The actor embodied the symbol and function in children's theater performances

The symbol is considered one of the most significant expressive tools in theatrical performance through processes of interpretation and analysis. It functions to convey both sensory and intellectual meanings within the artistic work. The symbol holds particular importance in children’s theatre, as it facilitates the communication and transmission of meanings, forming the essence of visual communication. It also grants the theatrical work artistic and aesthetic depth.

Moreover, symbols carry accessible connotations that influence the audience, as they embody aesthetic, intellectual, and entertaining dimensions conveyed through theatrical performances. In this way, the theatrical work is transformed into an engaging and stimulating experience, achieving specific purposes in an effective manner.

The study is structured into four chapters. The first chapter presents the research problem, significance, and necessity. The research problem is defined by the following question: How is the actor’s body employed between symbolic and functional dimensions in children’s theatre performances? The study aims to identify the role of the actor’s body between symbol and function in children’s theatre. The scope of the research is limited to theatrical performances presented at the College of Fine Arts. The chapter concludes with the definition of key terms in operational terms.

The second chapter includes the theoretical framework, which consists of two sections: the first addresses the concept of the symbol and its types, while the second examines the role of the symbol in children’s theatre, concluding with theoretical indicators.

The third chapter presents the research procedures, including the research population, sample, and research tool adopted by the researchers for analyzing the sample. The fourth chapter presents the findings and conclusions and concludes with a list of references.