[csaa-forum] Power Dynamics in Shanghai’s Cultural Production (Mengyu Luo, ACS Virtual Lecture Series)

[Timothy Laurie]

*apologies for cross-posting*

ASSOCIATION FOR CULTURAL STUDIES VIRTUAL LECTURE SERIES

Power Dynamics in Shanghai’s Cultural Production: Music, Heritage, and Institutions

Mengyu Luo (University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, PRC)


8 PM CST/ China Standard Time (GMT +8)  and 10pm AEST

April 16th, 2024


Abstract: The relationship between power and cultural production has long been a focal point in cultural studies. In the context of Shanghai, a city where ‘east meets west’, this dynamism holds significance due to the continuous negotiation between tradition and innovation, local and global influences. This complexity is evident in music field, where Shanghai boasts the distinction of hosting a symphony orchestra that dates back to the year 1879 and serving as the cradle of Chinese popular music. With yesterday’s legacies braiding into today’s urban and heritage discourse, the city now resonates with a convergence of music expressions in terms of genres, performances, and venues.

Despite the vibrant music scene, the city’s cultural landscape is also a testament of the evolving power structures and institutional policing. Producing music that aligns with mainstream values not only poses challenges for artists but also underscores the broader socio-cultural shifts, reflecting the interplay between cultural heritage, institutional norms, and the evolving social expectations. Integrating my previous and ongoing explorations of Shanghai’s music institutions and production modes, this presentation provides a holistic understanding of the power dynamics at play in Shanghai’s cultural production. This presentation scrutinizes the role of institutions in this process, becoming not only providers of cultural power, stewards of Shanghai’s cultural legacy, but also active participant in defining the city’s cultural identity.

Bio: Mengyu Luo is Associate Professor at University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, China. She obtained her PhD degree at Social Sciences Department, Loughborough University. Her research interests include cultural studies and heritage studies.



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