Sem in Applied Theatre Rsch

(3 Credits)

An advanced seminar which examines the key considerations which drive research activity in applied theatre. Students canvas the territory of applied theatre, the purposes of an applied theatre, and the challenges researchers face when designing, implementing and presenting their applied theatre studies. Students conduct an individualized arts-based research project integrating theory and practice with a focus on social and civic engagement, which may include a supervised internship of at least 25 total hours with a non-profit or community-based organization.