Essay 3.1 Reflection

For me this essay was challenging to write. The format was something that was completely new to me so trying to outline the essay took a few tries. I found that I really like the format though. Coming up with a  compromise at the end fit my topic very well. I think  I would struggle to use this format for a more controversial issue, however. While it was easy to plea with Broadway producers to add a little more art and passion to what is essentially a Las Vegas style show nowadays, I think trying to find a middle ground on a more heated topic such as abortion or gay rights would be very difficult. I think I learned that in order to compromise,  one must ask for something that the opposite side has not clearly stated they will not do. Broadway producers don't fight against the artistic value of their productions; they just dont find it necessary. I think that helped me a lot.

Prewriting Essay 3 Rogerian Essay

Today's Broadway shows offer little more than two hours of entertainment and a reason to visit New York City. Something that once provided an artistic outlet for thespians at the highest level is now nothing more than a tourist trap that makes producers money and leaves its passionate followers disappointed after every show.

Negotiations: Valid that producers need to make money and everyone needs to get paid.
                       Understandable that the majority of the population does not really understand the art that is behind theater and will not see shows that offer insight in to our lives.
                       Offers a venue for new technology like moving lights and led displays to be presented in a very flashy circus-like way
                       "Rent-style" shows such as spring awakening and next to normal