ideas around in my conscience -- an excellent portrayal of inner turmoil: bravo ( ... )