Peter Pan's Journey & Performance Analysis Structure
Peter Pan's character arc moves from emotional panic to acceptance of his fate. In the beginning, he shows panic with medium pitch and increasing volume, displaying fidgety hand movements and shaky posture. The famous Marooned Rock scene sees him shouting over waves, first with Wendy, then tragically alone after she's taken away.
His anxiety builds through the middle section - he's literally sweating and shaking, his posture becomes smaller, and his voice stutters as he experiences physical pain. However, the ending brings resolution as he comes to terms with his situation, delivering the iconic line "To die would be an awfully big adventure" with low pitch and quiet volume that captivates the audience.
The power dynamics shift brilliantly throughout the performance. Initially, Hook holds complete power over Wendy and the lost boys, using vocal and physical skills to mock them. The 'walk the plank' scene uses levels effectively - Hook positioned higher than the pirates and children to show dominance.
Exam Success: Structure your Section C responses with an introduction, three analytical paragraphs (one per key scene), and a conclusion evaluating the overall performance success.
When Peter arrives to help, the levels reverse - he's positioned higher than Hook, who becomes more timid. This creates the classic 'good over evil' narrative, culminating in Hook's final breakdown with stuttering voice and quiet volume as she loses all power.