and then the doors opened again: WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON YOUR FIRST THEATRE VISIT AFTER THE LOCKDOWN?

David Weber-Krebs sent an email to peers asking what they would do on their first theatre visit after the lockdown. The email was an invitation to imagine the future of theatre from a specific moment when theatres were closed.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2020
Publisher: Onomatopee

David Weber-Krebs, a theatre enthusiast, was confined to his home during the initial wave of the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the future of theatres, he sent an email to his peers on April 8, 2020, asking them to imagine the future of theatre from that moment when theatres were closed and the future of theatre was uncertain. The email was an invitation to envision the future of theatre from a unique perspective, as theatres were not yet open and it was unclear when and if they would reopen. The recipients of the email included artists, scholars, curators, and spectators from various art communities. Their responses ranged from personal reflections on the impact of the pandemic on their work to predictions about the future of theatre. Some expressed optimism, while others were more cautious. The responses highlighted the diversity of perspectives and experiences within the theatre community. The email served as a platform for sharing ideas and fostering dialogue about the future of theatre. It also demonstrated the resilience and creativity of the theatre community during a challenging time. The responses to the email were compiled and published in a book titled "The Future of Theatre: Imagining the Future from the Present." The book includes contributions from over 100 artists, scholars, and curators, and provides a comprehensive overview of the various perspectives and predictions about the future of theatre. The book explores themes such as the impact of technology on theatre, the role of theatre in society, and the challenges and opportunities facing the theatre industry. Overall, the email and the resulting book serve as a testament to the importance of theatre and the resilience of the theatre community. They remind us of the power of imagination and the importance of continuing to create and engage with theatre in the face of adversity.

Weight: 264g
Dimension: 127 x 189 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789493148383