Date of Graduation

5-2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts in Theatre (MFA)

Degree Level

Graduate

Department

Theatre

Advisor/Mentor

Landman, Michael S.

Committee Member

Frank, Kate L.

Second Committee Member

Walch, John S.

Keywords

Dark comedy; Director's journal; Dramaturgy; God of Carnage; Theatre directing; Yasmina Reza

Abstract

In this paper, I detail my involvement directing Yasmina Réza's God of Carnage as my thesis show. This paper comprehensively covers every stage of the production process, beginning with pre-production tasks such as selecting a title, holding auditions, conducting research, and analyzing the script. It also encompasses the production procedures, including design meetings, rehearsals, tech week, and performances, before concluding with post-production activities such as self-reflection and analyzing audience feedback. Furthermore, I discuss the various insights I've gained about theatre practice over my four-year program in terms of acting, directing, and producing. This paper also serves as an intropective journey, allowing me to examine my development as a theatre director throughout my career.

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