Elements of Setting in Hentry IVThe elements of setting in Shakespeare's Hentry IV, Part 1 are of crucial importance to the action, theme and the quality of performance. Elements such as costume, blocking, casting, and even the physical attributes of the stage are, of course, important considerations in the production of a play. But other, less apparent factors also contribute to production success. For example, an underlying theme (rebellion, in the case of Henry IV, Part 1) should be, as much as possible, incorporated into the scene. The number and complexity of accessories must also be considered with regard to the financial success of the production. These and other elements, such as delivery and movement, must be considered and accommodated effectively. All of these factors will be taken into account in this analysis of the production of Henry IV, part 1, act II, scene iv, lines 394-476. Since this scene takes place in a tavern, it is necessary to maintain the simulacrum while leaving space on stage. for “improvised play”. To achieve this effectively, it would be wise to keep props to a minimum so that nothing competes with Hal and Falstaff for real audience attention, as well as financial considerations. To create the appearance of a tavern, four tables are enough, each accompanied by three or four chairs; you need at least ten or eleven for this scene. One of these chairs would later serve as a prop for Hal and Falstaff when they use it as a throne. Three of the tables should be about four or five feet in diameter and one table slightly larger, perhaps six feet in diameter. This will be the table at which Hal and Falstaff converse at the beginning of the...... middle of paper ...... dialogue with Falstaff just before he begins his role as king and she can't move too much a once the improvised piece begins. It would be best if it were placed to the right or left of the stage, behind Hal and Falstaff's table. The stage interpretation proposed here will sufficiently represent each character as presented by the preceding scenes and remain consistent with the action that follows. There is of course some flexibility in how the actors react to the audience, such as voice inflection and volume. A highly engaged audience that laughs at slanderous attacks, for example, would most likely encourage actors to speak louder with greater voice inflection at eligible points of dialogue. In this regard, each performance would involve slight changes that are beyond the realm of the director's influence..