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Thomas Fabian Eder

Independent Performing Arts in Europe: Establishment and Survival of an Emerging Field

Independent Performing Arts in Europe: Establishment and Survival of an Emerging Field

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This book provides a neo-institutional analysis of the independent performing arts in Europe, exploring their organizational field, routines, scripts, and expectations. It offers valuable insights into theatre studies, labor studies, social and cultural policy, and provides recommendations for action to administration, cultural policy, and associations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd


This comprehensive structural account of independent performing arts in Europe is complemented by an in-depth analysis of the complex social context within the field.

This book offers a neo-institutional exploration of the organizational landscape, encompassing its routines, scripts, and expectations, which makes a significant contribution to theatre studies, labor studies, social and cultural policy studies, and provides valuable insights for current advocacy and governance. By drawing on empirical data, this study establishes a foundation that is valuable for scholarly discourse, cross-national learning, and scientifically-based recommendations for action at the administrative, cultural policy, and association levels.

The book delves into the vibrant independent performing arts communities in Austria, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Romania, Slovenia, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Through its detailed examination, this book sheds light on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by these communities, exploring the ways in which they navigate the complex terrain of artistic production, audience engagement, and social relevance. It offers valuable insights into the dynamics of artistic creation, the role of institutions and networks in supporting independent artists, and the impact of cultural policies and funding on the sustainability and growth of the independent performing arts sector.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners interested in understanding the dynamics and evolution of independent performing arts in Europe. It provides a rich and nuanced understanding of the field, offering a foundation for future research, policy development, and advocacy efforts to support and promote the continued growth and vitality of this important cultural sector.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032479972

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