Jon Venn
Madness in Contemporary British Theatre: Resistances and Representations
Madness in Contemporary British Theatre: Resistances and Representations
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This book explores the representation of madness in contemporary British theatre, examining the relationship between performance and mental health and challenging dominant understandings of mental health. It covers different attributes and logics of madness, such as the asylum, hallucination, suicide, and testimony, and includes a theoretical interrogation of the politics of madness.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 01 September 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This captivating book delves into the intricate portrayal of madness in contemporary British theatre, exploring the profound interplay between performance and mental health. It poses thought-provoking questions about how theatre can challenge prevailing notions of mental health and become a powerful site of resistance. With meticulous attention, the author examines the diverse manifestations of madness, encompassing the institutional frameworks of contemporary asylums, the cultural expressions behind hallucinations, the methods employed to address suicide, and the ways in which the testimony of individuals with mental illnesses is interpreted and encountered. Spanning a remarkable 30 years of British theatre, this study offers a comprehensive theoretical exploration of the politics of madness, making it an essential resource for students and researchers alike, particularly those interested in exploring the intersection of madness and performance.
The author delves into the complex representation of madness in contemporary British theatre, examining the profound interplay between performance and mental health. Through a comprehensive analysis, the book explores the diverse manifestations of madness, encompassing the institutional frameworks of contemporary asylums, the cultural expressions behind hallucinations, the methods employed to address suicide, and the ways in which the testimony of individuals with mental illnesses is interpreted and encountered. Spanning a remarkable 30 years of British theatre, this study offers a comprehensive theoretical exploration of the politics of madness, making it an essential resource for students and researchers alike, particularly those interested in exploring the intersection of madness and performance.
Weight: 308g
Dimension: 148 x 208 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030797843
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021
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