Impacting Theatre Audiences: Methods for Studying Change

This edited collection explores methods for conducting critical empirical research examining the potential impacts of theatrical events on audience members, including qualitative, quantitative, historical/historiographic, arts-based, participatory, and mixed methods approaches. It is of great interest to theatre and performance studies scholars and industry professionals.

Format: Hardback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This edited collection delves into innovative approaches for conducting critical empirical research that explores the profound effects of theatrical events on audience members. Dani Snyder-Young and Matt Omasta provide a comprehensive overview of the rapidly expanding field of audience studies in theatre and performance studies, paving the way for a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences of spectators. Comprising comprehensive chapter-length case studies, the book offers a diverse range of methodologies for examining spectatorship, encompassing qualitative, quantitative, historical/historiographic, arts-based, participatory, and mixed methods approaches. This invaluable resource will captivate scholars and industry professionals alike, including marketing experts, audience development specialists, and community engagement practitioners. By examining the intricate interplay between theatrical events and audience experiences, this collection sheds light on the transformative power of the arts and contributes to a more informed and inclusive understanding of the performing arts industry.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032214139