Richard Jordan

Dr Richard Jordan is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Communication and Arts, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on posthuman studies, contemporary drama, and digital humanities, with a particular interest in how technology and identity intersect in modern theater. He holds a PhD from the University of Queensland (2015) and has published extensively on posthumanist perspectives in drama.

Education:

• PhD in Posthuman Drama, School of Communication and Arts, The University of Queensland (2015)

His work explores themes such as distributed agency, digital alchemy in performance, and tragic narratives in modern plays. He has authored creative works like the play 25 Down (2009) and the book Machina (2014). Recent publications include analyses of posthumanist drama in CounterText (2022) and Modern Drama (2021).

His research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to theater, blending performance studies with digital humanities. He is affiliated with the Digital Futures Lab at his university, exploring emerging technologies in artistic expression.