If it is already obvious that the critique of performing arts is in crisis, the critique of performances for children and youth is practically non-existent. This conference aims to explore the subject of specialized critique on shows for children and young audiences, understanding it as a form of critical exercise and citizenship.

Among other matters, we will try to debate the following questions: does theater for children and youth require a specific type of critique? What’s special about the experience of adult critics who write about shows for younger audiences? What quality does the experience of adult critics possess if the show was not planned for their age group? What does transgenerational and inclusive critique entail? What are the critical practices? What relationships and which formats of critique are suitable for this kind of performance?

This session will take place on March 2, between 10:30 am and 5:00 pm, in English, with the recording subtitled in Portuguese later on. Participation is free, upon registration until February 26th to Bilheteira@lucateatroluisdecamoes.pt (capacity limited to 100 participants).