Introduction to the complex phenomenon of the performing arts (Theatre, Dance, Performance, Music theatre), their history, their connections and correlations. Study of the traditional as well as modern manifestations, as well as their historic development. Emphasis is given to the concept of representation, its characteristics and functions. The course also studies the effects of performer, spectator, space, time and body within the performance process. Introduction to the key methods of performance analysis, as well as to main theoretical tools of performance studies.