Indigenous Cosmopolitanisms of Music in Sámi Theatre

Which kinds of Sáminess are expressed and engaged with music in Sámi theatre? Through descriptions the musical genres sounds presented, article argue that theatre can typically be described as cosmopolitan. As expressions engagements convey what is Sáminess, they present cosmopolitan versions Sáminess. The author interprets performance moments presenting types Indigenous cosmopolitanism, other words, cosmopolitanisms. approaches musicking, which refers to all social interactions go into creating a experience. Because this theatre, includes processes staging values relate during theatrical performances. Other include costumes, set design, props, lighting, sound effects beyond movement such dance blocking. Overall, productions perform dynamic fluid incorporates sounds, sights movements from around world, while often being “rooted” it today historically. Although most identifiably joik, worthwhile note some don’t. In these productions, identifies specific varieties vernacular different forms rooted cosmopolitanism pan-Indigenous cosmopolitanism. examines case studies companies Norway, Beaivváš Našunálateáhter Åarjelhsaemien Teatere. cases, among joik operas Frost Haired Dream Seer Allaq; Eatnemen Vuelieh Gïeje; stage plays Silbajárviand Almmiriika.