Race & Ethnic Studies

The Race & Ethnic Studies Program at Otterbein "...regards the processes of racialization and ethnic identity formation as occurring across borders and nations. As the program makes systems of institutionalized marginalization, racial privilege, racial and ethnic superiority, and white supremacist terrorism visible, students gain a critical perspective on both historical and immediate social contexts. As it considers possibilities for ethnic and racial solidarity, students learn strategies for racial and economic justice" (from website description). This guide is intended to support the educational and research needs of that program.

This collection from Digital Theatre Plus incorporates performances and other video or written resources regarding issues of race and theatre or performance. Topics encompass issues such as cultural representation, visibility and identity (including casting decisions); and postcolonialism.