Theatre in Times of Crisis: Redefining Liveness in the Transition to Virtual Theatre Presentations During COVID-19

Theatre has seen various crises and reshaped its presentation style throughout world history. Theatre has exhibited remarkable resilience and creativity in the face of these challenging circumstances. The Covid-19 pandemic represents a recent public health crisis for the theatre industry. In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the theatre industry adapted by embracing virtual presentations, moving away from its conventional dependence on physical locations. This study examines theatre practices in various crises and explores how the Covid-19 pandemic redefined the concept of "liveness" in theatrical presentations. The research focuses on the intersection of theatre and public health crises. It discusses the survival and adaptation of the theatrical arts during pandemics.