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Geetha K Wilson is a Doctoral Researcher and Lecturer in the Department of Indology at the Faculty of Humanities, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen. Her research focuses on Caviṭṭunāṭakam, a traditional form of musical theatre from Kerala, India, particularly the representation of Emperor Charlemagne in this art form. She is supervised by Jun.-Prof. Dr Claire Maes and Prof. Dr Heike Oberlin.
- Master of Arts in Media and Cultural Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
Geetha's research lies at the intersection of cultural studies, performance traditions, and transcultural narratives. Her work explores how global historical figures like Charlemagne are localized and dramatized in regional Indian folk theatre. She employs interdisciplinary methods combining ethnography, media analysis, and archival research to document and interpret intangible cultural heritage. Her focus on Chavittunatakam highlights the maritime and colonial influences on Kerala’s performing arts.
Her scholarly outputs reflect a strong engagement with comparative cultural studies, particularly between India, Germany, and China. The articles and presentations demonstrate recurring themes: cross-cultural storytelling, folk performance as historical memory, and the role of media in preserving endangered art forms. She frequently draws connections between Indian and European theatrical traditions, especially in the portrayal of legendary figures.
- Sahapedia-UNESCO Research Fellow (2017)
- International Youth Forum Member, UNESCO Beijing (2018)
- Media Arts Fellow, University of Changsha, China (2018)
- Robert Bosch Crossing Borders Fellow (2019)
Geetha has contributed to academic and public knowledge through book chapters, popular articles, documentary films, and national webinars. Her film projects, such as Where the Blue Lotus Blooms and Time Vampires, reflect her commitment to multimedia storytelling. She has not advised any students yet, but her role as a lecturer indicates active participation in academic teaching. Her research is supported through competitive fellowships rather than formal grants. She is based in Tübingen, Germany, and collaborates with institutions in India, Germany, and China.
