THEATRE RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL

metrics 2024

Unveiling the Dynamics of Stage and Society

Introduction

THEATRE RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL, published by Cambridge University Press, stands as a vital academic journal dedicated to the dynamic and multifaceted field of theatre studies. With its ISSN 0307-8833 and E-ISSN 1474-0672, this journal has been a cornerstone of scholarly discourse since its inception in 1970, continuing to provide valuable insights through 2024. Ranked in the Q2 quartile for both Literature and Literary Theory and Visual Arts and Performing Arts, it boasts impressive performance metrics reflected in its Scopus rankings at the 72nd and 62nd percentiles, respectively. The journal aims to illuminate the interplay between theatre and its cultural, social, and historical contexts, fostering a platform for both established and emerging voices in the field. While the journal is not Open Access, it ensures rigorous peer-reviewed content that engages researchers, professionals, and students alike, making it indispensable for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding and contribute to theatre research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.14
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.20
H-Index16
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence0.18
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life15.40
Citing Half Life14.10
JCI1.02
Total Documents583
WOS Total Citations133
SCIMAGO Total Citations365
SCIMAGO SELF Citations36
Scopus Journal Rank0.14
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.16
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.19
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.23

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Literature and Literary Theory in Arts and Humanities
Rank #305/1106
Percentile 72.42
Quartile Q2
Visual Arts and Performing Arts in Arts and Humanities
Rank #253/667
Percentile 62.07
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

THEATER
Rank 23/48
Percentile 52.08
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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