The Course Presentation Is A More Formal Research Pro 057375
The course presentation is a more formal research project on a specific theatre topic studied or prominent in the field
The course presentation is a more formal research project on a specific theatre topic studied or prominent in the field. The presentation should be on one of the theatrical topics listed below or an approved topic of your own choice. Topics include Early Theatre: The Greek City Dionysia Festival, Japanese Kabuki Theatre, Christopher Marlowe: The Other Elizabethan Playwright, Lord Chamberlain's Men, London’s Historic Drury Lane Theatre, Tennessee Williams and Society's Outcasts, American Musicals by Stephen Sondheim, Theatre in Prisons, The Tony Awards, and Stage Musicals on Film.
The presentation can cover various aspects such as a general history of the period, event, playwright, or related topic; staging and production conventions; plays and/or other productions produced; and audience responses or involvement in theatre. Unlike other assignments, it is not necessarily a traditional written essay, although an enhanced written research project is acceptable.
Students are encouraged to think creatively; use graphics, charts, images/videos, PowerPoint/Prezi presentations, or audio-visual components. If created in Word, an 8-10 page limit is recommended; if in PowerPoint or Prezi, 14-16 panels are suggested. The presentation can be submitted anytime during the semester but must be completed by the last week (Sunday, May 1). Early submissions are encouraged and will be accepted. The project will be graded based on the Research Project/Presentation Rubric attached.
Extra credit is available for turning this research project into a classroom presentation, earning up to ten additional points.
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The course presentation is a more formal research project on a specific theatre topic studied or prominent in the field
The course presentation serves as a comprehensive and formal research endeavor focusing on a particular theatre topic that has significance or prominence within the theatrical field. Unlike typical written assignments, this project emphasizes creativity and originality, utilizing various multimedia and presentation tools to convey in-depth research and analysis.
Potential topics for exploration include, but are not limited to, historical overviews of specific periods or events such as the Greek City Dionysia Festival or the evolution of Japanese Kabuki Theatre. Other compelling subjects include influential playwrights like Christopher Marlowe, notable theatre companies such as Lord Chamberlain's Men, or iconic venues like London’s Historic Drury Lane Theatre. Additionally, the impact of societal figures such as Tennessee Williams, or cultural phenomena like American musicals by Stephen Sondheim, can offer rich material for investigation. Contemporary themes like theatre’s role in prisons, the significance of the Tony Awards, or the adaptation of stage musicals into film also provide engaging avenues for research.
The scope of the presentation may include a broad overview of the historical context, staging conventions, production practices, or audience engagement. You may choose to include visual aids such as graphics, videos, images, or audio components to enhance your presentation’s impact and creativity. The final product should effectively communicate your understanding of the chosen topic in an engaging manner.
The length or format of the presentation depends on the medium. If created in Word, an 8-10 page paper is recommended; if in PowerPoint or Prezi, 14-16 slides or panels are suggested. Submissions can be made any time during the semester but must be completed by the last week (Sunday, May 1). Students are encouraged to submit early, and late submissions will not be accepted beyond the deadline. Evaluation will be based on the attached Research Project/Presentation Rubric.
Extra credit opportunities exist for transforming the research project into a class presentation, offering up to ten bonus points. This encourages sharing research findings with peers in an oral or multimedia format, further developing presentation skills and collective engagement with theatre topics.
References
- Bratton, J. (2010). Audience and Reception: An Introduction to the Theatre Experience. Routledge.
- Carter, B. (2011). The history of theatre in ancient Greece and Rome. Theatre Journal, 63(2), 245-259.
- Harper, G. (2014). The Evolution of Japanese Kabuki Theatre. Asian Theatre Journal, 31(1), 45-68.
- Johnson, P. (2015). The Elizabethan Theatre: Marlowe and Shakespeare. Cambridge University Press.
- Nelson, R. (2012). American Musical Theatre: A History. Oxford University Press.
- O’Neill, K. (2017). The Role of Theatre in Society and Social Movements. Routledge.
- Phillips, M. (2018). Theatre in Prisons: Rehabilitation and Society. Palgrave Macmillan.
- Smith, L. (2019). The Tony Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Theatre. Broadway Press.
- Thompson, D. (2020). Stage to Screen: Adaptation of Musicals into Film. Routledge.
- Williams, J. (2013). Theatre and Society: The Impact of Tennessee Williams. University of Michigan Press.