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Creating Character Through Costume: The Costume Design Process for Small Mouth Sounds
Full text linkAs people, we use our appearance to convey ourselves for others to see. This concept pertains to Theatre Arts as well. In theatre, the costume designer creates costumes, or appearance, of a character. The job is to curate a perception of the character that matches the director’s vision. To achieve this, there is a process. Every designer’s different. I chose to document this process, leading to the creation of my thesis. I designed Bess Wohl’s Small Mouth Sounds. Unlike many, this play has minimal dialogue. Without the aid of character dialogue, my costume choices had to express the personality of the six characters. The rigorous design process is too large to cover in the world of an abstract. However, it is spoken about, in detail, in my process paper: a personal recollection of my process, and thoughts, throughout my costume design journey. This consists of an explanation of my process, from analysis to conceptualization, to final costume. Paired with my personal commentary on my findings and thinking for each stage of the process. Imagery, from early sketches to finalized renderings, even the accredited stage photography of the final costumes is included in the form of a digital portfolio. This collection of images will provide insight into my rapidly evolving designs, with yes, even more commentary, as I gained a better understanding of both the world of the play, and the world of costuming.Theatre and Speech Communicatio
George Chakoutis and Tim Deegan
Full text linkGeorge Chakoutis and Tim Deegan are lifelong friends born in 1965 and grew up in the same working-class neighborhood of East Lynn. In 1983, George graduated from Lynn English and Deegan Lynn Technical High School. George reminisces about gay bars such as Josephs, Marco Marco, and the Gay Blade, and became the owner of the beloved 47 Central, which had several different incarnations between 1999 and 2013. Their joint interview was conducted in December 2023 at a 47 Central Reunion organized by George in Olde Thyme Italian restaurant. Both men discuss coming of age in an era of closeted homosexuality and violence directed at gay men. They talk about the AIDS crisis of the 1980s and their activism and fundraising to assist the gay community
Melinda Wilson
Full text linkMelinda Wilson is a much-beloved drag performer born in Pittsburgh, raised in Detroit, a longtime transplant to Lynn in the 1980s and 1990s, and a current resident of Manchester, NH. Before coming to Lynn, Melinda moved to Boston in 1978, where she began performing at Jacques Cabaret. Her interview was conducted in December 2023 at a 47 Central Reunion organized by George Chakoutis in Olde Thyme Italian restaurant. She discusses the challenges of growing up as a poor, gay black boy in segregated Detroit, where one could be arrested for failing to wear three articles of male clothing. She found herself and her passion for drag at Fran’s Place and 47 Central
Recovery Centers of America: Tracking Compliances
No full textTracking COWS, CIWA, and Nursing Flow Sheets each shift and providing regular staff training are crucial steps towards providing high-quality care and improving recovery outcomes at the Recovery Centers of America in Danvers. By accurately tracking patient information and providing regular training to healthcare staff on the use of tracking tools, the healthcare team can work collaboratively to ensure that patients receive timely, appropriate care. This improved tracking and staff training can help ensure that patients receive the highest level of care possible and can lead to positive recovery outcomes. The Recovery Centers of America in Danvers are committed to serving their patients with the utmost care and compassion, and these steps contribute to achieving this goal
Navigating ASD: Fostering Mental Health in Adolescents with ASD: Tailored Workshops for Emotional Regulation and Social Flourishing
No full textThis project is a mock proposal to create a workshop that aims to allow children with ASD to improve emotional regulation during social interactions and well-being. The goal is to hold workshops that enhance participants’ emotional regulation, coping skills, and stress management, in order to enhance quality of life. This creates support, improves inclusivity, and develops social skills for those with ASD. Limited attention spans and sensory sensitivities are taken into account by incorporating engaging activities and a sensory-friendly environment. The workshop requires research to create curriculum, implementation, and collecting data on progress. Comparing before and after data results is beneficial to show the positive impact of these tailored emotional regulation programs on children with ASD
Resistance to the Academy: A Call to be a Disrupter
Full text linkThis personal narrative provides an account of my path to academia as a Black woman. I recall the initial hesitation and resistance that I battled as a result of my observations, experiences, and uncertainty about my place in the academy. I discuss my non-traditional approach to securing a tenure-track position and how I have come to view my role and my presence within academia as a form of resistance to and disruption of racism. In this personal narrative, I present strategies that I have used to thrive despite racism and oppression, in addition to the challenges posed due to the pandemic. I also highlight the importance of amplifying the voices of Black women and women of color within the literature