Theatrical Dialogues in West Africa: Theatre and Performance as Social Commentary in South Africa

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Autori principali: Dlamini, Nkosana, Mafika, Ndabeni
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Lingua:inglese
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author Dlamini, Nkosana
Mafika, Ndabeni
author_facet Dlamini, Nkosana
Mafika, Ndabeni
contents <p>Theatrical dialogues play a significant role in social commentary across Africa. An ethnographic study employing participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis to understand the dynamics of theatrical practice within communities and institutions. Theatrical performances often mirrored socio-political issues such as inequality and xenophobia, with themes recurring in over half of the plays studied. The findings suggest that theatre provides a platform for marginalized voices to be heard and for broader societal conversations about social justice. Further research should examine how global influences impact local theatrical practices and their effectiveness in fostering community engagement.</p>
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spellingShingle Theatrical Dialogues in West Africa: Theatre and Performance as Social Commentary in South Africa
Dlamini, Nkosana
Mafika, Ndabeni
African geography
Ethnography
Performance studies
Theatre anthropology
Cultural studies
Social theory
Participant observation
<p>Theatrical dialogues play a significant role in social commentary across Africa. An ethnographic study employing participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis to understand the dynamics of theatrical practice within communities and institutions. Theatrical performances often mirrored socio-political issues such as inequality and xenophobia, with themes recurring in over half of the plays studied. The findings suggest that theatre provides a platform for marginalized voices to be heard and for broader societal conversations about social justice. Further research should examine how global influences impact local theatrical practices and their effectiveness in fostering community engagement.</p>
title Theatrical Dialogues in West Africa: Theatre and Performance as Social Commentary in South Africa
topic African geography
Ethnography
Performance studies
Theatre anthropology
Cultural studies
Social theory
Participant observation
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18818040