GEORGE BANU – EXILUL INTERIOR ȘI VOIAJUL PRINTRE UMBRELE TEATRULUI
GEORGE BANU – INNER EXILE AND JOURNEY AMONG THE SHADOWS OF THEATRE

Summary/Abstract: This archipelago of solitude has no other bond than shared pain. The 20th century was the century of all exiles, external and internal - declares essayist and theatre critic George Banu, urging for a profound exploration of the complexity of inner exile and fervent passion for theatre. Building upon the concept of inner exile, we analyze how it has influenced and enriched his vision of theatrical art. For Banu, exile is not merely a geographical separation, but an inner quest, a journey through the shadows of theatre in search of identity and profound liberation of the self.Examining his intellectual journey, we discover that Banu has traversed inner exile in a world of ideas and fragments of myth and life. Through his writings, he has transformed this experience into a fascinating journey through the darkness and light of theatre. Paradoxically, inner exile has led him to a profound connection with the theatrical universe, prompting him to seek and explore new dimensions of scenic art and the ceremony of performance.Another essential aspect of Banu's research is the interpretation and unification of various forms of theatre from multiple perspectives. From analyzing classical texts to exploring contemporary theatre, he has approached each performance with a mnemonic vocation. By examining the roles of the actor, director, and audience in the theatrical process, the critic reveals the fervor and complexity of interpretive art, gathering them in numerous written works.In his quest for the „mythical” spectacle of theatre, George Banu has undertaken a captivating journey through the world of stages, highlighting hidden aspects of the theatrical experience and the great theatre directors. Through his analyses, he reveals not only the beauty and significance of theatrical pieces, but also their power to connect and transform, summoning them to an imaginary assembly.

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