Tag Archives: ritual

Presidential Performativity

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Sharyn

Welcome back, dear readers, to 2017! It is the first week of the semester, and I am slowly but surely getting back into the swing of things. I am buried under lesson plans, grant applications, and other deadlines, but I’ve … Continue reading →

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OK, Scholars, Let’s Discuss “Formation” (Part I)

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Sharyn

After a hiatus, the blog is back. And I, like everyone else, want to talk about Beyoncé’s new song and video, “Formation.” But before I do, I’d ask readers to first read/listen to the following: Yaba Blay’s article about the … Continue reading →

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The Book of Mormon and Ritual Theatre

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Sharyn

This month, I had the chance to see the outstanding musical The Book of Mormon as it stopped in Louisville on its current national tour. Having long been a fan of Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s television and film work, … Continue reading →

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