Ioana Szeman

Ioana Szeman is an Associate Professor in Drama at the School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing, University of East Anglia (UEA). She actively contributes to research, teaching, and editorial work, particularly in the fields of theatre, performance studies, and transnational feminist research.

• University: University of East Anglia
• School: School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing
• Rank: Associate Professor in Drama

Her research explores intersections of theatre, gender studies, citizenship, and transnationalism, with a focus on marginalized communities such as the Roma in Europe and Cold War-era cultural exchanges. She investigates how performance shapes cultural identity, nationalism, and political belonging.

Recent publications highlight her work in theatre history, feminist theory, and performance studies, spanning topics like Romanian directors, transnational feminist methodologies, and Roma representation in EU contexts.

Ioana Szeman has served as an editor for Feminist Review from September 2011 to June 2020, reflecting her commitment to feminist scholarship and editorial leadership.