9780367757304: Circus and the Avant-Gardes

Synopsis

This book examines how circus and circus imaginary have shaped the historical avant-gardes at the beginning of the 20th century and the cultures they help constitute, to what extent this is a mutual shaping, and why this is still relevant today.

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À propos de l?auteur

Anna-Sophie Jürgens is an Assistant Professor in Popular Entertainment Studies at the Australian National University (ANU), Australia. She is part of the network of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. Her research explores the intersections between circus/comic performance, science and technology, and the cultural meanings of science.

Mirjam Hildbrand is a PhD candidate in Theatre Studies at the University of Bern, Switzerland. Her research explores historical circus practice, the intersections between circus/theatre, and the discourse of 'high/low' culture. She also works as a freelance dramaturge and a programmer in the field of contemporary circus.

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9780367757281: Circus and the Avant-Gardes

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0367757281 ISBN 13 :  9780367757281
Editeur : Routledge, 2022
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