Browsing Honors College by Author "Theatre and Dance"
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Artificial Light Project
Simons, Margaret (East Carolina University, 2020-05-04)As a choreographer, one of my biggest inspirations comes from observing and experiencing human interactions. For my Senior Choreography project, I wanted to explore a couple types of human interactions through dance. The ... -
B b O a N r E e S: A Multimedia Installation
Gill, Kristalyn (East Carolina University, 2017-05-03)Deterioration is a process that contains the potentiality to catalyze the unique unification of detached associations. Deterioration affects how a tangible or abstract object can serve an alternative purpose despite its ... -
Dramaturgy and Its Effect on Theatrical Productions and Scriptwriting
Blackburn, Reagan Michelle (East Carolina University, 2022-12-14)I have loved the world of theatre for as long as I can remember. My father first saw my mother when she was acting in a play, so I also sort of owe my life to theatre. However, my love boils down to one thing: I believe ... -
Human: An Exploration of the Scientific and Socio-Cultural Factors that Influence What it Means to be Human
Piggott, Megan (East Carolina University, 2019-05-03)Theatre is a constantly evolving art form. Whereas two hundred years ago plays told the stories of the trials and tribulations of the elite ruling class, today’s shows are moving toward a focus of telling truthful human ... -
I am but a rubberband
Bailey, Elizabeth Renee (East Carolina University, 2023-05-15)To create a meaningful and impactful project for the dance community, one must be in touch with their creative mind, which means letting your raw emotions take the forefront and logic or rationale on the back burner. I ... -
IN FRONT OF AND BEHIND THE TABLE: A CREATIVE ENDEAVOR IN MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE
Weddle, Kaitlin Sarah (East Carolina University, 2018-05-04)I’ve wanted to be a musical theatre performer since I was a little girl. I loved to sing and dance and play pretend, and being able to study what I love is an utter blessing. I’ve learned that in order to accomplish what ... -
InclusivECU: Promoting Inclusivity, Understanding, and Education
Caras, Emily Maria (East Carolina University, 2023-05-04)InclusivECU is a student-led group that has set a goal to increase understanding, diversity, and inclusivity for all students that are pursuing higher education. This problem was identified, and a solution developed through ... -
Lovable Lunatic: The Life & Lyrics of Dorothy Fields
Piner, Talen Reid (East Carolina University, 2018-05-01)There are not enough artistic pieces that celebrate and feature powerful women. In addition, the number of men cast in most theatrical productions usually double the number of women: the production 1776, produced here at ... -
Lovable Lunatic: The Life and Lyrics of Dorothy Fields
Leach, Caitlyn Joyce (East Carolina University, 2018-05-01)There are not enough artistic pieces that celebrate and feature powerful women. In addition, the number of men cast in most theatrical productions usually double the number of women: the production 1776, produced here at ... -
Mourning Sun
McDonnell, Ashley E (East Carolina University, 2021-05-28)The original idea for this work came from a period of self-reflection, specifically during this past summer where life as we knew it shifted dramatically. I have had a passion for the arts, in all forms, for as long as I ... -
Non-Secular Selections
Bowers, Haven G (East Carolina University, 2023-12-15)“Non-Secular Selections” came about because I felt there needed to be a distinct study of what playwrights have to say about religion and faith. I spent the semester studying a multitude of plays where religious themes are ... -
PERFORMING IN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE – SHARING WINTER FAIRY TALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Palmer, Brooke Patrice (East Carolina University, 2021-04-23)Ever since elementary school, something has drawn me to American Sign Language. The concept of communicating with your hands, body, and facial expressions has always interested me. It was not until college I realized it ... -
reFRACTion: A Performance Piece Exploring the Reflection of the Psyche’s Inner Turmoil through Movement and Poetry
McKee, Lauren (East Carolina University, 2021-04-23)Growing up, I was always creative and outgoing. I wanted to be a part of everything. Because of this, I was able to experience and cultivate multiple passions. When it was time to create my Honors Thesis, I was excited ... -
She Kills Monsters Prop Design
Webb, Alex (East Carolina University, 2022-05-06)Prop design for a theoretical production of the play She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen. This includes the processes of analyses, research, design, drafting, budgeting, and construction. -
STUDENT PRODUCED THEATRE PROJECTS: A VITAL ASPECT OF COLLEGIATE THEATRE
Fillette, Brandon (East Carolina University, 2016-04-29)Theatre business professionals are a close-knit community of people. It is nearly certain that every college theatre major knows another student studying theatre at a different college or university. Most college level ... -
Student-Produced Theatre Projects: A Vital Aspect of Collegiate Theatre
Johnson, Matthew Blake (East Carolina University, 2016-04-29)Theatre business professionals are a close-knit community of people who run in similar circles. Likewise, it is nearly certain that every college theatre major knows another student studying theatre at a different college ... -
The Emotional Effect of Musical Underscoring in the Play columbinus
Rogers, Jessica (East Carolina University, 2018-05-03)One of the most debated political topics in today’s media is the prominence of school shootings. During a time of discourse, artists typically use this energy to enhance their work and create emotional pieces of art that ... -
What You Will: a Twelfth Night Adaptation
Benson, Brooke Elizabeth (East Carolina University, 2017-04-18)For my Senior Honors Project in ECU’s Honors College, I have adapted and directed Twelfth Night, cut down to only the sub-plot of Antonio and Sebastian, and titled it What You Will (Shakespeare’s alternate title for Twelfth ...