School of Liberal and Performing Arts (SLPA) Collection
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The role of applied theatre in promoting inclusivity and self empowerment for individuals with disabilities in Masaka District : a case study of Arts Applied Uganda
(Makerere University, 2026)My essay, titled "The Role of Applied Theatre in Fostering Inclusivity and Self-Empowerment among Individuals with disabilities in Masaka: A Case Study of Arts Applied Uganda," seeks to understand how Arts Applied Uganda ... -
Investigating the role of a national soundscape in promoting popular Ugandan music on the world music scene: a case study of selected popular music genres produced in Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2026)The study considers the possibility of having a distinct and unique soundscape that would characterize Uganda’s popular music sound focusing on its role in promoting the country’s popular music on the world-wide scene. ... -
Examining the effectiveness of short form video content on brand perception : a case study of Mish Creative Agency
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Approaches to technology integration in the teaching and learning of film courses at the department of performing arts and film, Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2025)The primary objective of this study was to examine the approaches to integrating modern technology in teaching film courses at the Department of Performing Arts and Film, Makerere University. To achieve this objective, a ... -
Verbal and nonverbal communication cues in teaching : a case study of the Department of Linguistics, English Language Studies and Communication Skills at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2025)This dissertation describes and analyzes the verbal and nonverbal communication cues in teaching at the Department of Linguistics, English Language Studies and Communication Skills (DLEC) in the College of Humanities and ... -
An evaluation of Drama in the learning of History at Our Lady of Africa secondary school, Mukono District
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The impact of integrating Kiganda traditional musical instruments into Catholic Liturgy: a case of selected secondary schools in Kiyinda - Mityana Diocese
(Makerere University, 2025)The study examines the impact of integrating Kiganda traditional musical instruments into Roman Catholic liturgy. It focuses on selected senior secondary schools within Kiyinda-Mityana Diocese. The research examines whether ... -
Implications of low audience attendance on the development of conventional theatre in Uganda: a case of the Uganda national theatre
(Makerere University, 2025)Using Uganda National Theatre as a case, this research examines the implications of low audience attendance on the development of conventional theatre in Uganda. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, specifically ... -
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 ...