Abstract
In this paper, we explore two examples of Western theatre practice which draw directly on Buddhist monastic dance. Examining Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche's Mudra Space Awareness alongside Mexican theatre director Nicolás Núñez's Citlalmina allows us to consider the ways in which aspects of Buddhism might be conveyed within performative form, and to consider these practices as translations from Vajrayana Buddhism. This discussion opens into a consideration of the ways in which Buddhism and theatre might be seen to be mutually enriching, and to share certain common potentials as vehicles for cultivation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 113-125 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Journal of Global Buddhism |
Volume | 19 |
Publication status | Published - 18 Mar 2018 |
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Profiles
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Deborah Middleton
- Department of Media and Performance - Senior Lecturer
- School of Music, Humanities and Media
- Research Centre for Performance Practices - Member
Person: Academic