THEATER

metrics 2024

Innovating Perspectives on Theatrical Practices

Introduction

THEATER, an esteemed journal published by DUKE UNIVERSITY PRESS, stands at the intersection of scholarly discourse in the fields of Literature, Literary Theory, and the Visual and Performing Arts. Established in 2002, this journal offers a platform for critical analysis and innovative research, aiming to enrich the understanding of theatrical practices and their broader cultural implications. With a current impact factor that places it in the Q3 category for both Literary Theory and the Visual Arts in 2023, THEATER caters to a diverse audience of researchers, professionals, and students, fostering engagement and dialogue through its rigorous peer-reviewed articles. Although it does not currently offer open access, its commitment to scholarly excellence makes it a vital resource for anyone involved in the performing arts landscape. The journal appreciated for its analytical depth and diverse perspectives, aims to illuminate the ways theater intertwines with contemporary cultural discussions, thereby establishing itself as an important publication within the academic community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.11
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.20
H-Index9
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.01
Influence0.09
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life10.40
JCI0.21
Total Documents514
WOS Total Citations86
SCIMAGO Total Citations72
SCIMAGO SELF Citations4
Scopus Journal Rank0.11
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.09
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.07
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.07

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Literature and Literary Theory in Arts and Humanities
Rank #832/1106
Percentile 24.77
Quartile Q4
Visual Arts and Performing Arts in Arts and Humanities
Rank #524/667
Percentile 21.44
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

THEATER
Rank 39/48
Percentile 18.75
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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