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Dramaturgy: The Basics
Dramaturgy: the Basics by ISBN: 9780429287466Publication Date: 2022-12-30Dramaturgy: The Basics introduces the art of dramaturgy, explaining how dramaturgy works, what a dramaturg is, and how to appreciate their unique contribution to theatre-making.
Introduction
This guide covers basic principles for using resources in the library - and beyond - to conduct thorough and efficient research for a production. It will help you to develop a deeper understanding of the play you are working with and, ultimately, to cultivate a distinctive and original creative approach of your own.
This diagram illustrates different aspects you can explore when conducting production research.
Acknowledgements
This guide was loosely adapted from the Production Research LibGuide (University of Puget Sound). Diagram courtesy of the University of Puget Sound Library.
October 7 Sesson
Today's session will cover:
- Using the Emory Libraries website as a starting point.
- Determining what kinds of information you need.
- Identifying the best places to look.
- Understanding basic features of Library Search, Emory Libraries catalog.
- Developing a search strategy.
- Analyzing and refining your search results.
- Creating a bibliographic entries in Chicago Manual of Style.
These general skills apply to your research at Emory and for your own purposes.