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Dramaturgical Analysis

Dramaturgical analysis, introduced by Erving Goffman, views social interactions as theatrical performances where individuals present themselves in certain ways to influence how others perceive them. Key concepts include impression management, which involves controlling information about oneself, and the distinction between frontstage and backstage behavior, highlighting how individuals manage their roles in public versus private settings. Understanding this framework is significant in sociology as it reveals the complexity of social interactions and the strategies people employ to navigate societal expectations.

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Dramaturgical analysis, introduced by Erving Goffman, provides a framework for understanding social interactions as performances. It emphasizes the roles individuals play in different contexts, highlighting the distinction between front stage and back stage behavior. This analysis helps us comprehen...

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Key Terms

Front Stage
The public persona individuals present in social interactions.

Example: A teacher acting professionally in front of students.

Back Stage
The private self that individuals reveal when they are not in public view.

Example: A teacher relaxing at home after school.

Impression Management
The process of controlling how one is perceived by others.

Example: Dressing formally for a job interview.

Role Performance
The enactment of a particular role in a social context.

Example: A parent acting nurturing towards their child.

Social Interaction
The process by which people act and react in relation to others.

Example: Two friends chatting at a café.

Context
The circumstances or setting in which an interaction occurs.

Example: A formal meeting versus a casual gathering.

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Key Concepts

Front StageBack StageImpression ManagementRole Performance