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Echoes Of Vaudeville: How Modern Musical Comedians Challenge The Patriarchal Paradigm, Kaitlyn Whitesell
Echoes Of Vaudeville: How Modern Musical Comedians Challenge The Patriarchal Paradigm, Kaitlyn Whitesell
Theatre Thesis - Written Thesis
This work explores how artists like Diana Oh, Grace McClean, Abby Feldman, and Catherine Cohen are pushing the boundaries of musical comedy, creating performances that are personal, interactive, and deeply connected to their audiences. These performers draw on techniques from vaudeville and stand-up comedy but subvert traditional forms to create inclusive and empowering spaces. Through their work, they are not only reshaping the landscape of musical comedy but also sparking conversations about social justice and the power of performance art.
The Representation Of Young Black Male Characters In 80s And 90s Sitcoms, Tavin M. Cochran
The Representation Of Young Black Male Characters In 80s And 90s Sitcoms, Tavin M. Cochran
Honors College Theses
Sitcoms are a great formulaic art form. Characters being in ridiculous situations in front of a live studio audience to emphasize the complexities of life is an exciting way of storytelling. When I was younger, I noticed that I would relate to the main characters as if their flaws were my own. I enjoyed doing it. When I began relating to side characters as well, I understood the different roles in sitcoms. You will have a main character and a side character to compliment them. Seeing another young black male on television made me feel represented. Many shows have given …
Red Curtain Rivalry, Amy Lytle
Red Curtain Rivalry, Amy Lytle
Playwriting (MFA) Theses
Two community theaters in the same city are accidentally putting on the same musical at the same time due to a publishing company's error. The members of the dueling troupes have to untangle the mess--the show must go on, of course! Between big misunderstandings, a few shenanigans (or hijinks, as some may say), and a lot of lessons learned, watch as each company battles to win the Red Curtain Rivalry and prove themselves the best production of "A Doll's House: The Musical!" that the community theatre community has ever seen.