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In what ways does Brian Friel establish the theme of language and communication in Act I of 'Translations' The play 'Translations' is written by Brian Friel. It is set in 1833 in a small town called Baile Beag in Donegal, Ireland. The main concept of the play is based on the politics between Ireland and England. The British colonists have sent over their soldiers to create an ordnance survey map of Ireland and also introduce a national system of state schools. The play also examines the effects of linguistic, cultural and political changes on the lives and feeling of these townspeople. The actual language of the play is Gaelic (an Irish language) but it is written and performed in English, to help overcome the language barrier. In 'Translations' Brian Friel establishes the themes of language and communication and attempts to get audiences to understand how such themes are significantly related to the...

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