Circus in winter

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Authors
Spahr, Erin N.
Advisor
Zimmerman, Christie L.
Issue Date
2012-05-07
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Thesis (B.?.)
Department
Honors College
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Abstract

The Circus in Winter is a novel written by Hoosier author Cathy Day that follows a circus as it is winter quartered in Lima, IN. Two years ago, I was one of fourteen students that worked collaboratively to adapt this book into a musical. Through researching circus acts, musicals, and movement qualities, I created the choreography for this production that premiered in University Theatre on September 29th. 2011 at Ball State University. To create a heart wrenching story that follows stableman and circus owner Wallace Porter, movement and choreography were created to connect the script and music for a cohesive and poignant production.