THTR 1020 : Theater Exam 1
Document Summary
A. postmodernism: worldwide political and social changes of late 20th century-evolved, contradiction, instability, no meaning, or universal understanding- Globalization: people bringing cultures to different places negative and positive impact. C. multiculturalism: respect for neighboring cultures living under same political system, grew out of political awakening of 1960 and 70s, civil rights, women"s movements, speaks to those peoples who"s views were overlooked, new voices heard . D. post colonialism: explores identity within geographic boundaries, formerly colonized states in latin america, asia, and africa, seek to understand cultural heritage and impact of colonial rule. E. interculturalism: the blending of traditions from various cultures, beware of stereotyping denigrating cultural symbols. * orientalism- refers to exoticizing asian arts and implies imposition of western perspective on asian forms. F. performance studies: views theater as one of a continuum of events, the awareness that something outside the ordinary is happening, how to discuss these forms of art, understanding human behavior and social interaction.
