Performance Art in Portugal

This book explores the history of Portuguese performance art, in its various speculative and performative forms, and the development of the relationship between performance and hybridism. It will be of interest to students and scholars in theatre and performance studies, performance art, and arts in general.

Format: Hardback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into histories that have recently been unearthed by artists and researchers, offering a fresh perspective on the rich tapestry of human experience. It explores the fascinating realm of Portuguese performance art, encompassing its diverse speculative and performative forms. The author approaches this relationship with a keen eye on the re-emergence and centrality of these previously marginalized histories on a global scale, while also identifying some of their unique characteristics. These histories exhibit recurring cycles of emergence and retraction in Portuguese history, reflecting the nation's complex and multifaceted identity. They are characterized by their intricate ontologies, interconnected relationships between performance art and the social performance of the Portuguese, encompassing sensitive and divisive topics such as the long dictatorship, the colonial war, the revolutionary process, and more recent crises like the integration of Portugal into the European Community and the challenges posed by the 21st century.

In this comprehensive reading, the author delves into the evolution of the relationship between performance and hybridism, particularly focusing on the recent dimension of meta-hybridism. Through access to the histories and archives of this historical genre, contemporary Portuguese creators have embarked on artistic homage, forging new connections and interpretations that shed light on the past. This book is a treasure trove for students and scholars in the fields of theatre and performance studies, performance art, and the arts in general. It provides a deep understanding of the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of Portuguese performance art, enriching our understanding of the human condition and the creative spirit.

Weight: 540g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032182650