Outline the proposed performance research topic (no more than two pages) and how you will address all
or some of the following areas (you may add more areas, as well):
• Why do you think this performance piece has Jewish cultural themes in it?
• What message, using these Jewish cultural themes, does the performance artist/writer want to tell their
audience?
• What is the history of the performance piece – both in the historical context that it may be depicting; and
what is the history of the performance piece?
• What is the performing artist or creator’s background and identity?
• How is the performance artist/creator’s identity part of the piece
• Does this piece have an impact on the field of performance/theatre/film (etc.) overall?
• What is the artistic (aesthetic) sensibility of the piece and how does it contribute to the Jewishness in it?
IMPORTANT: You MUST also include a list of books, articles, and sources (not all “online,” meaning
some must come from a library) you will be consulting for your research.