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While performativity stands as a fundamental cornerstone of theatrical arts, shaping everything from the actor-audience relationship to the creation of theatrical meaning itself, empirical research has often overlooked its centrality. Contemporary studies focus on more readily quantifiable aspects of theatrical production and reception, thus creating a significant gap between theoretical frameworks and evidence-based studies that could validate and enrich our understanding of how performativity actually functions in contemporary theatrical practice. Drawing on Fischer-Lichte's theoretical framework, which positions performativity at the intersection of aesthetic and social dimensions, we examine the extent to which the organizers of FITS configure the foundations of a performative arena. The research objectives reside in understanding the festival's curatorial vision and programming strategies, as well as its approaches to audience engagement and participation. This includes the implementation of interactive elements in performances and festival activities, the festival's impact on local and international communities, and its envisaged contribution to social and cultural development. The findings reveal how FITS serves as a laboratory for experimenting with new forms of theatrical expression and audience engagement, while balancing artistic innovation with community development goals. The festival's programming demonstrates a strategic approach to fostering intercultural dialogue and social transformation through performing arts.
| Presenting author | Andreea Ciortea |
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