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Borderlands Children’s Theatre: Historical Developments and Emergence of Chicana/o/Mexican-American Youth Theatre

Borderlands Children’s Theatre: Historical Developments and Emergence of Chicana/o/Mexican-American Youth Theatre

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Borderlands 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.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This 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, shedding light on the unique ways in which childhood and adolescence are experienced and understood. By 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 further investigates theatre as a transformative space where children and youth have the opportunity to articulate their emerging selfhoods. This groundbreaking work not only contributes to the ongoing national and international dialogue in theatre but also gives a powerful voice to Chicana/o/Mexican-American children and youth, resonating with students and scholars alike in the fields of Theatre studies and Latina/o studies.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367559199

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