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This collection of essays on democracy in performance is timely. It comes at a time when the very basis of the notion of democracy has been evacuated from its original premise onto the will of the individual by political systems and transnational enterprises. With these essays, traces are made at the intersection of the global and the local, between modernity and tradition, of performance practices that are affected, troubled, or defined by the pull of competing political discourses. Performances of resistance against global forces, or other hegemonic regimes (in terms of gender, class, or race) are highlighted and analyzed. The contributions emerged from conferences organized by the Indian Society for Theatre Research, and its progenitor (in 2003), the International Federation for Theatre Research. For the local to envision the global is to seek out points of connection on a transnational basis. The majority of these essays deal with Asian examples of performance. Contents include: TransNational Theatre and Gender: The Implicit and the Explicit * Jatra and the Marginalization of Mythological Themes * From Staging Gender to 'Rehearsing Sex': A Space of Freedom Among Theory and the Dead Meandering to Assist with Resistance * The Irony and Paradox of the Effects of Democratic Governance on the Development of Indic Theatre in South Africa * Characteristics of Korean Traditional Plays * Cultural Hybridity: A Study of the Christian Performance Tradition of Kerala * Performing History of Han in Korean Theatre: Park, JohYeol's Play Toenails of General Oh * Democracy, Social Change and Theatre * Understanding and Misunderstanding Japanese Theatre * The Politics of Reading Folk Theatre Traditions * The Indian Women: Transformation into a Real Self * Performing Dalit: Echoing MultiLayered Political Undertones in M. Mukundan's Oru Dalit Yuvtiyute Kadana Katha * Stage for Humankind: Contestation of Native Knowledge and Global Knowledge on the Malay Theatre Scene * The Politics of Working Class Racism: Sing Yer Heart Out for the Lads By Roy Williams, Royal National Theatre, London * History in Performance: Cultural Activism in the Plays of Girish Karnad * Puppeting a Joruri: Is it Really Needed to be a Theatre?
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Theatre and Democracy'? A: 'Theatre and Democracy' explores the intersection of democracy and performance, examining how political systems and global enterprises influence artistic expression and practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Theatre and Democracy'? A: The book is authored by Ravi Chaturvedi, who has contributed to the discourse on theatre and its societal implications.
- Q: What types of essays are included in the collection? A: The collection features essays that analyze performance practices, resistance against global forces, and cultural hybridity, primarily focusing on Asian examples.
- Q: How many pages does 'Theatre and Democracy' contain? A: 'Theatre and Democracy' contains 200 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Theatre and Democracy' was published on December 31, 2008.
- Q: Is 'Theatre and Democracy' a new or used book? A: This book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in good condition for readers.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Theatre and Democracy'? A: The book features a hardcover binding, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: What kind of insights can readers gain from this book? A: Readers can gain insights into the effects of democracy on theatre, cultural practices, and the dynamics of performance in a global context.
- Q: Does 'Theatre and Democracy' cover any specific cultural contexts? A: Yes, the essays primarily deal with Asian performance practices and their engagement with global political discourses.
- Q: Are there any notable contributions mentioned in 'Theatre and Democracy'? A: The book includes notable contributions from conferences organized by the Indian Society for Theatre Research and the International Federation for Theatre Research.