Call for Papers

Baylor Journal of Theatre and Performance

Volume 3.1, Spring 2006

"Harmonies of the Soul"

Music and dancing are a significant part of religious practice and
spiritual expression. The Baylor Journal of Theatre and Performance
seeks submissions for its upcoming issue dedicated to the topic of the
place of music and movement in faith-based performances. Religious
rituals have often contained significant musical and dance components.
How do these activities help negotiate the place of religion in culture?
How do matters of spiritual faith, philosophy, and practice permeate the
dramatic stage? We are especially interested in articles that address
music and movement related to a variety of faith/spiritual traditions
from around the world. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

* The use of music and dance/choreographed movement in the
religious rituals of different faiths and cultures

* Plays that explore the use of music and dancing for spiritual
purposes

* Plays that use music and dance to explore a religious group's
history or identity.

* The role of music and dance in any other historical
moment/culture where the religious establishment played a significant
role in dramatic production

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The journal seeks scholarly articles, book and performance reviews,
interviews, play scripts, and biographical profiles (of less-known but
significant figures) related to the featured topic. These can be
submitted in electronic format only to the editor Carolyn Roark at
bjtp_at_baylor.edu. Inquiries regarding submission and subscription may be
directed to the editor, and additional information, including submission
guidelines and a style sheet, may be found at www.baylor.edu/bjtp.
Baylor Journal of Theatre and Performance is index by the MLA
International Bibliography

Deadline for Submission is May 30, 2005.

Carolyn D. Roark, PhD

Editor, Baylor Journal of Theatre and Performance

Dept. of Theatre Arts

One Bear Place, Box 97262

Waco, Tx 76798-7262

(254)710-6452

Carolyn_Roark_at_baylor.edu

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