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9/11: We Will Forget, Jason Nettle

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This study is based on the events of September 11, 2001. I will be writing a one man show containing fictional characters that I will write based on research of that day. The show will consist of numerous characters cut from different ages, religions, genders, and points of view. I will be portraying these characters using the tools I have acquired in studio and on stage. The challenge will be to make each character different and bring their experience and unique point of view to the performance. This study will begin at conception of the idea and follow the journey …

An Examination Of The Actor's Approach To Playwriting: Are Playwrights Able To Write About What Is Unfamiliar To Them?, Kayla Zaniboni

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Playwrights write about what is familiar to them. Their inspiration comes from their childhood, past relationships, and their personal view of the world. But could a playwright write about something to which they have no personal connection? Using the book Triggered: A Memoir of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, I will write a one act play about mental illness. I have no personal experience or personal connection to mental illness, but I will approach the process the same way as an actor does a character. I will go into the writing process as an actor, completing character analyses for the characters and using …

Immediacy In Comedy: How Gertrude Stein, Long Form Improv, And 5 Second Films Can Revolutionize The Comedic Form, Alexander Hluch

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Comedy has typically been derided as second-tier to drama in all aspects of narrative. Throughout history, comedy has seen short shrift in both critical reception and academic investigation. Merit is simply placed on drama far before that of comedy. This is not for comedy’s own lack of skill or craft, but simply for comedy’s misappropriation as a narrative form. Throughout the years, by way of either competition or economic superiority, comedy has been pigeonholed into the typified dramatic structure that drama so thoroughly encapsulates. Being forced into a form that exemplifies complex, climactic structure and explicit character development, comedy in …

Developing New Works For The Stage: An Actor's Perspective, Lauren Butler

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

U.S. Theatre is often noted for its commitment to new play development. Since Eugene O’Neill, America has fostered a tradition of celebrating emerging playwrights and their bold, edgy new works through countless development programs such as festivals, new play readings, grant programs, workshops, and world premieres. Although in recent years new-play development has seen a steady decline in funding (Levitow 2), it remains a cornerstone of American identity and an essential medium for pushing boundaries in theatre, both culturally and artistically. New-play development is indispensable for keeping theatre relevant in our everchanging culture. For my thesis, I explore the process …

An Actor On The Line: Becoming Judy Turner In A Chorus Line, Morgan Mallory

All Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Other Capstone Projects

It is a detailed account of author Morgan Mallory's artistic process in creating the role of Judy Turner in the Minnesota State University, Mankato's production of A Chorus Line in the Fall of 2012. The thesis follows the actor's process beginning with the early production analysis in the first chapter. The actor then discusses the work in its historical context followed by a detailed journal of the acting process in chapters two and three. Chapter four is the post-production analysis and the fifth chapter gives an overview of Mallory's growth and process through her time at Minnesota State Mankato. Appendices …

A Dramatic Interpretation Of Jake's Women Thesis In An Educational Setting, Douglas William Reiser

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The area of investigation in the Jake's Women's thesis resides with the actor's preparation in the portrayal of a character who struggles with the pain of loss and betrayal. The acting technique explored centers around the psychology behind the emotional and physical aspects of acting. The results rely on the thoughts and feelings of sensitivity in the actor's body. Development of an actor's inner technique and outer instrument is explored and implemented. An actor's belief in the body to produce effective imaginary people or place within a scene rests in the actor's ability to allow his or her instrument to …

The Spirit Of The Spitfire: Creating The Role Of Nancy Shedman In Romulus Linney's "Holy Ghosts", Caleigh M. Keith

LSU New Orleans Theses and Dissertations

This thesis explains the acting method used by Caleigh Keith while portraying the role of Nancy Shedman in Romulus Linney’s Holy Ghosts. Included are chapters of historical research, character analysis, and a production report, which includes a scored script, rehearsal and performance journal, and a self-evaluation of the actor’s work. Holy Ghosts was produced by Theater UNO at the University of New Orleans in the Robert E. Nims Thrust Theater of the Performing Arts Center. It opened Tuesday, February seventh, and ran through Sunday, February twelfth, two thousand and twelve. Evening performances were at seven-thirty and Sunday’s matinee was …

Pigments Of Imagination: An Actor's Journey Of Creating The Character Of Jack Lawson From David Mamet's Race, Paxton H. Mccaghren

LSU New Orleans Theses and Dissertations

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to create a believable, multiple dimension character portrayal of Jack Lawson in David Mamet’s Race. Documentation of the process will include: an explanation of the acting technique and analysis used to create the backstory and portrayal of the character; insight into the background and beliefs of playwright, David Mamet; and a personal review of my growth and performance.

Research, Character And Performance Process To Play The Role Of Eva In The Pomona College Theatre Department Fall 2012 Production Of Kindertransport, A Play By Diane Samuels, Roxanne D. Cook

Pitzer Senior Theses

This thesis paper presents the research and character development process that I undertook to play the role of Eva, in the Pomona College Fall 2012 production of Diane Samuels’ award winning play, Kindertransport. In the ten-months prior to the 1938 outbreak of World War II, nearly 10,000 predominately Jewish children from Germany, Austria, Czechoslovakia, and Poland were evacuated to Great Britain to escape the looming Holocaust. The program was given the name, Kindertransport (children’s transports) by German railway officials because only unaccompanied children under the age of 17 were allowed to leave. Once the Kinder arrived in England, host families …

The Illusion Open Auditions Poster, Providence College

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The Illusion open auditions

Wednesday, November 7, 2012, 7pm

Twelfth Night Strike Poster, Providence College

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Twelfth Night strike

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Romeo & Juliet

Taylor Theatre Playbills

The playbill for Taylor University’s Fall 2012 performance of Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare.

Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy about two young lovers from feuding families and how their relationship and deaths reconcile their families.

Twelfth Night Playbill, Providence College

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Angell Blackfriars Theatre, Smith Center for the Arts

Twelfth Night

By William Shakespeare

October 26th-28th, November 2nd-4th, 2012

Directed by Mary G. Farrell

Scenic Design: Vincent Sansalone

Lighting Design: Tim Cryan

Costume Design: Fran Romasco

Sound Design: Paul Perry

Vocal Coach: Renina Flores

Cast: Viola - Erin Fusco; Orsino - Daniel Caplin; Curio - Katcy Stephan; Valentine - Aubrey Dion; Sir Toby Belch - Jeff DeSisto; Maria - Marisa Urgo; Sir Andrew Aguecheek - Sean Carney; Feste - Kevin Lynch; Oliva - Grace Curley; Malvolio - Patrick Mark Saunders; Antonio - Ben …

Twelfth Night Poster, Providence College

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Angell Blackfriars Theatre

Twelfth Night by W. Shakespeare

Oct. 26-28, Nov. 2-4

Spring Awakening, Otterbein University Theatre And Dance Department

2012-2013 Season

Based on Frank Wedekind’s groundbreaking and controversial play (once banned in Germany), Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s brilliant rock score and searingly emotional book take the story of sexual awakening, youth revolt, and self-discovery into a new century. It’s 1891, and grown-ups hold all the cards. Headstrong Melchior and naive Wendla stumble into each others’ arms, passionate and curious, while anxious Moritz struggles to live up to the stringent expectations of society. With only each other for guidance, this group of young men and women travel the fraught and rocky path of adolescence, discovering their bodies, their minds, and themselves …

Pc News: Director, Students To Revisit Shakespeare Comedy, Providence College

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PC News: Director, students to revisit shakespeare comedy

October 23, 2012

Webpage printout date: November 5, 2012

Letter From The Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film To The Dominican Fathers And Sisters, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

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Letter from the Department of Theatre, Dance & Film to the Dominican Fathers and Sisters inviting them to a production of Twelfth Night.

October 9, 2012

Twelfth Night Phonebox Plans, Providence College

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Twelfth Night phonebox plans

Last Chance To See Twelfth Night! Email, Vendini Marketing

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Last Chance to See Twelfth Night! email

November 4, 2012

Email printout date: September 19, 2013

Twelfth Night Box Office Sign Up Sheet, Providence College

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Twelfth Night box office sign up sheet

Twelfth Night Audition Form, Providence College

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Twelfth Night audition form

The Illusion Actor Agreement, Providence College

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The Illusion actor agreement

Twelfth Night Cast And Crew Memo, Providence College

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Twelfth Night cast and crew memo

The Illusion Media Release, Susan Werner

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The Illusion media release

December 2012

Twelfth Night Actor Agreement, Providence College

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Twelfth Night actor agreement

Work Study Behind The Scenes: Lauren Spagnuolo '13 Flyer, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

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Work Study Behind the Scenes: Lauren Spagnuolo '13

Work Study Behind The Scenes: Ben Remillard '13 Flyer, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

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Work Study Behind the Scenes: Ben Remillard '13

Work Study Behind The Scenes: Stacie Krawiecki '14 Flyer, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

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Work Study Behind the Scenes: Stacie Krawiecki '14

Work Study Behind The Scenes: Casey Gilmond '14 Flyer, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

Promotional Materials

Providence College Department of Theatre, Dance & Film

Work Study Behind the Scenes: Casey Gilmond '14

Work Study Behind The Scenes: Erin Fusco '13 Flyer, Department Of Theatre, Dance & Film

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Providence College Department of Theatre, Dance & Film

Work Study Behind the Scenes: Erin Fusco '13