Advisor
Schuttler, Mary J.
Committee Member
McNally, Gillian
Department
Theatre Arts and Dance
Institution
University of Northern Colorado
Type of Resources
Text
Place of Publication
Greeley (Colo.)
Publisher
University of Northern Colorado
Date Created
12-1-2012
Genre
thesis
Extent
105 pages
Digital Origin
Born digital
Abstract
This thesis is the culmination of the two-year process of researching, conceptualizing, organizing, rehearsing, directing and producing Neil LaBute’s reasons to be pretty with theatre students from the University of Northern Colorado. The show was performed in March of 2012. The guiding questions for this project included: Why is it important to analyze a character’s internal and external qualities? How can one develop a strong ensemble? What is the role of the media in society’s perception of beauty? How can a successful production with rehearsal limitations be produced? What is it about this material that will keep the actors and the audience engaged? How can one ensure that the audience understands the message of the story? The dramaturgical protocol, prospectus, and prompt book are the support materials for this project. The rehearsal journal and conclusion of this thesis offers an insight of the production process. This thesis details the processes and research utilized to create a powerful evening of theatre.
Degree type
MA
Degree Name
Master
People
LaBute, Neil
Language
English
Local Identifiers
WilsonThesis2012
Rights Statement
Copyright is held by author.
