The “Carousel Effect” In Forensic Research,
2013
Minnesota State University, Mankato
The “Carousel Effect” In Forensic Research, Daniel Cronn-Mills, Stephen M. Croucher
National Forensic Journal
Our purpose is to determine if an anecdotal pattern we have seen emerging at the National Communication Association (NCA) conference holds true. We have noticed that forensic panels at NCA, and specifically individual events (IE) panels, appear to revolve around similar themes. Scholars interested in IE issues may be repeating themselves. The result is a “carousel effect”: the papers/panels go round‘n‘round the same ideas. Our analysis identified two findings: (1) 25 research themes are evident in forensics and three themes comprise the focus of most of the research; (2) qualitative analysis showed repetition among the titles of forensic research. We …
Antidosis For A Forensics Life: An Isocratic Defense Of Modern Practices Of Competitive Forensics,
2013
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Antidosis For A Forensics Life: An Isocratic Defense Of Modern Practices Of Competitive Forensics, Aaron Duncan
National Forensic Journal
The forensics community is under attack from inside and outside the coaching profession. It is important that we as coaches defend our practices and justify the value of the activity. Despite his prominence in his own time and his influence over the development of rhetoric, the work of Isocrates has not been utilized to craft a defense of forensics. Similar to the situation we face today, Isocrates also had to defend his practices as a teacher of rhetoric. Using his works Antidosis and Against the Sophist, I attempt to craft a defense for the practices of the modern forensics community.
Direction Of The Musical: Children Of Eden,
2013
Central Washington University
Direction Of The Musical: Children Of Eden, Mark B. Daniels
Graduate Student Projects
This project consists of the selection, background research and documentation, casting, direction,vocal coaching, and post-production analysis of Weber High School's production of Stephen Schwartz's Children of Eden. Documentation included research and analysis of the play, its music, and an evaluation of the musical as a production vehicle for the department of Theatre Arts at Central Washington University. The analysis also includes a discussion as to the non-traditional directorial vision of this production.
Going Further: Designing, Producing, And Directing Three Edward Albee One Act Plays,
2013
California State University, San Bernardino
Going Further: Designing, Producing, And Directing Three Edward Albee One Act Plays, Thomas Cornelius Finnegan
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to direct a college theatre production composed of three one-act plays written by Edward Albee, one of America's most honored playwrights.
[Sabbatical Report],
2013
Western Kentucky University
[Sabbatical Report], Clifton Brown
Sabbatical Reports
My sabbatical research took place in Seville, Spain studying the art of Flamenco dancing. Flamenco is a Spanish folk dance filled with vigorous and passionate movements that has a unique tradition.
Full Volume,
2013
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Working Together: Examining Forensic Leadership Through Lmx Theory,
2013
Southwest Minnesota State University
Working Together: Examining Forensic Leadership Through Lmx Theory, Ben Walker, Julie L. G. Walker
National Forensic Journal
Forensic teams function as organizations with a variety of leadership styles used. To better understand how we lead, we need to more closely study organizational communication theory. With the ever-present need to provide links from theory to forensic practice, this paper outlines leader member exchange (LMX) theory and how it can be applied to forensic leadership for positive organizational outcomes. Implementation strategies are offered along with suggestions for future directions of research. Ideally, this paper will act as a resource for those wishing to explore LMX theory in their forensic leadership.
Stress, Burnout, Job Satisfaction, And Intent To Leave Among Collegiate Forensic Educators,
2013
James Madison University
Stress, Burnout, Job Satisfaction, And Intent To Leave Among Collegiate Forensic Educators, Heather J. Carmack, Todd T. Holm
National Forensic Journal
The purpose of this study is to explore how burnout, stress, and job satisfaction impact coaches‘ intention to leave forensics. Some 111 collegiate forensics educators completed a survey examining workplace stress, burnout, job satisfaction, and perceived intent to leave forensics. Coaches who had thought about leaving forensics reported being more emotionally exhausted than coaches who had not thought about leaving. Female coaches also reported more stress than male coaches. Although many educators feel stressed, burned out, and have thought about leaving, they were still satisfied with their jobs as educators. The article concludes with a discussion of the findings and …
Editor's Note,
2013
Berry College
Direction Of The Play: Roald Dahl's Charlie And The Chocolate Factory: A Play,
2013
Central Washington University
Direction Of The Play: Roald Dahl's Charlie And The Chocolate Factory: A Play, Teresa Jean Hansen
Graduate Student Projects
This project entailed the selection, background research and documentation, analysis, casting, direction, and post-production analysis of Udhailiyah School's production of Richard R. George's Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: A Play. Documentation includes research and analysis of the play and an evaluation of the play as a production vehicle for Udhailyah School. The analysis also includes a discussion as to the non-traditional directorial vision of this production.
Direction Of The Play: Phantom Tollbooth,
2013
Central Washington University
Direction Of The Play: Phantom Tollbooth, Angela Chement
Graduate Student Projects
This project consists of the selection, background research and documentation, casting, direction, and post-production analysis of Ben Eielson Junior/Senior high's production of Susan Nanus's adaptation of Norton Juster's The Phantom Tollbooth. Documentation included research and analysis of the play and an evaluation of the play as a production vehicle for the Department of Theatre Arts at Central Washington University. The analysis also includes a discussion as to the non-traditional directorial vision of this production.
Undefined Genre, Or, A Study Into Work Reliant On Visual Art Mediums To Transform The Protagonist Function Of The Human Body In Performance,
2013
Edith Cowan University
Undefined Genre, Or, A Study Into Work Reliant On Visual Art Mediums To Transform The Protagonist Function Of The Human Body In Performance, Tony Currie
Theses : Honours
This thesis is a study into performance art, specifically examples of work in which the artist engages with a physical object or visual arts medium to create a work of art in the presence of an audience. The subsequent work of art created can vary from works on paper, to living structures, or any other physical and tangible structure. I have addressed the audience demographic of performance art, the genre’s conceptual genesis, its ephemeral nature, and its commoditisation to analyse its relevance to the current artistic climate. During my study, an importance has been placed on live performance, not on …
A Director's Approach To I Love You Because,
2013
Minnesota State University - Mankato
A Director's Approach To I Love You Because, Adam Karal Sahli
All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects
It is a detailed account of author Adam Karal Sahli's artistic process in directing the musical I Love You Because at Minnesota State University, Mankato in the Fall of 2012. The thesis records the artist's process from production selection through performance in five chapters: a preproduction analysis, a historical and critical analysis of the work, a production meeting and performance journals, a post-production analysis and a process development analysis. Appendices, works cited and works consulted follow.
Technical Direction For Abe Burrows' Cactus Flower,
2013
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Technical Direction For Abe Burrows' Cactus Flower, Lawrence A. Lopez
All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects
This paper is a comprehensive report of Lopez's production process of Abe Burrows' play Cactus Flower which was performed in the Ted Paul theatre November 8th through 18th, 2012. It is a record of Lopez's particular process from pre-production analysis to an examination of the final product manifested in the scenery for the production. It examines this production process in five chapters: pre-production analysis, historical and critical analysis, a production journal, post-production analysis and a record of process development concluding with three appendices and a works cited page.
The Lighting Design For A Chorus Line,
2013
Minnesota State University - Mankato
The Lighting Design For A Chorus Line, Jordan William Green
All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects
This paper describes the process involved in designing the lighting for A Chorus Line with book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante and lyrics by Edward Kleban. The play was produced in the Ted Paul Theatre at Minnesota State University, Mankato and ran from October 4 - 14, 2012. The paper consists of five chapters and an appendix. The first chapter is an analysis of the script and the requirements for lighting the play. The second chapter is an historical and critical analysis of the play. The third chapter consists of a journal of the designer's experience and processes throughout …
A Costume Designer's Approach To Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None,
2013
Minnesota State University - Mankato
A Costume Designer's Approach To Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None, Angela Kristie Sahli
All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects
It is a detailed account of author Angela Sahli's artistic process in designing costumes for Minnesota State University, Mankato's production of And Then There Were None in the early spring of 2013. The thesis chronicles the designer's artistic process from pre-production through performance in five chapters: a pre-production analysis, a historical and critical perspective, a journal, a post-production analysis and a process development analysis. Appendices and works cited are included.
Technical Direction Of Chicago,
2013
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Technical Direction Of Chicago, Joseph Jerome Skala
All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects
This document provides a detailed and comprehensive record of Joseph Skala's process for the technical direction of Chicago, written by John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse. It is submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Fine Arts in Theatre from Minnesota State Mankato. This thesis traces the technical director's process beginning with a preproduction analysis of the scenic design. It includes a historical and critical analysis of the production, a journal detailing the technical director's process, post production analysis and an analysis of the technical director's process development. Appendices and works cited are …
The Making Of Disgrace Kelly: Dragging The Diva Through Cabarets, Pubs And Into The Recital Hall,
2013
Edith Cowan University
The Making Of Disgrace Kelly: Dragging The Diva Through Cabarets, Pubs And Into The Recital Hall, Caitlin Cassidy
Theses: Doctorates and Masters
This research project investigates the synthesis of cabaret and recital performance as a way to re-invigorate the recital as a performance platform. As a curious classical singer with a passion for cabaret, I have explored cabaret in my own creative practice as a classically trained opera singer through the employment of practice-led research methodologies. This project includes research manifested in rehearsals, performance and exegetical writing, including a unique self-reflexive voice in the writing style, to encompass a practice-led research methodology. The culmination of these approaches was a final performance program entitled Diva Bites the Dust. A study of the diva …
Unni E I Romani, Gli,
2013
University of Richmond
Unni E I Romani, Gli, Linda B. Fairtile
University Libraries Faculty and Staff Publications
A censored version of Attila first performed at Palermo's Teatro Carolino in 1854.
Otello,
2013
University of Richmond
Otello, Linda B. Fairtile
University Libraries Faculty and Staff Publications
Verdi's penultimate opera represents his first new work for the stage after a nearly sixteen-year hiatus. As battles raged over the future of Italian opera-whether it should remain rooted in song or follow foreign trends that assign a greater role to the orchestra-Giulio Ricordi and Boito patiently lured Verdi back into the fray. Boito's libretto, an ingenious and at times eccentric adaptation of Shakespeare's Othello, inspired the composer to a highly personal fusion of tradition and innovation. At its premiere Otello was widely hailed as a masterpiece, an emphatic and fundamentally Italian answer to the debate over music and …
