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Queer representations in Turkish theatre and offering a model for the analysis of the plays through queer theory and feminist dramaturgy
This study proposes a queer dramaturgy model applicable to theatrical texts by combining the strategies of feminist dramaturgy with a queer critical approach. The theoretical framework explores core concepts such as the binary gender system, gender, heteronormative structures, and identity construction. With the contributions of thinkers like Foucault, Butler, Ahmed, and Halberstam, the historical and conceptual foundations of queer theory are revealed. In the practical part of the study, the proposed model is applied to the plays Cadının Bohçası (The Witch's Bundle), Kimsenin Ölmediği Bir Günün Ertesiydi (The Day After a Day When No One Died), and Kraliçe Gece (Queen Night), analyzing how queer representations are constructed at the levels of staging and narration. The findings demonstrate how the binary gender system is reproduced, the impact of normative structures on texts, and the potential for queering. Furthermore, reapplying the model to various plays from the 2000s to the present shows that queer modeling offers a structure that is not fixed but fluid and adaptable to the context of the play. In conclusion, this thesis presents a critical and transformative dramaturgical approach to creating queer literature and a queer critical perspective.
The tragedy of human loss of self in the postmodern age and its reflection in absurd texts and stagings in Turkish theatre
Type your abstract here. This sociological study investigates the influential role of social media in shaping the identity formation of today's youth. Employing a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys, in-depth interviews, and content analysis of popular social platforms, the research uncovers the multifaceted relationship between online interactions and the construction of self-identity among adolescents and young adults. The findings reveal the dual nature of social media, acting as both a platform for self-expression and social connection, and as a source of pressure for idealized self-presentation and conformity to online norms. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the emergence of innovative forms of identity negotiation and experimentation within the digital sphere, often challenging traditional concepts of identity development. These virtual identities impact offline realities, including mental well-being, self-esteem, and social integration. This research contributes to sociology by offering insights into the complex interplay between social media and youth identity formation, calling for a nuanced understanding of contemporary identity dynamics in our increasingly digital world. Keywords: Digital identity, Online interactions, Self-presentation