Dr. Lawrence Switzky

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lawrence Switzky is an Associate Professor in the Department of English. He serves as co-editor-in-chief of the journal Modern Drama. His current research interests encompass the intersections between visual art and the performing arts, particularly focusing on the role of puppetry and performing objects in an age increasingly influenced by animated and autonomous technology. He investigates the historical and theoretical aspects of play, medicine, and performance, alongside the crossovers between these fields and theatre, as well as the intricate relationships found within digital games and role-playing games.

Research Interests

Digital Literature New Media Studies Drama Theatre History Twentieth-Century Literature Contemporary Literature Game Studies

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology