Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Theatre and Performance as Social Commentators in West Africa: An Analytical Framework for Central African Republic Context

Aimé Bazira, University of Bangui
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18852530
Published: September 28, 2007

Abstract

Theatre and performance in West Africa have long served as platforms for social commentary, addressing issues such as politics, culture, and societal norms. Theoretical analysis will be employed to review existing literature on theatre and performance within CAR’s context, integrating insights from anthropological studies and local community practices. The theoretical framework elucidates the multifaceted role of theatre and performance in reflecting and influencing social dynamics within CAR’s diverse cultural landscape. Further empirical research should explore how these performances impact audience perceptions and behaviors regarding identified themes.

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Aimé Bazira (2007). Theatre and Performance as Social Commentators in West Africa: An Analytical Framework for Central African Republic Context. African Visual Arts Journal, Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18852530

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Cultural AnthropologyTheatre StudiesPerformance TheoryWest African StudiesSociocultural AnalysisEthnographyPostcolonial Criticism

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