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Shintaro Fujii is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, specializing in Theatre and Film Studies. He serves as Director of the Graduate School of Letters' Theatre and Film Studies Course since 2021. His academic career spans over two decades at Waseda University, progressing from Lecturer (2002-2005) to Associate Professor (2005-2010) and Professor (2010-present), with leadership roles including Head of the Department of Theatre and Film Studies (2012-2018).
Fujii's research interests encompass Aesthetics, Theatre Studies, Performing Arts Theory, Critical Theory, Sociology of Art, and Cultural Policy Studies, with particular expertise in French and European theatre. His educational background reflects his international focus, with multiple degrees from the University of Tokyo and prestigious French institutions including Paris III, Paris 8, and Paris X-Nanterre, specializing in theatre arts, dance, and cultural management.
His recent scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on theatre in times of crisis, examining the impact of the pandemic, war, and economic challenges on performing arts institutions, particularly in France. His work also explores Franco-Japanese cultural exchanges, with significant contributions analyzing Théâtre du Soleil productions like 'L'Île d'or — Kanemu-Jima.' Fujii's research shows increasing attention to archival practices in contemporary performance and the evolving concept of 'publicness' in theatre.
- Vice President, Japan Association for Cultural Policy Studies (2025-present)
- Director, Japan Cultural Policy Association (2010-present)
- Board Member, Haiyuza Theatre Company Council (2017-present)
- Member, National Institution for Academic Degrees and University Reform Committee (2016-present)
Fujii maintains active international collaborations, particularly with French and Belgian institutions, as evidenced by his research projects and frequent academic visits to France. His work bridges academic research and practical engagement with theatre institutions, including translating plays and contributing to cultural policy discussions at national and international levels.
