School of Liberal and Performing Arts (SLPA)
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The role of VJs in promoting foreign films in Kampala, Uganda: a case study of VJ Jumpers, VJ Moon and S. M. K Kisuule
(Makerere university, 2024)Our dissertation is about the reasons why VJs (Video Jockeys) promote foreign content over local content taking VJ SMK aka Semakulu Edward who works with KBS Television station, VJ Jumpers who works with Top Television ... -
The effect of the physical infrastructure within the Department of Performing Arts and Film, at Makerere University on students’ academic performance
(Makerere University, 2025)The Department of Performing Arts and Film, initially called Department of Music, Dance and Drama (MDD), started in and still operates from two detached former residential houses since 1972. The department dropped its name ... -
The contribution of Tebere Arts Foundation to the development of audio drama in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)My dissertation, titled: The Contribution of Tebere Arts Foundation to the Development of Audio Drama in Kampala, Uganda seeks to understand the nature of audio drama in Uganda today and uses the case study of Tebere Arts ... -
Perceptions of Kadongo kamu music among the youths at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2025)This study examined how the youth at Makerere University perceive Kadongo kamu music. Kadongo kamu is one of the music genres of the Baganda (Central Uganda) and adopts a storytelling style to address topical issues. The ... -
Impact of field attachment on career preparedness of Makerere University music students
(Makerere University, 2025)This study investigated the impact of field attachment experiences on the career preparedness of music students in the Department of Performing Arts at Makerere University. The study involved a sample of current and former ... -
Interrogating artists’ emotional health through dancing and dance musicking
(Makerere University, 2024)The creative process in the performing arts often demands intense emotional engagement, which can significantly impact the mental and emotional well-being of artists. In the Moment of Doing: Interrogating Artists’ Emotional ... -
The impact of technology on songwriting among the youth in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2025)This study examines the impact of technology on songwriting among youth in Kampala, Uganda, examining the types of technology used, the influence of digital tools on songwriting techniques, and the effective utilization ... -
The impact of lighting and makeup on the quality of stage plays in Uganda: a case study of selected plays in the Uganda National Theatre and Bat Valley Theatre
(Makerere University, 2022)This study sought to examine the impact of makeup and lighting on the quality of stage plays in Uganda with focus on the Uganda National Theatre and Bat Valley theatres in Uganda, Kampala district. In this research I used ... -
Effects of social media on Ekyitaguriro dance performance from Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)This study examined the effects of social media on Ekyitaguriro dance from Western Uganda. It was driven by the need to find out what social has impacted on the performance of Ekyitaguriro dance from the perspective of the ... -
Women in film: an analysis of approaches to gender equality at aromatic entertainment
(Makerere University, 2023)The representation of women in film has been an area of concern to various researchers across the globe. Demeaning and complimentary images have been discussed, but this has been done by prioritizing one side over another ... -
Opportunities for Ugandan filmmakers via online streaming services
(Makerere University, 2023)This report serves a purpose to capture the details of my field based research practice experience which was conducted in Uganda, Kampala. This study covered the details of my study research ventures, looking for the ... -
The perception of music in Runyankole language by the people in Central Uganda: considering Makerere Kikoni as our area of study
(Makerere University, 2024)Uganda has a number of languages both indigenous and foreign that is to say Luganda, Runyankole, Rukiga, Lusoga, Itesoti, English, among other languages in which music is produced. Music in Luganda a language known for ... -
A lexico-semantic analysis of English slang in selected secondary schools in Gulu City, northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)This study set out to examine the lexical and semantic properties of slang expressions among secondary school students in Gulu City, Northern Uganda. It was guided by three objectives: (a) To identify common slang expressions ... -
Evolution of Ugandan television drama from 1993 to 2023: a case study of the Ebonies
(Makerere University, 2024)This study sought to examine the evolution of Ugandan television drama from 1993 to 2023 with specific focus on television dramas produced by The Ebonies. This study was carried out in Kampala district, Lubaga division. ... -
The role of artist managers and management firms in nurturing the growth of female musicians in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)With particular emphasis on the Kampala metropolitan area, this study explores the role managers play in advancing the careers of female musicians in Uganda. The purpose of this study is to investigate how artist managers ... -
Stress, social support and drug abuse among university students in Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2023)This study entitled stress, social support and drug abuse among university students in Makerere University was done basing on the background that university students face a lot of academic stresses that may lead to drug ... -
An examination of the role of Kiganda folktales in formal learning environments : case study of selected schools in Nakaseke District
(Makerere University, 2024)This dissertation explores the integration of Kiganda folktales into formal education, focusing on their educational value and the challenges of incorporating them into the curriculum. These traditional stories, rooted in ... -
A lexico-semantic analysis of English slang in selected secondary schools in Gulu City, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study set out to examine the lexical and semantic properties of slang expressions among secondary school students in Gulu City, Northern Uganda. It was guided by three objectives: (a) To identify common slang expressions ... -
Omugaso gwa rediyo sitenseni omu kukuraniza orulimi rw'enzaarwa
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Role of performing arts in sensitizing communities about HIV/AIDS: a case study of tresor life youth center.
(Makerere University, 2024-12-06)This research dissertation is about the role of performing arts in sensitizing communities about HIV/AIDS. We studied the nature of performing arts, the nature of Tresor Life Youth Center, how performing arts is used in ...
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