Abstract
This article explores challenges faced by academic theatre departments when evaluating artistic and creative work for promotion and tenure. Drawing on a survey of diverse institutions and analysis of institutional documents, the discussion contrasts scholarship oriented expectations with the practice focused contributions of directors designers and actors, particularly holders of the MFA degree. It identifies administrative misconceptions about the MFA, inconsistent criteria for creative activity, and limited acceptance of departmental productions as scholarly equivalents. Patterns of tenure success across design technical acting directing and history criticism areas demonstrate unequal recognition of artistic achievement. The article concludes that transparent evaluation guidelines, inclusive review procedures, and calibrated external assessments are essential for equitable recognition of creative scholarship and the sustained vitality of theatre programs.
Recommended Citation
Kloth, Kenneth
(1991)
"Problems In Recognition of Artistic and Creative Work in Academic Theatre Departments,"
Association for Communication Administration Bulletin: Vol. 75, Article 11.
Available at:
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/aca/vol75/iss1/11
