Trans Embodiments: Examining Casting Practices in Educational Theater Settings, 2022
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
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Dates
- 2022
Creator
- Taub, Han (Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
76 pages (76 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"This paper explores how casting practices in educational theater programs, and the resulting experiences, shape gender identity development for transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming adolescents. To examine this question, I interviewed four transgender and non-binary adolescents who participated as actors in educational theater programs. A two-part thematic analysis was conducted on the interview data; themes surrounding identity discovery, identity negotiation, and responsibility/accountability emerged from these interviews. In all cases, the data implies that theatrical experiences impacted gender identity development during adolescence. I make recommendations for future educational practice that tie to reflective, critical pedagogy and concrete strategies for moving forward in educational theater programs." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01D Performing Arts
Physical Description
76 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
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