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King's Theatre Queens: Three Successful Women In The Early Classical Era, Ashley Mchugh Apr 2012

King's Theatre Queens: Three Successful Women In The Early Classical Era, Ashley Mchugh

2012 Awards for Excellence in Student Research & Creative Activity - Documents

In the early Classical era, three particular women are accredited with encompassing the vocal style and techniques of the timeframe: Madame Gertrud Mara, Brigida Giorgi Banti, and Mrs. Elizabeth Billington. They were of different nationalities, statuses, educational backgrounds, vocal qualities, and performance strengths. However, they were all frequently associated with similar repertoire, critics and audiences, and companies- especially the King's Theatre in London.


Women & Language: Essays On Gendered Communication Across Media, Melissa R. Ames Jan 2011

Women & Language: Essays On Gendered Communication Across Media, Melissa R. Ames

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

The present volume of essays examines women's communication as it has evolved historically across multiple mediums. Part I explores how women became "gossip girls" and the important role of gossip in the perception and practice of female communication. Essays in Part II cover the convergence of oral and written communication in women's literature. Gendered performance in such arenas as salsa dance, Dr. Phil and the Internet is examined in Part III, and essays in Part IV discuss women's communication in the technology-rich 21st century. This excerpt features the introduction and one essay from the co-editor.


Women & Language: Essays On Gendered Communication Across Media, Melissa R. Ames Jan 2011

Women & Language: Essays On Gendered Communication Across Media, Melissa R. Ames

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

The present volume of essays examines women's communication as it has evolved historically across multiple mediums. Part I explores how women became "gossip girls" and the important role of gossip in the perception and practice of female communication. Essays in Part II cover the convergence of oral and written communication in women's literature. Gendered performance in such arenas as salsa dance, Dr. Phil and the Internet is examined in Part III, and essays in Part IV discuss women's communication in the technology-rich 21st century. This excerpt features the introduction and one essay from the co-editor.


December 2009 - Volume Ix, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2009

December 2009 - Volume Ix, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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This issue includes items about Theatre Alumni Reunions, Dedication of the Green Room at the Doudna Fine Art Center (named after Lucille and E. Glendon Gabbard), and December Graduates.


June 2009 - Volume Viii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2009

June 2009 - Volume Viii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VIII Number 2 includes pictures of the first year of operation of the Doudna Fine Arts Center.


December 2008 - Volume Viii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2008

December 2008 - Volume Viii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VIII Number 1 includes articles on Mammoth Follies, Second City, and a Makeup Workshop.


June 2008 - Volume Vii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2008

June 2008 - Volume Vii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VII Number 2 features articles on the closing of the Village Theatre and welcoming new faculty Nicholas Shaw.


December 2007 - Volume Vii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2007

December 2007 - Volume Vii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VII Number 1 includes articles on the new Doudna Fine Arts Center and also an obituary of Ernest Glendon Gabbard.


June 2007 - Volume Vi, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2007

June 2007 - Volume Vi, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VI Number 2 includes a letter from former Chair John Oertling and a "Where Are They Now?" section.


December 2006 - Volume Vi, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2006

December 2006 - Volume Vi, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume VI Number 1 includes articles about the construction of the Doudna Fine Arts Center and a visit from the National Association of the Schools of Theatre.


June 2006 - Volume V, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2006

June 2006 - Volume V, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume V Number 2 features an article about an unofficial reunion of 1975-1983 Alumni and the obituary of Lucina "Lucy" Gabbard.


December 2005 - Volume V, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2005

December 2005 - Volume V, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume V Number 1 includes articles about the Doudna Fine Arts Center project and a "Where Are They Now?" section.


June 2005 - Volume Iv, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2005

June 2005 - Volume Iv, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume IV Number 2 features a piece about the construction of Doudna Fine Arts Center and a "Where Are They Now?" section.


December 2004 - Volume Iv, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2004

December 2004 - Volume Iv, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume IV Number 1 includes an article welcoming new faculty Allison Cameron, and a piece on the Liz Marfia and Phil Ash wedding on October 10, 2004, attending by 26 Theatre Arts alumni.


June 2004 - Volume Iii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department Jun 2004

June 2004 - Volume Iii, Number 2, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume III Number 2 includes a welcome to new faculty Chris Mitchell and a "Where Are They Now?" section.


December 2003 - Volume Iii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department Dec 2003

December 2003 - Volume Iii, Number 1, Theatre Arts Department

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SIDES Volume III Number 1 includes an article about Jean Wolski being appointed Faculty Laureate and a piece about funding for the Doudna Fine Arts Center project.


In Common: Voices Of The Common Woman, Zoanne Allen Jan 1988

In Common: Voices Of The Common Woman, Zoanne Allen

Masters Theses

This is an original compiled script of selected materials relating to the common experiences of women. The intention was to present a work that would touch all women by describing experiences that are shared among us generally. The script utilized materials from a variety of sources: prose, diaries, poems and plays. The tone of the pieces selected were both serious and humorous. Through the assembling of these pieces, a complete script was created. The final goal of the work was to create a sense of bonding among the women in the audience. Secondarily, the male members of the audience should …