Die funksies en vereistes van die resensiewese in 'n veranderende bedryf : teaterkritiek en die nuwe media

[摘要] ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study examines the role and function of theatre critics and reviews in the industry at present.Characteristics of a good review are also examined and the role of the traditional review in the'new media' is questioned.The 'new media' offer the public the opportunity to have access reviews to within a few hours of thefirst performance. This implies that theatre reviews become more newsworthy through theirimmediacy.'New media have the added advantage that the content of reviews can be enhanced, and that thenotorious space limitations of the 'old media' no longer impact on the copy volume. Within themodern media the style and content of reviews and opinions depend on the specific media form. Inthe 'new media' subjective personal opinions have become more prominent than well-grounded,ethically accountable journalism which used to be required in the older forms of media. The 'newmedia', on the other hand, present journalism with a whole new platform. If utilised in a controlledand dynamic manner, these new technological and electronic developments, can contributeenormously to the theatre review industry.In the concluding chapter a model is suggested according to the which the 'new media' can beused as a platform to maintain, develop and advance theatre – and specifically criticism – in SouthAfrica.

[发布机构] Stellenbosch University