Strategy of Discourse Formation on Homosexuality in Angels in America

A philosophical reflection on Signature Theater Company's 2010 New York revival of Tony Kushner's Angels in America considers the nature of hope in Kushner's play along side the political valences animated by this force in Signature's production.

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Religion & Theology with Gerhard van den Heever

Bulletin for the Study of Religion ◽

10.1558/bsor.18900 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 49 (3-4) ◽

pp. 25-26

Author(s):

Gerhard Van den Heever

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Current Frame ◽

Religion And Theology ◽

History Of ◽

Discourse Formation ◽

The University

Gerhard van den Heever presents the history of the journal Religion & Theology, from its start as an in-house theological journal for the University of South Africa to its current frame as an international publication for the transdisciplinary study of religion and theology as discourse formation. Van den Heever presents insights into the journal’s management and shares insights for those interested in submitting their research.

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Angels in America –a theological reading in conjunction with Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation on The Call to Holiness in Today's World,Gaudete et Exsultate(Rejoice and Be Glad), and key Catholic writings on Homosexuality

New Blackfriars ◽

10.1111/nbfr.12382 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 100 (1088) ◽

pp. 434-451

Author(s):

David Torevell

Keyword(s):

Pope Francis ◽

Angels In America

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The Seduction of Authenticity: "The Story of Yingying"

NAN Nü ◽

10.1163/1568526054622378 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 40-70

Author(s):

Manling Luo

Keyword(s):

Domestic Space ◽

Discourse Formation

AbstractThis paper explores the notion of authenticity and its implications in the Tang classical tale "The Story of Yingying" from the perspective of literati discourse formation. By constructing a problematic "authentic" romance and its public, the story succeeds in turning romance into a "reality." Signifying the symbolic entry of romance into the domestic space, the story reveals sophisticated strategies for adapting, validating, and expanding the Tang literati discourse on romance.

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