The Alexander Technique: Embodied Functionality, 2024
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.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2024
Creator
- Hallal, Lauren (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
115 pages
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"This study investigated the impacts, benefits, and limitations Alexander Technique lessons have on college students inside and outside of theater training. I identified and extracted themes, keywords, and commonalities in experiences using qualitative interviews and in-lesson recordings. The data collected was analyzed using the intersections of A.T., body functionality, and the dimensions of embodied experience as defined by Niva Piran's Developmental Theory of Embodiment. The results demonstrate that participants experienced positive shifts in their embodied experiences, which offered body connection and comfort, agency, functionality, attuned self- care, and inhabiting the body as a subjective site. A.T. lessons benefited students outside theater training, similar to mindfulness techniques. This study suggests that A.T. could be a much- needed addition to burgeoning wellness offerings across college campuses to help meet the rising demand in the mental health crises on college campuses." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01D Performing Arts
Physical Description
115 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu