Monsters in performance essays on the aesthetics of disqualification / edited by Michael Chemers and Analola Santana.

Other author Chemers, Michael M.
Other author Santana, Analola.
Format Electronic
EditionFirst edition.
Publication InfoNew York; London : Routledge Taylor & Francis Group, 2022.
Descriptionxix, 233 pages ; 24 cm
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Abstract "Monsters in Performance boasts an impressive range of contemporary essays that delve into topical themes such as race, gender, and disability, to explore what constitutes monstrosity within the performing arts. These fascinating essays from leading and emerging scholars across the globe explore representation in performance, specifically concerning themselves with attempts at social disqualification of 'undesirables.' Throughout, the writers employ the concept of 'monstrosity' to describe the cultural processes by which certain identities or bodies are configured to be threateningly deviant. The editors take a range of previously isolated critical enquiries - including bioethics, critical race studies, queer studies, and televisual studies - and merge them to create an accessible and dynamic platform which unifies these ranges of representations. The global scope and interdisciplinary nature of Monsters in Performance renders it an essential book for Theatre and Performance students of all levels as well as scholars; it will also be an enlightening text for those interested in monstrosity and Cultural Studies more broadly"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
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Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2021058839
ISBN9780367683900 (hardback)
ISBN9780367635411 (paperback)
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