We are proud to announce the publication of "Artistic Trends and Approaches in Theatre" (Tiyatroda Sanatsal Eğilim ve Yaklaşımlar), a comprehensive new volume edited by our Department Head, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rüstem MÜRSELOĞLU. This work brings together insightful contributions from our faculty members at Istanbul Medeniyet University and independent researchers.
The book serves as a vital reference for theatre students and professionals alike, bridging the gap between historical theory and contemporary stage practice.
Featured Chapters and Authors
This multidisciplinary collection explores various facets of the performing arts through the following contributions:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rüstem MÜRSELOĞLU (Department Head): "The Language of Art: A Look at Russian Theatre through the Stanislavski Method." This chapter examines the critical role of diction and speech as an actor's primary instrument.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahar YILDIRIM SAĞLAM (Deputy Department Head): "The Concept of Home in Adalet Ağaoğlu’s Play 'The Cocoons'." A dramaturgical analysis utilizing Gaston Bachelard’s poetics of space to explore the uncanny nature of the domestic sphere.
Res. Asst. Kaan KABASAKALOĞLU "Between Process and Performance: Partnership, Distinction, and Integration of Children’s Theatre and Creative Drama in Education." This section clarifies the pedagogical boundaries and collaborative potential between creative drama and traditional theatre.
Ceren KARAŞEN (Researcher): "Methods of Character Creation in Acting." A comparative study of modern acting techniques ranging from Stanislavski and Strasberg to the Chubbuck Technique.
Kuday ŞAHAN (Researcher): "Taking a 'Side' in Political Theatre." An exploration of the ideological and transformative potential of theatre through the lenses of Erwin Piscator and Bertolt Brecht.
A Significant Contribution to Theatre Literature
Released in December 2025, this book provides a holistic perspective on aesthetic orientations and creative practices throughout theatre history. It invites readers to reconsider the ethical responsibilities and artistic responsibilities inherent in the performing arts today.
We congratulate our esteemed faculty and researchers on this scholarly achievement and wish them continued success in their academic endeavors.
