Coloring Whiteness pays homage to the ways that African American artists and performers have interrogated tropes and mythologies of whiteness to reveal racial inequalities; focusing on comedy sketches; street theater; visual art; video; TV journalism; and voice-over work since 1964. By investigating enactments of whitenessmdash;from the use of white makeup and suggestive masks; to literary motifs and cultural narratives regarding ldquo;whiterdquo; characteristics and qualitiesmdash;Faedra Chatard Carpenter explores how artists have challenged commonly held notions of racial identity. Through its layered study of expressive culture; her book considers how artistic and performance strategies are used to ldquo;colorrdquo; whiteness and complicate blackness in our contemporary moment.Utilizing theories of performance and critical race studies; Coloring Whiteness is also propelled by Carpenterrsquo;s dramaturgical sensibilities. Her analysis of primary performance texts is informed not only by traditional print and visual materials; but also by her interviews with African American theater artists; visual artists; and cultural critics. The book is an invaluable contribution to the fields of theater and performance studies; African American studies; cultural studies; critical race studies; and American studies.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. INDISPENSABLEBy UES ReaderIf you have ANY interest in New Yorks churches and synagogues; this is a must have. Meticulously researched; beautifully written; wonderful illustrations; this book sets the standard for anything to come. And its small and paperback so you can take it with you on a "church crawl" through a given neighborhood.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Explorers ManualBy CustomerExcellent guide to Manhattan houses of worship from all eras. Wish all other big cities had such encyclopedic works.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. The book I wish Id writtenBy E. K. ByhamThis book is amazingly well done. It is remarkably error-free; especially given the breadth of religious positions represented by the various faith groups in Manhattan. Dunlap understands religion and religious beliefs; and he understands architecture as well. I have been hoping (perhaps praying?) for such a book for years and to have my wish fulfilled -- and not have to do it myself -- has been joyous. Ive only had it two weeks but Ive already passed it around to others who are equally impressed. If the subject interests you at all; buy this book!
