Date of Graduation
2015
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Type
MFA
College
College of Creative Arts
Department
Acting and Directing
Committee Chair
Lee Blair
Committee Co-Chair
Alan McEwen
Committee Member
Jessica Morgan Bishop
Abstract
"...all anyone wants anymore are memoirs. And I'm not saying, I think it's an interesting form, I'm as curious about the inside of my own brain as anyone but please!" -Douglas, Seminar..;The following document delineates the process of undertaking my thesis role of Kate from Theresa Rebeck's Seminar for West Virginia University's fall production in the Gladys Davis Theatre. The process will examine the themes and fervors of the play as contrived through the ideals and desires of a young writer in the modern fiction world. It will illustrate the research I have collected from the vast world of fiction literature (classical and contemporary) and the process of creating this fiction, as well as visual art that inspired the molding of Kate's perspective. The usage of free associative journaling and action rooted in Sanford Meisner's technique will serve as the base of the rehearsal process. Assessments of discoveries made and audience reaction through the run of the show will be included, as well as a sincere evaluation of the progress made in my venture.
Recommended Citation
Taylor, Brianne N., "Imagination, Cultivation, Creation: An exploration of a customized acting process and personalization of Theresa Rebeck's "Seminar"" (2015). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 6780.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/6780