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Ferber, Ben.
The Hothouse and Dynamic Equilibrium in the Works of Harold Pinter.
Degree: BA, Theater, 2011, Oberlin College Honors Theses
► This is a dually-focused Honors thesis in criticism and directing that discusses…
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▼ This is a dually-focused Honors thesis in criticism and directing that discusses the dynamic balance between humor and menace in Harold Pinter's myriad works. In particular, this paper examines The Hothouse, a play Pinter shelved for several decades due to its highly overt comedy. The paper uses close readings from The Hothouse and a number of other plays (including The Birthday Party, One for the Road, and Celebration) and directorial insights from a February 2011 production of The Hothouse in Oberlin College's Little Theater.
Advisors/Committee Members: Jackson Smith, Caroline.
Subjects: British and Irish Literature; Literature; Modern Literature; Performing Arts; Theater; Theater History; Theater Studies
Keywords: Harold Pinter; directing; criticism; Humor; The Hothouse; Comedy of Menace; American Football; The Birthday Party; The Dumb Waiter; A Night Out; The Caretaker; Trouble in the Works; One for the Road; Mountain Language; Celebration
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Friedlander, Lauren.
"Spending the day in front of the mirror".
Degree: BA, Theater, 2011, Oberlin College Honors Theses
► In this paper, I analyze the processes my group of collaborators and…
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▼ In this paper, I analyze the processes my group of collaborators and I underwent in direction, production, collaboration, acting, and writing in order to perform my original solo performance piece, JOHN.
Advisors/Committee Members: Wright, Matthew.
Subjects: Theater; Theater Studies
Keywords: Theatre; JOHN; direction; production; collaboration; acting; writing
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Gaeng, Jenny.
Negotiating Comedy and Rape Culture in Gina Gionfriddo’s After Ashley.
Degree: BA, Theater, 2011, Oberlin College Honors Theses
► Introduction and Background: A summary of the play’s genesis and important themes,…
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▼ Introduction and Background: A summary of the play’s genesis and important themes, including an introduction to the production’s goals – Interpretation- An explication of rape culture in the play, including my personal point of view on its themes and message, and the application of my research to the text – Aesthetic Intent: A description of the stylistic choices unique to this production, namely the use of video projection, and an explanation of its purpose – Script Analysis: A scene-by-scene description of the play’s events as applied to the overall arc and important themes – The Process: A summary of casting, rehearsals, and technical preparation and execution – Reflection: An account of the performances and talkbacks, including audience feedback and an assessment of the production’s success – On a Personal Note – APPENDIX: A Beat-by-Beat Breakdown of the Script – Bibliography.
Advisors/Committee Members: Moser, Paul.
Subjects: Gender; Gender Studies; Literature; Mass Media; Multimedia Communications; Performing Arts; Theater; Womens Studies
Keywords: After Ashley; play; rape culture; comedy; performance; production
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Gavia, Mieko.
Mieko Gavia : The Dog Project.
Degree: BA, Theater, 2011, Oberlin College Honors Theses
► This thesis chronicles my journey with my original theatrical piece, Dog, from…
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▼ This thesis chronicles my journey with my original theatrical piece, Dog, from inception to the end of its Oberlin College run, and includes a reflection of my experience and ideas for the future of the piece. I will provide both sociological and literary context for several important aspects of the show, as well as personal reflections on the process and discoveries made therein.
Advisors/Committee Members: Jackson-Smith, Caroline.
Subjects: African Americans; Asian American Studies; Black History; Ethnic Studies; Hispanic Americans; Latin American Studies; Mental Health; Minority and Ethnic Groups; Native Americans; Performing Arts; Theater; Womens Studies
Keywords: multiracial; race; mixed race; theater; original theater; interracial relationship; depression; bipolar; mental illness; race; play; mental health; playwright
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