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Theatre and Performance Studies

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

2006

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Anton Chekhov:The Characterization And Interpretationof A Historical Figure For The Stage, Alan Gallant Jan 2006

Anton Chekhov:The Characterization And Interpretationof A Historical Figure For The Stage, Alan Gallant

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This thesis will explore the execution of the monograph role of "Anton Chekhov" in the original one-act play, An Evening with Anton Chekhov. The play script, rehearsal and public performances of the piece are all self- generated by the candidate, with the proper assistance of the thesis committee. This written thesis serves as the completion of the thesis project, and includes analysis of several key areas of the development of the script and thesis role. This document includes the original script with endnotes and a structural analysis. Social and historical background of the character, Anton Chekhov, a real person, is …


Moliere And Commedia Dell'arte:Past, Present, And Future, Nicole Klass Jan 2006

Moliere And Commedia Dell'arte:Past, Present, And Future, Nicole Klass

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This thesis will explore the application of comemdia dell'arte technique to a contemporary performance. UCF's spring 2005 production of Molière's The Trickeries of Scapin will serve as a resource in both commedia dell'arte's ability to resonate with a modern audience as well as an analysis of the actor's process in fusing elements of commedia dell'arte and contemporary acting techniques. This document will include a thorough description of the history and origins of commedia dell'arte in order to decipher existing elements today. Also included, will be major influences on commedia dell'arte including Greek and Roman Comedy. It is important to discuss …