Luule Epner

Luule Epner is an Associate Professor specializing in Estonian literature, with a focus on drama theory, Estonian theatre, and 20th-century prose. Her research spans drama analysis, Estonian literary history, and cultural studies. She has authored and co-authored influential works such as "Eesti kirjanduslugu" (2001), "Eesti sõnateater 1965-1985" (2015), and the monograph "Worlds in Play" (2018). Epner is actively engaged with professional organizations including the Estonian Theatre Union and the International Federation for Theatre Research.

Her scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to Estonian literary and theatrical traditions, blending historical analysis with contemporary critical frameworks. Recent publications reflect her expertise in analyzing narrative structures in drama and exploring the socio-political dimensions of Estonian theatre.