How do operas based on novels differ from those not based on novels?

In general, operas based on Walter Scott novels simplify the plot. For example, in 'Lucia di Lammermoor', some of the more complex political and family sub - plots from the novel might be streamlined to fit the opera format which needs to be more concise to hold the audience's attention during a performance.

Well, first of all, the source material's nature. Graphic novels combine text and images, and movies based on them can play with this duality. For instance, they can use the graphic novel's panel layout as a guide for shot composition. Regular novels, being just text, lack this built - in visual framework. Additionally, the way characters are presented can vary. In graphic novels, characters are often highly stylized visually, and movies based on them may keep that distinct look. In regular - novel - based movies, the physical appearance of characters is more open to interpretation by the filmmakers. And the overall mood and atmosphere can be more directly transferred from graphic novels as they already have a visual representation of it, which is not the case for regular novels.

Well, in operas, the story is told through music, singing, and acting. So, the pace can be different from the novel. For example, in an opera based on Prevost's novel, the emotional peaks might be emphasized more through powerful arias. While the novel has the luxury of detailed descriptions, the opera has to convey a lot in a shorter time with music and performance.

Well, character - based novels tend to have a slower pace as they delve deep into the characters' minds and emotions. Plot - based novels usually have a faster tempo, driving the story with action - packed events. In character - based novels, the relationships between characters are highly emphasized. In plot - based novels, the relationships often serve the plot. For instance, in a character - based novel like 'Anna Karenina', the love affairs are about the characters' growth and downfall. In a plot - based novel like 'Indiana Jones', the love interests are more for the sake of the adventure plot.

Often, cartoons based on novels simplify the story for a younger or more general audience. For example, in a long and complex novel, the cartoon might cut out some minor sub - plots. Also, the visual representation in a cartoon can be different from what readers imagined while reading the novel.

Musicals based on novels often have to condense the story. For example, a long and detailed novel might have many sub - plots, but the musical can only focus on the main plotlines to fit the time constraints. Also, the mood can be different. A dark and brooding novel might be made into a more upbeat musical in some cases. For instance, 'Wicked' takes a different perspective on the 'Wizard of Oz' story compared to the original novel it's based on.

Well, comic operas focused more on comedy and satire, while grand operas were grander in scale, with elaborate sets and complex storylines. Also, the music in comic operas tended to be more catchy and accessible.

Choice - based visual novels differ from traditional novels mainly in interactivity. In traditional novels, the story is linear and the reader has no control over the plot. However, in choice - based visual novels, players can make decisions that change the course of the story, leading to different endings or plot developments. Also, visual novels often have visual elements like character sprites and backgrounds, which are absent in traditional novels.

Many of these novels also differ in their treatment of the themes. While the original 'Frankenstein' is mainly about the hubris of man in playing God, some of the based - novels expand on this. They might explore themes like identity, as the created being tries to find its place in a world that sees it as a monster, or they might look at the idea of redemption in a different light compared to the original.

The characters in the 300 based on graphic novels tend to be more true to their original designs. In many cases, the costumes, the physical appearance and even the mannerisms of the characters are replicated from the graphic novels. This is because the graphic novels often have very distinct and well - defined looks for their characters. For example, in '300', the Spartans' outfits and their overall look were directly inspired by the graphic novel, which helps to create a more authentic and recognizable adaptation for the fans of the original graphic novels.