WRITING FROM THE EARTH - INDIGENOUS THEATRE

Discover the fascinating world of Native American theatre with the essay collection "Writing from the Earth". This unique publication is a collection of reflections and analyses dedicated to the work of Floyd Favela, an outstanding creator of indigenous theatre. This book is the result of years of research and meetings with Favela, offering the reader a deep understanding of his artistic vision and its influence on contemporary culture.

• Essays analysing the work of Floyd Favela
• Adaptations of Antigone and Uncle Vanya directed by Favela
• The concept of indigenous performance culture
• The use of epistemology and ontology of indigenous cultures
• A theatrical language different from Western aesthetics
• Analysis of Native Performance Culture

The book "Writing from the Earth" is not only a collection of essays, but also a testament to intercultural dialogue. The authors, including Aneta Głowacka and Eugenia Sojka, share their experiences of stays in the Poundmaker Reserve, where they were able to observe the creative process of Favela and his collaborators. This allows the reader to immerse themselves in a unique world of indigenous theatre, which combines tradition and modernity.

This publication is particularly valuable for people interested in theatre, cultural anthropology and postcolonial studies. It makes it possible to understand how the culture of Native Americans influences art and how theatre can become a tool for expressing identity and history. The essays contained in the book are an inspiration to reflect on one's own culture and to search for new forms of artistic expression.

"Writing from the Earth" is a must-read for anyone who wants to broaden their horizons and understand the richness of indigenous cultures. It is an invitation to a journey into the depths of the theatre, which draws from the earth, from tradition and from the experiences of those who have been connected with this place for centuries. Let yourself be inspired and discover a new dimension of art!

Published by Śląsk, year of publication: 2022, number of pages: 302, format: 148x206 mm.