Portraying The Role Of Giuseppe Zangara In Sondheim's Assassins

Author

Casey Paradies

Date of Award

January 2012

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Theatre Arts

First Advisor

Emily Cherry

Abstract

This thesis is a look at the process an actor goes through in creating a fictional character based on a historical person. It is not intended to be a guide for other actors but instead a look at the work of one particular actor in portraying Giuseppe Zangara in Sondheim and Weidman's Assassins. This thesis consists of historical research, character and script analysis, as well as a personal reflection of the performance.

Recommended Citation

Paradies, Casey, "Portraying The Role Of Giuseppe Zangara In Sondheim's Assassins" (2012). Theses and Dissertations. 1265.
https://commons.und.edu/theses/1265