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Title: | The human quest for meaning : theatre as a vehicle for dialogue |
Authors: | Grima, Tyrone Colombo, Christian |
Keywords: | Existentialism Performing arts Spirituality Dialogue |
Issue Date: | 2023 |
Publisher: | Penn State University Press |
Citation: | Grima, T. & Colombo, C. (2023). The human quest for meaning : theatre as a vehicle for dialogue. Ecumenica Journal: Performance and Religion, 16(1), 01-19. |
Abstract: | “The Human Quest for Meaning” is a critical analy- sis of a theatre project and its post-performance webinars held to discuss the thematic of the production. The theoretical framework of this project investigates in a qualitative manner to what extent a performance can serve as a medium to facilitate dialogue on exis- tentialist issues. The article juxtaposes this study against a literature review embedded in the Christian and non-Christian framework of existentialist philosophy. It proceeds by elucidating further on the methodology endorsed. Taking as a basis the production Agnes of God, the aim was to create a platform of dialogue between the- ists and atheists. This objective is studied through interviews and questionnaires held with the actors, the academics who gave key- note speeches in two webinars, and the audience members. The insights allowed the researchers to delve deeper into the question that this project is asking through an in-depth analysis. |
URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/118209 |
Appears in Collections: | Scholarly Works - FacICTCS |
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