Recent advancements in technology have made the TV screen so live that people do not feel the need to go for any live performance (e.g. live shows or concerts). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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It is believed by some that in the current age of live TV screening, there is little incentive to go out and see such events. Although the live plays and musicals have magic and a strange mesmerising energy between the audience and the performers, I agree with the given statement.
Undoubtedly, the experience of live performance builds community. For instance, sitting in a theatre with hundreds of people who have the same interests is an unparalleled experience. Secondly, attending a live performance also provides the excitement of the actor-audience connection in real time. These will keep the theatre from fading away completely no matter how much technology takes over our lives.
However, the main factors in favour of TV are the high cost and the limited accessibility of actual live shows. Even if more people wanted to actually go and watch live shows, the seating capacity is limited. On top of that the tickets are very costly, especially if a person wants seats near the stage. Another thing, which goes in favour of TV is the lack of time in today’s fast-paced world. People also have to stand in queues and drive distances to watch these shows. One 2-3 hour live show actually takes away a whole day at times.
Furthermore, people do not need to dress formally as live TV can be watched in the comfort of their sofa or bed and while doing some other household chores. The focus of the cameras is also on the main characters, because of which there is a better view of the actual show. Despite the fact that people want to experience live shows, such shows have become once or twice in a lifetime events and that too for those, who have the time and money to do so.
To conclude, I reiterate my view by saying that while actually going and attending a concert or drama is in itself a unique experience, the live TV screen of today has an edge over it all.
