Drama and Theatre Studies PhD
Course Overview - Drama and Theatre Studies PhD
Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, youll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UKs leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments.
Pursue your curiosity and passion to become an expert in your chosen area of drama and theatre studies. At Birmingham, our research interests span contemporary performance, theatre history and historiography, and practice research. Receive expert supervision and develop your specialist knowledge.
<strong>Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, youll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UKs leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments.</strong><br/><br/>Pursue your curiosity and passion to become an expert in your chosen area of drama and theatre studies. At Birmingham, our research interests span contemporary performance, theatre history and historiography, and practice research. Receive expert supervision and develop your specialist knowledge. <br/><br/>We also offer a Drama and Theatre Studies Practice-Based PhD if youd prefer to conduct practice-based research instead of a traditional PhD thesis. <br/><br/>Our Drama and Theatre Studies academics are experts in a wide range of areas. Research specialisms include critical and political analysis of theatre and performances, British theatre, theatre training and practices, live art, and theatre histories.<br/><br/>Whether youre interested in contemporary or historical theatre, you can delve into your chosen area, supported by your supervisors.<br/><br/>If youd prefer to use your creative practice as research, our practical Drama and Theatre Studies - Practice Based PhD might be for you. <br/><br/><br/>• We hold a variety of research seminars and events. Recent events include a performance by actor Paterson Joseph.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from our connections to local and regional theatres including the Royal Shakespeare Company, as well as London theatres.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Research interests in the Department are wide-ranging so you can pursue your drama or theatre studies passions.<br/><br/>
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