theatre of the occult revival, The
Book Description
Through meticulous field research and archival investigation, Edmund B. Lingan unveils a fascinating dimension of spiritual exploration that flourished between the late nineteenth and mid-twentieth centuries. This scholarly work examines how prominent figures of the Occult Revival transformed theatrical performance into a vehicle for mystical expression and religious innovation.
The book delves into the creative works of influential spiritual leaders including Katherine Tingley, Rudolf Steiner, Marie Steiner-von Sivers, Aleister Crowley, Alexander Mathews, and Gerald Gardner. Each of these figures recognized theatre's unique power to bridge the material and spiritual realms, creating performances that served both artistic and sacred purposes.
Lingan demonstrates how this theatrical movement contributed to the profound transformation of Western religious consciousness during a period of intense spiritual seeking. The Occult Revival represented an international awakening to supernatural phenomena, magical practices, and Eastern mystical traditions that challenged conventional religious boundaries.
By analyzing the intersection of performance and spirituality, this work reveals how theatrical expression became integral to the development of occult rituals and belief systems. The author shows how these creative pioneers used drama, movement, and ceremony to explore metaphysical concepts and create new forms of spiritual community.
For readers interested in the evolution of alternative spirituality and the role of creative expression in religious practice, this book offers valuable insights into how artistic innovation can serve spiritual transformation and the ongoing development of mystical traditions.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~7 hours)
📄 Length: 247 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Understand the nature of mind
- ✓ Explore BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Supernatural
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Performance
- ✓ Explore Theater
- ✓ Explore mystical experiences
- ✓ Explore Theater, religious aspects
- ✓ Understand psychological principles
