Performance in the Multicultural World 20-KUDU-MA-PME

Basic performance studies theory. Performance studies as a new domain of research in humanities. Performative breakthrough in arts and humanities, experimental theatre of the 1960s and 1970s, performance art and "paratheatre" as artistic sources of performance studies. Chosen cultural performances: celebrities and their image, rock concert, sport performance live and broadcasted, fashion show, political performances, festival as a performance.

Module learning aims

To let students get acquainted with basic set of information on performance studies theory and the analysis of some important cultural performances.

Information on where to find course materials

Internet, lecture room in the Institute of Cultural Studies.

Major

Cultural Studies, Intercultural Communication

Methods of teaching for learning outcomes achievement

Lecture, analysis of video material, discussion.

Course module conducted remotely (e-learning)

Student workload (ECTS credits)

3 ECTS.

Module type

compulsory

Pre-requisites in terms of knowledge, skills and social competences

None.

Course coordinators

Juliusz Tyszka

Learning outcomes

After finishing the course a student has got expanded knowledge about the position of performance studies in the general context of cultural studies. S/he can also properly use the basic terminology of performance studies.
S/he has got expanded knowledge on the links between performance studies and cultural anthropology, sociology, cultural studies, linguistics, art studies and political studies.
Can critically analyze cultural performances.

Assessment criteria

Intensive participation in discussions, an essay.

Additional information

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