Widerspruche. Kuratorisch handeln zwischen Theorie und Praxis

Kritische Theorien im Museum haben einen bedeutenden Einfluss auf die Praxis, aber es gibt Widersprüche zwischen Theorie und Praxis. Dieser Band untersucht diese Verhältnisse und die Umsetzung kritischer Theorien im musealen Kontext. Die Beiträge reflektieren strukturelle Aspekte und persönliche Erfahrungen und bieten einen künstlerischen Beitrag zur Diskussion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2023
Publisher: De Gruyter

Widesprüche im musealen Kontext:

Since the dawn of the 21st century, critical theories have permeated the practices and narratives of museums, encompassing a wide range of topics such as feminism, anti-racism, environmental policies, institutional critiques, discussions on inclusivity, decolonialism, and queer theories. While these theories have gained widespread attention, their structural transformation has been limited, and a well-crafted critical vocabulary often becomes associated with labels rather than meaningful change.

In light of this, this book delves into the relationship between theory and practice within the museum context, exploring the complexities and contradictions that arise. It examines how critical theories can be translated into practical applications, as well as the challenges associated with this translation process. The contributions in this book offer a multifaceted perspective, encompassing large structures, detailed descriptions, and personal reflections.

This seventh volume in the curating. exhibition theory & practice series focuses on disagreements within organizations, institutions, exhibitions, collections, dissemination strategies, and more. Additionally, it features a creative contribution by artist Aldo Giannotti titled Safe and Sound, 2021.

Weight: 481g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783111014524