The Shared Cognitive Intent of Science and Theatre

Science and theatre are generally thought to share no common cognitive ground for the simple reason that the former appeals to the intellect, whereas the latter appeals to the emotions. Contrary to this view, I claim that like scientific texts, theatrical texts evince a cognitive intent and that, de...

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Published inThe European legacy, toward new paradigms Vol. 17; no. 5; pp. 659 - 673
Main Author Rozik, Eli
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Routledge 01.08.2012
Subjects
Cognition
Communication
Conceptualization
Emotions
Rhetoric
Science
Sociology of art
Theatre
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Summary:Science and theatre are generally thought to share no common cognitive ground for the simple reason that the former appeals to the intellect, whereas the latter appeals to the emotions. Contrary to this view, I claim that like scientific texts, theatrical texts evince a cognitive intent and that, despite obvious differences, both types show similarities on three cognitive levels: (a) the use of equivalent systems of representation and communication; (b) the operation of a mode of thinking; and (c) the embodiment of a rhetorical structure.
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ISSN:1084-8770
1470-1316
DOI:10.1080/10848770.2012.699303