Andrew Wiskowski
Aesthetic Collectives: On the Nature of Collectivity in Cultural Performance
Aesthetic Collectives: On the Nature of Collectivity in Cultural Performance
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This book explores the phenomenon of aesthetic collectives, which are groups of performing people that are both individual entities and collective beings. It examines installation art, Greek tragedy, back-up dancing groups, and clubbing crowds, and uses a range of methods to investigate this phenomenon. It will be of interest to scholars, students, and practitioners in performance studies, theatre, live art, sociology, cultural studies, and cultural geography.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating book delves into the captivating world of groups of performing individuals who are not only unique aesthetic objects but also serve as the focal point of an artist's vision, yet simultaneously exist as a collective being, forming a singular, cohesive mass that behaves as an independent entity. It is a phenomenon that is far from rare or exceptional, rather it is pervasive, ubiquitous, and has been a part of our artistic landscape since the dawn of performance.
In this comprehensive exploration, the text examines a diverse range of installation art, Greek tragedy, back-up dancing groups, and even the mass dance of clubbing crowds, all of which exemplify this remarkable phenomenon. By employing a diverse range of methods of investigation, including performance studies, acting theory, studies of atmosphere and affect, and sociology, the book offers an insightful intervention in the literature for a phenomenon that has long deserved its own dedicated attention.
The book is of immense interest to scholars, students, and practitioners in the fields of performance studies, theatre, live art, sociology, cultural studies, and cultural geography. It provides valuable insights into the complexities of aesthetic collectives, their formation, dynamics, and impact on the broader cultural landscape. Through its rich analysis and interdisciplinary approach, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the role of groups of performing individuals in shaping our artistic and social experiences.
Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032071558
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