Yana Meerzon Bücher

Exploring the intersection of contemporary theatre and cosmopolitanism, this book emphasizes the importance of empathy and personal narratives in fostering social responsibility and respect in a globalized world. It highlights the role of performance arts as a medium for understanding displacement and divided identities, portraying a new cosmopolitan figure who embodies multiple cultural heritages. The analysis focuses on how European and North American theatres represent this complex subjectivity, examining both self-representation and external perceptions.

Exploring the cultural geography of contemporary Russia, this Element analyzes the performative strategies employed by the Russian state to reinforce nationalism. It contrasts these state-driven narratives with artistic resistance from both state-funded and independent theater companies, highlighting innovative dramaturgies and storytelling techniques. The work delves into the interplay between nationalism and artistic expression, revealing a dynamic landscape of cultural resistance against dominant ideologies.

This book reinterprets Michael Chekhov's influential acting theory within its cultural and political context. It explores the stage mask as a psychological and cultural construct, emphasizing the dialectical relationship between actor and character. The work opens new interdisciplinary perspectives on acting as a liberating and cathartic process.