W11-2: Dramaturgy

1.     Summary
  Dramaturgy is a concept used in micro sociology, developed by Erving Goffman. Dramatic sociology describes social interaction with elements of play. Goffman described the process of human beings expressing their identity, cultural values, norms and beliefs to others by metaphor of the play. The stage he talks about refers to areas where individuals can be distinguished based on different roles or information, and is divided into three categories: Front stage, Back stage and Outside. Front stage is the place where an actor gives smoke to people, a place of expression that an individual intentionally or unconsciously performs. Here it contains the difference between individual settings and personal aspects. In the Back stage, it is a space where an actor can relax and escape from acting and setting. Likewise, people can do things they didn't want to show in Front stage and have secrets. Outside, it is a space where individuals are separated from each other. When studying Dramaturgy, it is usually done by adopting participant observation.


2.     Interesting item
It was interesting that Dramaturgy was applied to the social movement and explained. People who participate in social movements are said to be showing plays in the front stage to attract the general public's attention. It can also be explained in blogs from the perspective of Dramatic sociology. Bloggers create their own images for their readers.


3.     Question to discuss
According to Dramaturgy, actors manage impressions. What examples are there?

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