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Personal profile
Overview
I am a theatremaker, writer, and postgraduate researcher. My current research explores human–fungi relationships, nurturing performance practice, "Theatre of Decomposition (ToD)." Based on ethnographic research with citizen scientists in Nova Scotia and land-based knowledge of the Mi'kmaq (Indigenous people of Mi'kma'ki), it examines bodies of mourning and celebrating in the meshwork of the ecological crises.
As a co-founder and co-artistic director of Blooming Ludus, I have been working to connect people, arts, and the environment for climate justice and a sustainable future since 2015. I have a firm background in stage directing and community-based practices across Korea, Canada, and the UK. Previous popular works include Welcome to the Planet, This Play Is Written in Mushroom, The Velveteen Rabbit, and How to Become a Rock.
Research interests
- fungi and lichens
- theatre and ecological crises
- protection of biodiversity
- ecological grief and body
- decolonising the climate discourses
- sustainable art making
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Master of Arts, Applied Theatre (Drama in the Community and Drama Education), Royal Central School of Speech and Drama
6 Oct 2014 → 25 Sept 2015
Award Date: 12 Nov 2015
Bachelor of Arts, Theatre and Cinema (with Cum Laude), Hanyang University
2 Mar 2009 → 22 Feb 2013
Award Date: 22 Feb 2013
External positions
Part-time Lecturer, Hanyang University
2019 → 2020
Co-Artistic Director, Blooming Ludus
2015 → …
Keywords
- Theatre of Decomposition
- Fungi
- Mycelium
- Lichens
- Interspecies performance
- Climate art
- Citizen scientists
- Mi'kma'ki
Activities
- 1 Participating in a conference, workshop, exhibition, performance, inquiry, course etc
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Art, Climate, Transition (ACT) Symposium
Yi, H. (Participant)
28 Jun 2023Activity: Participating in or organising event(s) › Participating in a conference, workshop, exhibition, performance, inquiry, course etc › Research