{"product_id":"borderlands-childrens-theatre-historical-developments-and-emergence-of-chicanaomexicanamerican-youth-theatre-9780367559045","title":"Borderlands Children's Theatre: Historical Developments and Emergence of Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American Youth Theatre","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBorderlands Children's Theatre explores the phenomenon of the Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American child performer at the center of Chicana\/o and Latina\/o theatre culture, raising questions about the role of the child and how childhood and adolescence are experienced and understood. It analyzes contemporary plays for Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American child performers and introduces theorizations of performing mestizaje, border crossing, gender, and ethnic identity. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 March 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book delves into the captivating world of child performers within the vibrant tapestry of Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American theatre experiences. It explores the profound phenomenon of the Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American child performer, standing at the heart of Chicana\/o and Latina\/o theatre cultures. Through a rich blend of historical and contemporary theatrical traditions, it delves into the intricate dynamics of the child's role in these theatrical contexts. From the emergence of Latina\/o Youth Theatre and Latina\/o Theatre for Young Audiences to the rich tapestry of performative practices, this book raises thought-provoking questions about the profound impact of childhood and adolescence on these artistic expressions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy analyzing contemporary plays specifically crafted for Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American child performers, the book introduces insightful theorizations of performing mestizaje, border crossing borderlands performance, gender, and ethnic identity. It sheds light on theatre as a transformative space where children and youth have the opportunity to articulate their emerging selfhoods, fostering a deeper understanding of their unique perspectives and experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis invaluable contribution to the national and international dialogue in theatre not only amplifies the voices of Chicana\/o\/Mexican-American children and youth but also offers valuable insights to students and scholars of Theatre studies and Latina\/o studies. It serves as a testament to the power of storytelling and the profound impact of theatre on shaping our collective identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367559045\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cecilia Josephine Aragon","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44103689830650,"sku":"9780367559045","price":151.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1647340932178_book.jpg?v=1647359160","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/borderlands-childrens-theatre-historical-developments-and-emergence-of-chicanaomexicanamerican-youth-theatre-9780367559045","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}