Three creative projects in directing: an original play, a scripted film, a documentary film

This dissertation is concerned with theatre and film directing. The scripts of the three direction projects are included in this work. Copies of the two completed films are on file with the University of Utah Library. The three projects in directing are: First, an original play, IT BEGINS WITH ONE. This is a dramatic-comedy with music, written about the Viet Nam War. The theme of the play is that war and peace begin in the heart and mind of the individual. Second, a scripted film, WELFARE, ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE. This is a thirteen minute documentary with dramatic sequences that portray the over-all Welfare Program of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon) and points up many of its unique aspects. Third, a documentary film, THE CHURCH IN ACTION - 1972. This film is a twenty-eight minute historical documentary that highlights the major events and movements in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during the year 1972.