Performance Affects

Performance Affects by J. Thompson is a thought-provoking exploration of performance projects in disaster and war zones, published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2009. This engaging paperback spans 205 pages and challenges conventional notions within the realm of Applied Theatre. Thompson argues for a transformative approach, advocating that joy, beauty, and celebration should serve as the foundation for community-based and participatory performance practices. By shifting the focus from mere effects to a deeper, affective role, this book connects the art of performance to sensations of pleasure and emotional resonance. Ideal for scholars and practitioners alike, Performance Affects invites readers to rethink the potential of performance in shaping community dynamics and fostering resilience in challenging environments.