“The Physics of Love ©”: using humor and storytelling to open minds and hearts to green values

Jennifer Pawlitschek ()

Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences, 2014, vol. 4, issue 2, 172-175

Abstract: This article explores the way that theater artists use theatrical tools and strategies not only to entertain audiences, but also to break down audience resistance to science-centered perspectives on the environment. This article cites examples from a specific one-woman show, “The Physics of Love,” which uses the Universe story, the scientific history of the universe and earth, to parallel the humorous story of a woman looking for love. The Physics of Love uses the theatrical devices of storytelling, humor, and personification to help audiences learn about, and act on earth-centered, science-oriented perspectives about the environment Copyright AESS 2014

Keywords: Theater; The physics of love; Environmental science; Science-centered perspectives; Universe story (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.1007/s13412-013-0157-5

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