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New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies
Hongwei Bao, "Contemporary Chinese Queer Performance" (Routledge, 2022)
Sep 18, 2023
Hongwei Bao, a guest on the podcast, analyzes queer theatre and performance in contemporary China, discussing various forms of queer performance, including music, film, theatre, and political activism. The podcast explores the importance of performance for queer identity and community formation, challenging heteronormative social relations and hegemonic narratives. Topics covered include the personal journey of discovering queer identity in China, comparing two queer films, queer activism through art and culture, and queer Chinese artists' digital performance during the pandemic.
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- Queer performance in contemporary China serves as a powerful tool for challenging societal norms and creating queer identity and community.
- The term 'queer' in Chinese society encompasses diverse meanings and interpretations across academia, arts, culture, and mainstream society, reflecting a resistance to social norms.
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The Personal Journey of a Queer Chinese Researcher
Hui Bao, an associate professor in Media Studies, shares his personal journey of discovering his queer identity and the emotional struggles he faced growing up in China. He credits influential figures such as Professor Li Yinfa and filmmaker Switzerland for inspiring his interest in queer studies and changing his research topic. Bao highlights the importance of art and culture as a form of activism, particularly in a society where explicit forms of queer activism are challenging.
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