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Explore the power of language in performance with Theatrical Speech Acts: Performing Language. Published by Routledge, this scholarly work examines how words function within theatrical scenarios and the impact they have under specific conditions. The text investigates the problems and possibilities that arise when language is used as a tool for performance. This book provides a global perspective through diverse case studies. Readers can examine language politics and translation through examples from Argentina, Egypt, Germany, India, Indonesia, Korea, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Thailand, the UK, and the US. It covers essential topics including (post)colonial language politics and the histories, practices, and theories of translation for and in performance. This is a valuable resource for students and professionals interested in the relationship between speech, politics, and embodiment in the performing arts.

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Global perspective featuring case studies from Argentina, Egypt, Germany, India, Indonesia, Korea, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Thailand, the UK, and the US.

In-depth analysis of how language functions and what it can achieve within specific theatrical scenarios.

Exploration of key themes including (post)colonial language politics and the role of embodiment.

Detailed examination of the histories, practices, and theories regarding translation for and in performance.

Academic insights into the problems and effects that arise from performing language in various cultural contexts.

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14 January 2020
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