Presentation Brothers College

September 2020
SBA #1: Research Paper
Guidelines
The Research Paper examines the involvement of individuals in the development of
theatre in the region. It provides insight into the lives and experiences of those who have
made significant contributions to drama, dance and technical theatre or cultural
performance on various levels.

These written projects will help to develop the interviewing and analytical skills of
students, while providing them with a better understanding and a greater appreciation
of theatre practitioners and productions. Students are encouraged to work in groups.

The Research Paper must:

1. Be about any one of the following: a cultural or theatre practitioner, a cultural

institution or cultural/folk group, Dance Company, Theatre Company, Technical
Production Company, or a venue of Historical and Cultural significance
2. Be no more than 500 words in length
3. Include a content page
4. Include (an accurate) bibliography
5. Include one interview
6. Include evidence of research and supporting materials which can include
photographs, newspaper clippings, and significant objects/words
7. Include personal evaluations/reflections
8. Include a reflective creative piece. This piece must be informed by
experience/information gathered/evaluated during the research process. This
may include but not limited to any one of the following: a poem, song, cartoon,
short video clip
 9. Include personal reflections and evaluations.

Candidates will be penalised for plagiarism – the wholesale

inclusion of Internet information to their project; copying of one
another’s work. Teachers are expected to guide students through
their process. It is recommended that candidates be provided
with the assessment criteria before commencing the SBA
projects.