Performing Presence

This book examines the impact of new media on performance, highlighting innovative practices and artists that redefine presence in contemporary art. Performing Presence offers valuable insights.

The book Performing Presence: Between the Live and the Simulated explores how new media forms and their integration with contemporary performance have transformed our understanding of presence. It delves into various mediums, including new media art, multi-media theatre, and immersive environments, offering insights into the evolving practices that challenge traditional notions of live performance. Through a series of case studies, the book highlights the work of notable artists such as Lynn Hershman Leeson, Paul Sermon, and Tony Oursler, showcasing how their innovative approaches redefine engagement in the arts.

In addition to case studies, Performing Presence features interviews with artists and documentation of their creative processes. This comprehensive analysis provides readers with a deeper understanding of the intersection between performance and technology, revealing how these elements coalesce to create new forms of presence. The book emphasizes the importance of context in contemporary practices and invites readers to reconsider what it means to be present in an increasingly digital world.

Targeted at students, researchers, and practitioners in theatre, performance, and media studies, this work serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the implications of new media on artistic expression. By examining the nuances of presence in a variety of contexts, Performing Presence encourages readers to engage critically with the evolving landscape of contemporary art and performance.