Multicultural Shakespeare-Translation Appropriation and Performance
Scope & Guideline
Connecting Shakespeare's Works with Global Voices
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Adaptation of Shakespeare's Works:
The journal emphasizes the ways in which Shakespeare's plays have been adapted to fit different cultural contexts, showcasing the transformative nature of his texts in various geographical settings. - Translation Studies:
It explores the nuances and challenges of translating Shakespeare's works, particularly in non-English speaking cultures, and how translation influences the reception and interpretation of his texts. - Performance Studies:
The journal highlights the various performance practices of Shakespeare's works globally, examining how different theatrical traditions reinterpret his narratives and characters. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It encourages interdisciplinary research that intersects with fields such as politics, ethics, gender studies, and cultural studies, providing a holistic view of Shakespeare's impact and relevance. - Global Perspectives:
The journal fosters a global discourse on Shakespeare, emphasizing the importance of understanding his works through a multicultural lens, which includes perspectives from Eastern Europe, Asia, Africa, and beyond.
Trending and Emerging
- Postcolonial and Transnational Perspectives:
There is a growing interest in examining Shakespeare's works through postcolonial and transnational lenses, focusing on how different cultures negotiate Shakespeare's legacy and its implications for identity formation. - Social Justice and Activism:
Recent publications increasingly address themes of social justice, equity, and activism, highlighting how Shakespeare's works can be used as tools for critique and transformation in various cultural contexts. - Intercultural Dialogues:
Emerging themes focus on the dialogues between cultures, examining how adaptations and interpretations of Shakespeare foster intercultural exchange and understanding. - Non-traditional Performance Practices:
The exploration of non-traditional performance practices, such as puppetry, dance, and opera, in relation to Shakespeare's works is on the rise, showcasing the versatility and adaptability of his texts. - Digital Humanities and Technology:
There is an increasing integration of digital humanities within Shakespeare studies, exploring how technology influences the interpretation, performance, and dissemination of Shakespeare's works in contemporary society.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Eurocentric Shakespeare Studies:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focusing solely on traditional Eurocentric interpretations of Shakespeare, as the journal increasingly emphasizes global and multicultural perspectives. - Historical Contextualization without Contemporary Relevance:
Papers that strictly analyze Shakespeare's texts from a historical perspective, without linking them to contemporary issues or cultural dialogues, appear to be waning. - Static Theoretical Approaches:
The use of static theoretical frameworks that do not engage with evolving cultural contexts or interdisciplinary methodologies has become less prevalent, as the journal embraces more dynamic and inclusive approaches.
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