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1. One of the main differences between a major and minor character is the amount of time the character spends on stage and the number of lines a character possesses. If much of the action in the play revolves around the character (or characters), then those characters may also be considered major characters. A minor character could also be called a "supporting character" who's part helps emphasize the major character and his or her actions. Luisa and Matt are clearly the two characters the play revolves around most. While El Gallo and the two fathers would serve as minor characters, though these characters are very important roles as well. 2. My favorite character would probably be Matt or El Gallo. These two characters were truly brought to life by the actors and the vocal ability of the two men was terribly impressive. However, I was also delighted to watch Conner Brockmeier portray the Wall and The Mute as he never broke character. He also was able to add just enough of his own personality to the part without taking away from the major character's parts. I would say Edward McCreary performed his part the best. His vocals portrayed the manipulative aspects of the "burglar" and his facial expressions and hand gestures further emphasized his conniving motivations. 3. I sympathized most with Matt. His search for love, though perhaps overly romanticized, and desire to achieve all that the world has to offer is a dream that I believe resonates with many audience members. 4. I can relate to Matt, for we both have a desire to succeed in this world without sacrificing or compromising our own personalities or dreams. 5. At the play's opening, Matt and Luisa are both hopeless dreamers, manipulated by their fathers into loving one another out of convenience. As the play continues, they are certain life will be all they have ever dreamed of after their fathers' feud has ended as a result of Matt's apparent heroism. When the stark reality of their fathers' sneakiness comes to light, Luisa and Matt become bored and cannot bear the thought of staying together. In their eyes, love cannot be real love if the dramatics driving it are fabricated. They part ways seeking a truly fantastic "story" for their lives, one that will fulfill their overly romantic views of the world. However, they unfortunately fall prey to the manipulation of the world and their own dreams become nightmarish. Both characters mature and return to one another, realizing that all things cannot fulfill all of their high expectations, that life isn't a fairytale, but rather, that sharing life with someone who loves you can make it so. 6. In my opinion, El Gallo is implying that he is filing away Luisa's love of an overly romanticized life and her view of the world. By doing so, he is better able to to take advantage of her. 7. The fathers are different in many ways, though one of the most recognizable are their contrasting views on gardening. Luisa's father waters his vegetables, while Matt's father refuses to water often for the sake of drowning his plants. Luisa's father also sees value is being thrifty and holding onto his funds. Matt's father sees an equal importance in sparing funds for the sake of something desired or for a higher outcome (as observed when haggling with El Gallo). They can some similarities to Mitchell and Cameron from Modern Family. Although these two have more similarities than differences, they are different enough that their collaborations result hilariously for all involved. The actors fit the roles perfectly and were able to feed off of one another's energies seamlessly. Vocal inflection and mannerisms were clearly practiced and areas of focus for these actors. 8. Henry and Mortimer possess certain satirical qualities. Henry appears to show the stereotypical "diva" personality that is believed to be found in many actors. He constantly puts down Mortimer, who always seems to play minor roles in Henry's productions. Mortimer is an extremely submissive and seemingly "stupid" actor who is a one-trick-pony of sorts, only excelling in death scenes. They are a fitting pair, for Mortimer's submissive spirit compliments Henry's overpowering directing words and actions.