Hamlet+Fun+Projects

To be or not to be fun – That is the Assignment

(100 pts)


 * Objective: ** To create a parody that shows understanding and insight of the play //Hamlet: Prince of Denmark//

Choose one of the following


 * 1 or 2 Person version: **
 * Choose a well-known song (i.e. Jingle Bells) and rewrite the lyrics
 * Write a song that demonstrates you know the plot, nuances, and themes of the play are all about using the tune from that song as your base (see example)
 * The parody song must be no less than 4 verses (4-6 lines each) and at least one chorus (4-6 lines)
 * The final version must be typed out as lyrics that you will sing as the original song plays in the background. (This part can be pre-recorded and played in class)

Click here to read an example:

Hey There Prince Hamlet Royals Hamlet Parody Royals.jpg

Click here to hear an example:

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media type="file" key="Hamlet Parody - Royals 4-4-14.mp3" width="240" height="20" align="center"


 * 5 Person Version: **
 * Choose a well-known song (i.e. Jingle Bells) and rewrite the lyrics
 * Write a song that demonstrates you know the plot, nuances, and themes of the play are all about using the tune from that song as your base (see example)
 * The parody song must be no less than 4 verses (4-6 lines each) and at least one chorus (4-6 lines)
 * This final version must be a full music video (including a set of typed lyrics) that will be shown during class.