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Luule Epner is an Associate Professor of Estonian Literature at the School of Humanities, Tallinn University. She holds a Ph.D. and has taught theatre studies at the University of Tartu and the Drama School of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre. Her research focuses on contemporary theatre aesthetics, Estonian theatre history, and the interplay between dramatic texts and performances. She has contributed significantly to academic discourse through monographs like *Mängitud maailmad* (2018) and co-authored works such as *Eesti kirjanduslugu* (2001). Her publications span journals like *Interlitteraria*, *Nordic Theatre Studies*, and *Sign Systems Studies*, exploring themes from postdramatic theatre to postcolonialism.
Epner’s work emphasizes modern and postmodern theatre practices, including analyses of Baltic drama, actor-performer dynamics, and the role of memory and identity in performance. She serves as editor-in-chief of the online *Biographical Lexikon of Estonian Theatre*, furthering documentation of national theatrical heritage. Her research bridges literary and performance studies, offering critical insights into both historical and contemporary theatrical phenomena.
Her articles critically examine topics such as *Theatre NO99*’s postdramatic strategies, postcolonial narratives in Baltic drama, and the evolving role of actors in modern performance. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates aesthetics, cultural history, and semiotics, positioning her as a key figure in Baltic theatre scholarship.
