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Robert LangView profile

Professor

• Music Education
• Music Theory
• Opera History
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Prof. Dr. Robert Lang is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Natural Sciences at Ludwigsburg University of Education. He holds academic roles in multiple committees including the General Committee for Studies and Teaching, QM Steering Group, and the SPA Bachelor's program in Cultural and Media Education. His research focuses on music education, music theory pedagogy, and interdisciplinary approaches in art and music teaching. He completed his doctorate in musicology at the Berlin University of the Arts, specializing in Neapolitan opera of the 19th century. Lang has extensive teaching experience at institutions like the Berlin University of the Arts and the University of Bielefeld. His work emphasizes empirical studies in music education, digital media integration, and cross-disciplinary projects. Notable awards include the Comenius EduMedia Medal 2007 for his contributions to educational materials. His publications span music theory pedagogy, opera history, and interdisciplinary teaching methods. Key themes include empirical research in music education practices, the role of digital tools, and bridging music with other disciplines such as art and language. He is actively involved in textbook development and curriculum design for music education at various academic levels.

AristotleView profile

Professor

• Philosophy
• Metaphysics
• Logic
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Aristotle (384–322 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and polymath, renowned as a founder of formal logic, creator of the Lyceum, and a pivotal figure in ancient science and philosophy. He served as a professor and head of the Lyceum in Athens, where he taught disciplines spanning natural philosophy, metaphysics, ethics, and politics. His works, including Metaphysics , Nicomachean Ethics , and Prior Analytics , laid foundational frameworks for Western philosophy, emphasizing empirical observation and deductive reasoning. Educational Background: Studied under Plato at the Academy in Athens (367–347 BCE). Key Contributions: Developed concepts like the Four Causes, virtue ethics, and syllogistic logic. His scientific inquiries covered biology, astronomy, and physics, blending empirical study with theoretical analysis. Research Interests: Aristotle’s work bridged philosophy and science. He emphasized observation in biology and physics, proposed a geocentric cosmos, and analyzed ethical virtues. His logical works formalized syllogisms, while his metaphysics explored being, change, and causality. His legacy includes foundational treatises on logic, ethics, and natural sciences, influencing medieval scholarship and modern scientific thought.

Farrell O’GormanView profile

Professor

• American Literature
• Irish Literature
• Creative Writing

Dr. Farrell O’Gorman is a Professor of English and Chair of the English department at Belmont Abbey College. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame. His research focuses on American and Irish literature, with a particular emphasis on Catholic themes, Gothic narratives, and the intersection of literature with cultural and moral questions. He teaches courses on American literature, Christianity and culture, and creative writing, including a May intensive study abroad program on Ireland. His scholarly work explores topics such as Flannery O’Connor’s legacy, Cormac McCarthy’s narrative techniques, and the cultural significance of Southern Gothic literature. He has published extensively, including monographs like Catholicism and American Borders in the Gothic Literary Imagination (2017) and Peculiar Crossroads: Flannery O’Connor, Walker Percy, and Catholic Vision in Postwar Southern Fiction (2004). His articles analyze themes like eugenics rhetoric, radical individualism, and the role of religion in shaping literary narratives. Dr. O’Gorman serves as the Southeast regional representative for the National Conference on Christianity & Literature and represents Belmont Abbey College in the Lilly Fellows Program network. He emphasizes the humanities’ role in addressing life’s profound questions and fostering intellectual engagement through literature.

Holly OrdwayView profile

Visiting Professor

• Apologetics
• Literary Studies
• Medieval Literature
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Holly Ordway is a Visiting Professor of Apologetics at the School of Christian Thought at Houston Christian University (HCU). She holds a PhD in English from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, alongside MA degrees in Christian Apologetics (Biola University) and English (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), and a BA in English from UMass Amherst. Her research and teaching focus on cultural and imaginative apologetics , particularly literary apologetics and the works of the Inklings (e.g., Tolkien and C.S. Lewis). She lectures internationally on topics such as medieval literature, modern cultural trends, and apologetic methodologies. Her current book project, Tolkien’s Modern Sources: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle Ages , explores intersections between medieval and modern influences in Tolkien’s work. Dr. Ordway’s publications include books like Apologetics and the Christian Imagination (2017) and Not God’s Type (2014), as well as peer-reviewed chapters analyzing Arthurian sources for the Inklings, Shakespearean drama, and Lewis’s poetic contributions. She serves as Charles Williams Subject Editor for the Journal of Inklings Studies and has contributed to Christianity Today , Books & Culture , and other journals. She actively engages in Christian intellectual communities, including judging for Christianity Today’s Book of the Year award (Apologetics category). Her teaching portfolio spans courses like Creative Writing and Apologetics and Advanced Apologetics Thesis , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to faith and reason.

Susan L. O'HaraView profile

Professor

• Renaissance Literature
• Shakespearean Studies
• Chaucer Studies
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Susan L. O'Hara is a Professor of English at Georgian Court University within the School of Arts, Sciences, and Education. Her teaching focuses on Shakespeare, Chaucer, and British and American literature surveys. She has held leadership roles such as Chair of the English Department and Director of the University Honors Program. Ph.D., English, Rutgers University M.A., English, Rutgers University B.A., English (summa cum laude), University of Pittsburgh O'Hara's research centers on Renaissance literature, particularly the works of Mary Wroth and Aemilia Lanyer, examining intersections of performance, gender, and manuscript studies. She explores collaborative learning methodologies and their impact on writing pedagogy. Her recent publications and conference presentations highlight Renaissance drama, women's authorship, and collaborative revision strategies. She received a Georgian Court University Sabbatical in Spring 2017 to advance her research.

David EasleyView profile

Professor

• Popular Music Analysis
• Hardcore Punk Rock
• Operas of Giuseppe Verdi
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David Easley, Ph.D., is a Professor of Music in the Music department at Oklahoma City University, specializing in Music Theory. His research focuses on analyzing recorded popular music, particularly American hardcore punk rock (1978–86), and the operas of Giuseppe Verdi. He has presented work at national/international conferences and published on topics like guitar riffs in punk, vocal production, and Verdi's tonality. Easley has held adjunct roles at Florida State University, St. Louis Community College, and Louisiana State University as a Teaching Assistant. His teaching philosophy emphasizes critical thinking and lifelong learning through diverse musical styles. He is currently engaged in a sabbatical project to revamp music theory pedagogy and curriculum design. Easley’s blog explores his research in Verdi, punk rock, and pedagogy, with a focus on accessibility and student engagement. Education & Previous Roles: Ph.D. in Music (implied via roles, though specific institution not stated) Adjunct Instructor, Florida State University (2010) Teaching Assistant, Florida State University (2007–2010) Adjunct Instructor, St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley (2006–2007) Teaching Assistant, Louisiana State University (2003–2005) Research Interests: Analysis of punk rock recordings and cultural context Application of literary/critical theory to Verdi’s operas Musical form, vocal production, and spatial attributes in recordings Teaching & Pedagogy: Easley’s courses include Theory/Aural Skills, Pop/Rock/Musical Theater Analysis, and pedagogy-focused projects. His sabbatical (Spring 2024) aims to overhaul theory curricula using critical pedagogy and assessment strategies. Labs/Teams: His sabbatical work involves collaborative efforts to redesign music theory sequences, emphasizing student-centered learning and practical application.

• Latin Literature
• Roman Drama
• Neronian Literature
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Dr. Erica Bexley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University. Her research focuses on Roman drama (tragedy and comedy), Neronian literature, and the intersection of performance studies with ancient texts. She holds a PhD from an Australian/U.S. institution and has held prior appointments at the University of Cambridge and Swansea University before joining Durham in 2017. Education: PhD in Classics from an Australian/U.S. institution (not explicitly named) Undergraduate training with early involvement in classical theater productions Research Interests: Senecan tragedy and its philosophical underpinnings Roman comedy's theatrical dynamics (Plautus/Terence) Neronian literary culture and its political context Performance theory applied to ancient texts Stoic philosophy's influence on Seneca's work Her monograph Seneca's Characters (2022) explores fictional identity in Senecan tragedy, while her edited volume Roman Law and Latin Literature (2022) bridges legal and literary analysis. She collaborates on projects tracing Seneca's political thought into Early Modern political theory. Teaching & Outreach: Supervises PhD students Fani Goutsiou and Katerina Gottardo Offers public lectures on topics like 'Theater in Ancient Rome' and 'Neronian Rome's Culture' Current research includes a monograph on repetition in Roman drama and a collaborative project on Senecan autonomy theory's postclassical legacy.

• Ancient Greek Tragedy
• Classical Reception Studies
• Ancient Greek Performance
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Dr Lucy Jackson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at Durham University, affiliated with the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies. Her research focuses on ancient Greek tragedy, satyr plays, and comedy in the Classical period (500-323 BCE), alongside their reception in early modern and contemporary periods. She explores intersections between performance theory, textual transmission, and cultural memory, particularly regarding choral performance in antiquity and its adaptations across time. Her work bridges classical scholarship and early modern literature, analyzing how Greek drama influenced Renaissance translations and university performances. Notable publications include The Chorus of Drama in the Fourth Century BCE (2019) and articles on Nicholas Grimald’s 16th-century translations of Euripides. Recent research emphasizes kinaesthetic empathy in Plato’s Laws and pedagogical uses of Latin drama in Renaissance schools. Doctoral supervision topics: 20th/21st-century Greek drama receptions, musical performance contexts, and cross-cultural adaptations Key areas: Performance theory, reception studies, ancient musicology, early modern translation practices She advises three postgraduate students and contributes to classical outreach initiatives. Her work frequently intersects with interdisciplinary fields like theatre studies and cultural history.

Helena HammondView profile

Research Fellow

• Dance Studies
• Cultural Studies
• History
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Helena Hammond is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Dance at the University of Roehampton. She holds a DPhil from Oxford University and specializes in dance studies, cultural history, and philosophy. Her research interrogates intersections between dance, history, and political theory, with a focus on poststructuralist and Foucauldian frameworks. Key affiliations include the Society for Dance Research, British Australian Studies Association, and editorial roles for journals such as Platform . Her consultancy work includes roles with the Central School of Ballet and Leverhulme Trust. Research interests span dance historiography, neoliberalism's impact on artistic labor, and choreo-philosophical critiques. Notable works include analyses of ballet's historical narratives (e.g., MacMillan's Manon ), Disney's Maleficent as a Cynic philosophy critique, and Bourbon Neapolitan state imagery. Recent publications (2013–2020) emphasize interdisciplinary approaches linking performance, history, and political thought. Recipient of the Anthony Denning Award (2016) and Selma Jeanne Cohen Lectureship (2010), she has delivered keynote lectures and peer reviews. Current projects explore dance as a medium for historical representation and the ethics of neoliberal precarity. Professional activities include PhD supervision (e.g., The Capacity to be Alone in the Presence of Media Devices ), conference presentations on ballet history, and engagement in academic workshops on memory studies.

• Contemporary Opera Productions
• Performance Studies
• Theatre Direction
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Benjamin Davis is a Lecturer at the Wales Academy of Voice & Dramatic Arts (WAVDA) within the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. He holds a PhD from Cardiff University School of Music and serves as an Associate Researcher there. His academic roles include teaching modules like 'The Business of Opera' and co-organizing interdisciplinary workshops with WNO and CIRO. Davis has over 20 years of professional experience as an opera director, specializing in contemporary productions such as the International Opera Award-winning Written On Skin and the UK premiere of As One . Education: PhD (Cardiff University), MA (Goldsmiths’ College), BA (University of York) Key Roles: Freelance Opera Director, Stage Director for WNO (2001-2012), Guest Lecturer at Royal Welsh College His research focuses on performance as orienteering, practice-led methodologies, and liminality in performance. Recent work includes digital productions like Bhekizizwe and collaborative projects blending traditional and contemporary performance practices. Notable contributions include articles on staging techniques in Ariodante and The Queen of Spades , and a practice-based doctoral study on realism in contemporary opera. He has presented at academic conferences on topics like operatic acting methodologies and dialogical performance frameworks.

• Film Studies
• American Literature
• Detective Films
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Francis Mason is a Senior Lecturer in Film Studies and American Studies at the University of Winchester's School of Humanities. He holds a PhD in Postmodernist American Literature from the University of Southampton and specializes in film genres (notably crime, science fiction, and postmodernist culture), postmodernist literature, and cyberculture. His research explores intersections between technology, narrative, and social themes. His notable works include The Historical Dictionary of Postmodernist Literature and Theater and Gangster Films , a key entry in the Oxford Bibliographies series. Mason teaches modules like 'American Crime Fiction' and 'Film History,' emphasizing critical engagement with cultural and historical contexts. His publications span academic books, peer-reviewed articles, and edited volumes, reflecting his expertise in genre analysis, film history, and interdisciplinary studies.

• Theatre-in-the-round
• Early Modern Drama
• Digital Pedagogy
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Dr Henry Bell is a Senior Lecturer at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS), School of Business and Creative Industries. Previously, he held a Senior Lecturer position at Sheffield Hallam University (2016–2021) and worked in professional theatre directing and applied theatre practice. He completed a practice-based PhD at Hull University (2016) on in-the-round Shakespeare performance reception among schoolchildren. His expertise includes Theatre-in-the-round, Early Modern Drama, Digital Pedagogy, and anti-discrimination methodologies. Education : PhD (Hull University, 2016), MA Staging Shakespeare (Exeter University), BA Drama (Hull University). Research Focus : Inter-cultural Shakespeare pedagogy, Digital Early Modern Performance, Theatre-in-the-round history, and creative anti-discrimination practices. Co-founded the De-Centred Shakespeares Network with global collaborators. His work integrates academic research with professional theatre experience, such as co-authoring The Theatre of Laura Wade (2026) and developing YTT Performance Methodology for refugee engagement. External roles include External Examiner at the University of Leeds (2023–2026) and University of Essex (2019–2023). Grants and Collaborations : Partnered with War Childhood Museum (Sarajevo), Act for Change, and Sanaak Shakesepare Naatak Company. Developed anti-discrimination training with Dr Sunita Toor for Indian police. Teaching : Modules include Practice: Text-Based, Cross Media Collaboration, and Creative Research Project. Key projects include Pericles on the Sea (multi-continent digital performance) and Lockdown Shakespeares (transnational workshop series).

• British Television Drama
• Northern Identity Representation
• Transmedial Adaptation
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Gill Jamieson is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Business and Creative Industries, University of the West of Scotland. She holds a PhD from 2001 focusing on screen space dynamics in television. Her research spans British television drama, Northern identity representation, transmedial adaptation between literature/film/TV, and costume design analysis in series like The Paradise and Mr Selfridge . She also explores film noir and crime cinema, including fan cultures at events like the Noir City festival. Education: PhD in Screen Space Dynamics (2001) Current research examines the interplay of politics, society, and communities in British TV dramas such as Happy Valley , Downton Abbey , and Mr Selfridge . She actively contributes to academic journals like Journal of Popular Television and Journal of Film, Fashion & Consumption . Her media engagement includes analyses for The Conversation on topics ranging from Succession to The Wicker Man 's cultural legacy. She participates in public lectures, film festivals, and academic seminars, including the Transatlantic Literary Women Series and Ayr Student Film Festival advisory roles.

Sergio Lo GattoView profile

Researcher

• Online Theatre Criticism
• Digital Philosophies in Performing Arts
• Contemporary Dramaturgy
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Sergio Lo Gatto is a fixed-term researcher in Performing Arts at Link Campus University, Rome. He teaches at Sapienza University of Rome, the University of Bologna, and the National Academy of Dramatic Arts 'Silvio d'Amico'. His work focuses on online theatre criticism methodologies, digital philosophies, and the application of acting techniques in educational and cultural contexts. He collaborates with institutions including Emilia Romagna Teatro ERT, Fondazione Teatro Nazionale, Romaeuropa Festival, and Rai Radio3. As a curator and dramaturg, he contributes to Union des Théâtres de l'Europe and edits the LINEA series for Luca Sossella editor. His research engages with European theatre mobility projects and spectator training initiatives across Italy and Europe. Publications include works on digital criticism, experimental theatre, and Rome's contemporary stage landscapes. He translates key texts in performance studies and actively participates in editorial roles for journals like 'Conflict Zones Reviews' and 'Teatro e Critica'.

Lisa KellyView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Television Studies
• Media Industry Policy
• Global Entertainment Formats
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Dr. Lisa Kelly is a Senior Lecturer in Theatre, Film & Television Studies at the University of Glasgow. Her work focuses on television production, media industry frameworks, and gender representation in creative fields. She holds a BA from Glasgow Caledonian University and advanced degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Screen and Television Studies from the University of Glasgow. Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication & Mass Media Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Screen Studies Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Television Studies Research interests include global entertainment formats, screen talent development, and media policy. Notable projects include studies on the UK Film Council and gender dynamics in media industries. She has received grants for investigating Scotland’s screen industries and creative labor practices. Key publications include The Rise and Fall of the UK Film Council (2015) and The Television Entrepreneurs (2012). Current research explores gender equity in onscreen and behind-the-scenes roles. Principal Investigator: Outlander Content Tourism (2016-2017) RSE Research Workshops Grant (2013-2014) Supervises PhD students in television studies, labor practices, and media policy. Teaches courses ranging from foundational film history to advanced television genre analysis. Active in professional roles: Board Member at GMAC Film and co-founder of the EDI Lab.