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Katrina Dunn is an Associate Professor in the Department of English, Theatre, Film & Media at the University of Manitoba. Her work bridges academic research and professional theatre practice, focusing on spatial dynamics, ecocritical approaches, and Canadian theatre traditions.
Education:
- PhD (Theatre Studies), University of British Columbia, 2020
- MA (Theatre Studies), University of British Columbia, 2016
- BFA (Theatre), Simon Fraser University, 2010
Research Interests examine intersections between theatrical space and real estate, ecocritical performance, and theatre-fiction relationships. Her 2020 dissertation on Vancouver’s Downtown urban development through theatrical lenses is being expanded into a monograph.
Recent Publications reflect her expertise in pandemic-era digital theatre, spectral storytelling, and aging studies, with contributions to key edited collections and journals. These works emphasize interdisciplinary methodologies and climate crisis engagement.
Scientific Awards include:
- 2024 Meritorious Service Decoration for co-founding PuSh International Performing Arts Festival
- 2022 Richard Plant Award for best English-language long-form article
- 2021 Merit Award for Teaching, Service, and Research from University of Manitoba
- 2021 Best PhD Dissertation Prize from Canadian Studies Network
Katrina actively supervises graduate students and contributes to community engagement as Vice-Chair of Shakespeare in the Ruins, integrating academic rigor with practical theatre innovation.
