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Yvon Bonenfant is Head of Department, Theatre and Director of the Future Humanities Institute at University College Cork (UCC). He holds a PhD in Performing Arts and has held professorial roles at institutions like the University of Winchester. His academic and artistic work focuses on Research-Creation, exploring queer voice, tactile performance, and inclusive art practices for marginalized audiences. Key roles include Academic Director of the Granary Theatre and Co-Lead of UNICArt Thematic Line at www.unic.eu.
Education:
- PhD (Performing Arts), University of Winchester, 2010
- MA in World Music, Wesleyan University, 2002
- Professional Diploma in Psychocorporeal Analysis, 1999
- Bachelor of General Studies, Athabasca University, 1996
Research Interests: Voice studies, queer performance, haptic technologies, participatory art, and interdisciplinary performance. His work emphasizes tactile art, queer aesthetics, and creating inclusive environments for marginalized bodies.
Grants & Awards: Over €500,000 in research funding from bodies like the Irish Research Council, Arts Council (Ireland), and Wellcome Trust. Notable projects include Resonant Tails and Loop Love, engaging audiences with PMLD and celebrating vocal difference.
Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students in VR/AR impact, disability performance, and intercultural dialogue. Leads projects funded by EU grants (e.g., ERASMUS+, Horizon 2020) and manages initiatives like the Granary Transformation Project.
Labs & Collaborations: Collaborates with institutions like the University of Rennes 2 (Centre for Art in Public Space) and Stockholm’s Weld Arts. His work spans 14 countries, with installations like Curious Replicas and Beacons reaching global audiences.
