Adapted and Given to

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Adapted adjective - Changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose.

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Hilarity most DEFINITELY ensues.This was originally created by The Reduced Shakespeare Company, but has since been sold/given to/adapted by a wide variety of comedy troupes and theatre companies.The play has No Fourth Wall, requires performers to make it up as they go and audience participation.

Source: Theatre / The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
Adapted Out: Antonio and Giuseppe had a younger brother called Angelo, whose role is given to Mike in the film.

Source: Film / A Guide To Recognizing Your Saints
Adapted Out: Many smaller characters, such as Queen Margaret and the children of Clarence and Queen Elizabeth are either removed or have their dialogue given to other characters.

Source: Film / Richard III

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