Unpacking the phenomenon of celebrity presidents, this book explores how theatrical techniques function as expedient yet potentially dangerous tools in contemporary politics.
Unpacking the phenomenon of celebrity presidents, this book explores how theatrical techniques function as expedient yet potentially dangerous tools in contemporary politics.
List of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgments Introduction: Setting the Stage Performing Rulers from the Past Performing Presidents Take the Stage Politics as Theater From 20th-Century Entertainment to 21st-Century Virtuality Chapter 1: From Screen to Power: Crafting Presidential Personas Through Acting Chapter 2: Catapulting into the Office A Rendezvous with Destiny 'Make America Great Again': The Reality Show The Virtual Campaign Chapter 3: Performing Presidency The Great Communicator's Storytelling Alternative Reality Telematic Encounters The Notorious Phone Call Chapter 4: The Glamour of Governance Celebrities Invade the Political Sphere Celebrities in Presidential Roles Conclusion: Theatricality's Looming Threat to Democracy Notes References Index
List of Illustrations Preface Acknowledgments Introduction: Setting the Stage Performing Rulers from the Past Performing Presidents Take the Stage Politics as Theater From 20th-Century Entertainment to 21st-Century Virtuality Chapter 1: From Screen to Power: Crafting Presidential Personas Through Acting Chapter 2: Catapulting into the Office A Rendezvous with Destiny 'Make America Great Again': The Reality Show The Virtual Campaign Chapter 3: Performing Presidency The Great Communicator's Storytelling Alternative Reality Telematic Encounters The Notorious Phone Call Chapter 4: The Glamour of Governance Celebrities Invade the Political Sphere Celebrities in Presidential Roles Conclusion: Theatricality's Looming Threat to Democracy Notes References Index
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