Hi everybody,
It is another essay.
TASK
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement. Attending a live performance (for example a play, concert or sporting event) is more enjoyable than watching the same event on television. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answers.
ESSAY
Whether to attend a live event or stay at home to watch it on TV depends ultimately on your character. Some people dislike the thought of joining the army of concertgoers; others would never miss the chance. As for me, I think the benefits of watching an event on TV far outweigh those of going out for a live performance.
There are several negatives to attending live shows that make it a tough experience. The problems may arise at the very beginning. Some pessimism appears when your ticket shows that you are a happy owner of the seat 137 in the 48th row. Everything in the distance further than 50 meters looks quite fuzzy unless you are wisely equipped with binoculars. Then, probably, you might be dismayed if you lose the battle against eager fans at the entrance of a stadium or a concert hall. Once again, you never feel that your adventures are over as you have got into your seat. You might be surprised to find out that your neighbour is a pretty unpleasant subject muffling performers with roars of dissatisfaction.
On the other hand, people who prefer television broadcasts are easily understood. First of all, confessed TV watchers value tranquility of their home environment. They enjoy a concert or sporting event surrounded by their family members or close friends. Secondly, they say that the atmosphere at home is more democratic than at the stadium. You may say what you think about the performers without any fear of falling into a fierce confrontation turning eventually into a fight. Finally, watching a show on TV is the best value for money. You don’t have to buy tickets while you are surfing TV channels for an interesting event.
The world is beautiful through its diversity. People who love attending live shows will assert their inclination with good arguments. My own opinion is that watching a performance on TV is safer, more comfortable and much cheaper kind of entertainment.
Feel free to comment.
Regards,
Dmitrij.